BU Community Guidelines

Welcome to BU, where you can foster meaningful connections in a community committed to respect, safety, and inclusiveness. These guidelines are designed to help you understand what behavior is encouraged and what is prohibited, ensuring a positive experience for everyone.Profile GuidelinesAge Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to use BU. We reserve the right to verify your age and will remove any accounts belonging to individuals under 18.Profile Photos: Your photos should represent you authentically and appropriately. We do not allow:
- Photos that are heavily filtered or digitally altered beyond recognition.
- The use of any graphics, symbols, or text overlays not provided by BU.
- Profile pictures that are memes, contain nudity, or are solely text-based.
- Images of children alone, or images showing unclothed children.
- Username Policy: You can use variations of your name but keep it real and respectful. We prohibit:
- Usernames that include offensive language, symbols, or numbers.
- Impersonating others, including public figures or fictional characters.Content and Conduct GuidelinesAdult Content: We prohibit nudity, sexually explicit, or sexually suggestive content. Commercial activities related to adult content are also banned.Harassment and Bullying: BU is a platform for positive interaction. Content or behavior intended to harass, bully, or demean others is strictly forbidden.Child Protection: We have zero tolerance for content that exploits or endangers children. This includes, but is not limited to, any form of child sexual abuse material.Illegal Activities: You may not use BU to promote, conduct, or advocate illegal activities, including the sale or distribution of illegal drugs or firearms.Hateful Conduct and Hate Speech: We do not allow content that promotes violence or hatred against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual preference, disability, or any other characteristic.Impersonation and Misinformation: Impersonating others or spreading misinformation that could cause harm or disrupt civil processes is prohibited.Threats and Violence: Content or activities that threaten or promote physical or sexual violence are unacceptable.Scams and Fraudulent Practices: Any activities intended to deceive, defraud, or mislead other users, including scams and financial exploitation, are banned.