Somma Community Guidelines

Last Updated: November 15, 2024

Welcome to Somma! Our community is built on trust, respect, and meaningful connections. These Community Guidelines help ensure that everyone has a positive and safe experience.

Our Values

• Respect: Treat all community members with kindness and consideration

• Safety: Keep our platform safe and welcoming for everyone

• Authenticity: Be genuine and honest in your interactions

• Privacy: Respect others' personal information and boundaries

Expected Behavior

✅ Do:

• Be Respectful: Communicate with courtesy and understanding

• Be Authentic: Use accurate information about yourself and your events

• Respect Privacy: Keep private conversations private

• Help Others: Support fellow community members when appropriate

• Report Issues: Help us maintain a safe community by reporting violations

❌ Don't:

• Harass or Bully: Any form of harassment, bullying, or intimidation is prohibited

• Share Inappropriate Content: No sexually explicit, violent, or offensive content

• Spam: Don't send unsolicited messages or create duplicate events

• Spread Misinformation: Don't deliberately share false or misleading information

• Impersonate: Don't pretend to be someone else

• Violate Privacy: Don't share others' personal information without consent

Prohibited Content & Behavior

The following are strictly prohibited on Somma:

1. Hate Speech: Content that promotes violence or hatred against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics

2. Violence & Threats: Content depicting or promoting violence, self-harm, or threats to others

3. Sexual Content: Sexually explicit content, sexual solicitation, or sexualized content involving minors

4. Harassment: Bullying, stalking, doxxing, or any targeted abuse

5. Illegal Activity: Content promoting illegal activities or violating local laws

6. Scams & Fraud: Deceptive practices, financial scams, or fraudulent schemes

7. Spam: Repetitive messages, unsolicited promotions, or misleading content

Child Safety Standards

Somma maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and the sexual exploitation of minors.

Our Commitment:

• We prohibit any content depicting, promoting, or facilitating child sexual abuse or exploitation

• All reported content is reviewed within 24 hours

• Confirmed CSAM is immediately removed and reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and relevant local authorities (e.g., BKA in Germany)

• Accounts involved in such violations are permanently banned and reported to law enforcement

Reporting Child Safety Concerns:
If you encounter any content that may involve the exploitation of minors, please report it immediately:

• Use the in-app reporting feature

• Email: datenschutz@somma.one

We cooperate fully with law enforcement investigations related to child safety.

Event Guidelines

Creating Events

• Provide accurate information about date, time, location, and event details

• Only create events you genuinely intend to host or attend

• Respect capacity limits and participant expectations

• Cancel events appropriately if plans change

Attending Events

• RSVP honestly and update your status if plans change

• Respect the host's event rules and guidelines

• Be punctual and communicate if running late

• Treat event locations and shared spaces with care

Messaging & Communication

• Keep conversations respectful and appropriate

• Don't spam or send unsolicited bulk messages

• Respect when someone doesn't wish to communicate

• Don't share personal contact information without permission

• Report inappropriate messages using our reporting tools

Privacy & Data

• Don't share others' personal information without their consent

• Use privacy settings to control who can see your information

• Don't screenshot or share private conversations without permission

• Respect calendar information and availability as private data

Reporting & Enforcement

How to Report

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines:

1. Use In-App Reporting: Tap the "Report" button on messages, events, or user profiles

2. Block Users: You can block users who make you uncomfortable

3. Contact Support: For urgent issues, email datenschutz@somma.one

What Happens When You Report

• All reports are reviewed by our moderation team

• We investigate within 24-48 hours

• Appropriate action is taken based on severity

• You may receive a follow-up about your report

Enforcement Actions

Violations may result in:

• Warning: First-time minor violations

• Content Removal: Inappropriate content is deleted

• Temporary Suspension: Repeat violations or moderate issues

• Permanent Ban: Severe or repeated violations

• Legal Action: For illegal activity or serious threats

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Report content or users that violate these guidelines

• Block users you don't wish to interact with

• Delete your account and data at any time

• Appeal enforcement decisions

• Privacy and data protection under GDPR and applicable laws

Special Considerations

Minors

Somma is intended for users 16 years and older. We take the safety of younger users seriously:

• Users under 18 must have parental consent

• We don't knowingly collect data from users under the age requirements

• Report any suspected underage use

Local Laws

• Users must comply with local laws and regulations

• Some features may vary by region due to legal requirements

• We cooperate with law enforcement when required by law

Updates to These Guidelines

We may update these Community Guidelines from time to time. We'll notify users of significant changes through:

• In-app notifications

• Email notifications

• Updated "Last Updated" date on this page

Continued use of Somma after changes constitutes acceptance of updated guidelines.

Contact Us

Questions about these Community Guidelines?

• Email: datenschutz@somma.one

• Website: https://www.somma.one/kontakt

• Address: Erzgießereistraße 51, 80335 München, Deutschland

Acknowledgment

By using Somma, you agree to follow these Community Guidelines. We're committed to fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive community for all users.

Thank you for being a part of Somma and helping us create meaningful connections!

Version 1.0 | November 15, 2024