Content Policy

Guidelines for creating a safe and valuable community

Policy Overview

This Content Policy governs all content submitted to HandheldAlly, including game settings, forum posts, comments, reviews, and any other user-generated content. By submitting content, you agree to follow these guidelines.

1. General Content Guidelines

All content submitted to HandheldAlly must:

•Be relevant to handheld gaming, performance optimization, or the HandheldAlly community
•Be original or properly attributed if referencing external sources
•Be respectful and constructive
•Be accurate to the best of your knowledge
•Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

2. Prohibited Content

The following types of content are strictly prohibited:

2.1 Illegal Content

×Content that violates any local, state, national, or international law
×Piracy, including links to pirated games or software
×Instructions for hacking, cracking, or circumventing DRM
×Malware, viruses, or malicious code

2.2 Harmful Content

×Harassment, bullying, or threats
×Hate speech or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
×Violent or graphic content
×Content that could damage devices or cause data loss

2.3 Inappropriate Content

×Sexually explicit content
×Spam or repetitive content
×Advertising or promotional material without prior approval
×Personal information of others without consent

2.4 Misleading Content

×Deliberately false or misleading information
×Impersonation of others
×Manipulated benchmarks or performance data
×Settings that are known to be harmful but presented as beneficial

3. Game Settings Guidelines

When submitting game settings, please ensure:

✓Settings are tested and verified on the specified device
✓Performance impacts are accurately reported
✓Any potential issues or trade-offs are clearly noted
✓Settings are specific to game version when relevant
✓No modifications that would violate game terms of service

4. Forum and Discussion Guidelines

In forums and discussions:

•Stay on topic and respect thread subjects
•Search before posting to avoid duplicates
•Use descriptive titles for new threads
•Cite sources when sharing information from elsewhere
•Be respectful of different opinions and experiences

5. Intellectual Property

Respect intellectual property rights:

©Do not post copyrighted content without permission
©Properly attribute content from other sources
©Do not share proprietary game assets or code
©Respect trademarks and brand guidelines

6. Privacy and Security

Protect privacy and security:

🔒Never share personal information of others
🔒Do not post account credentials or API keys
🔒Avoid sharing information that could be used for identity theft
🔒Report any security vulnerabilities privately to our team

7. Enforcement and Consequences

Violations of this Content Policy may result in:

⚠Content removal without notice
⚠Warning or temporary suspension
⚠Permanent account termination
⚠Reporting to law enforcement when appropriate

The severity of consequences depends on the nature and frequency of violations. We reserve the right to take any action we deem necessary to maintain a safe and productive community.

8. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content that violates this policy:

🚩Use the report button available on most content
🚩Contact our moderation team through the support system
🚩For urgent matters, email: support@handheldally.com

We review all reports and take appropriate action. False reporting may result in consequences for the reporter.

9. Appeals Process

If you believe your content was incorrectly removed or your account was unfairly sanctioned:

→Submit an appeal through our support system
→Provide context and explanation for your content
→Be respectful and constructive in your appeal

Appeals are reviewed by our moderation team, and decisions are final.

Community Standards

HandheldAlly thrives on community contributions. We encourage:

★Sharing knowledge and experiences
★Helping other users solve problems
★Contributing quality content
★Building a positive gaming community
★Respecting diverse perspectives

Together, we can create the best resource for handheld PC gaming optimization.

Last updated: January 2025

Questions? Contact: support@handheldally.com