Community Guidelines

1. Mission & Values

TradesMen Network exists to:

• Build a trusted network for tradespeople and companies
• Encourage professional communication and real-world opportunity
• Keep users safe and protect privacy

These guidelines support that mission. We ask every member to help us maintain a platform where skilled professionals can connect, find work, and grow their careers with confidence.

2. Respectful Conduct

• Treat people with respect, even in disagreement
• Use professional language in posts, messages, and comments
• Do not target individuals or groups with hostility

We are a professional network. Constructive criticism is welcome; personal attacks are not.

3. Harassment & Bullying

Prohibited:

• Insults, humiliation, stalking, or intimidation
• Repeated unwanted contact after being asked to stop
• Encouraging others to harass someone
• Coordinated campaigns of abuse against an individual

If someone asks you to stop contacting them, respect that boundary. Continued contact after a clear request to stop may result in immediate account action.

4. Hate & Discrimination

Prohibited:

• Content attacking people based on protected characteristics (race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, age, or veteran status)
• Slurs, degrading stereotypes, or exclusionary threats
• Advocating for the exclusion or harm of any group

5. Sexual Content & Exploitation (Zero Tolerance)

Prohibited:

• Any sexual content involving minors, including implied content
• Solicitation, exploitation, or grooming behavior
• Non-consensual sexual content of any kind
• Sexually explicit material in profiles, posts, or messages

This is a zero-tolerance policy. Violations involving minors are reported to the appropriate authorities immediately.

6. Violence & Threats

Prohibited:

• Threats of violence or physical harm
• Instructions encouraging real-world harm
• Glorifying violence directed at individuals or groups
• Content intended to incite fear or panic

Credible threats of violence may be reported to law enforcement.

7. Illegal Activity & Dangerous Instructions

Prohibited:

• Promoting illegal activity of any kind
• Instructions intended to cause harm or bypass safety or security systems
• Sharing stolen personal data, tools for fraud, or how-to guides for wrongdoing
• Advertising unlicensed work that requires licensure by law

8. Spam, Scams & Fraud

Prohibited:

• Fake giveaways, phishing links, or suspicious "payment required" schemes
• Mass messaging unsolicited promotions
• Misleading links or deceptive behavior
• Requesting payment outside the platform to bypass protections
• Creating multiple accounts to manipulate engagement or evade bans

9. Impersonation & Misrepresentation

Prohibited:

• Pretending to be another person or company
• False credentials, forged licenses, or fake verification evidence
• Claiming affiliations, certifications, or endorsements you do not hold
• Using misleading profile information to deceive others

10. Privacy, Doxxing & Personal Info

Prohibited:

• Posting someone's private information (address, phone number, email) without their consent
• Sharing private conversations or screenshots to harass or embarrass someone
• Collecting or distributing personal data for malicious purposes

Encouraged:

• Use in-app reporting if someone shares private information without consent
• Protect your own information by adjusting your privacy settings

11. Intellectual Property

• Only post content you own or have permission to use
• Respect copyrights and trademarks
• Do not use another tradesperson's portfolio photos as your own

We may remove content upon receipt of a valid complaint from the rights holder.

12. Jobs, Hiring & Business Conduct

• Job posts must be accurate and not deceptive about role, pay, or conditions
• No discriminatory hiring language
• No "bait-and-switch" pay or role descriptions
• Keep negotiation respectful and professional
• Honor commitments made through the platform

13. Messaging, Media & Attachments

• No harassment, threats, or spam in direct messages
• Do not send explicit or unwanted content
• Do not send malicious files or suspicious links
• Report messages that feel unsafe using the Report button

Our messaging system is designed for professional communication. Keep it that way.

14. Verification, Credentials & Badges

• Verification is for trust and safety — it benefits you and those you work with
• Do not falsify credentials or identity during verification
• We reserve the right to revoke badges for misuse or fraud

15. Reporting & Enforcement

Use the "Report" buttons on posts, profiles, messages, and groups where available. You may also use our Report an Issue page.

Our team reviews reports and may examine content, accounts, and related activity. Possible actions include:

• Content removal — offending content is taken down
• Warning — the account holder is notified of the violation
• Temporary restrictions — limited access to features for a set period
• Suspension or permanent ban — account access revoked
• Referral to authorities — in severe cases involving credible threats, exploitation, or illegal activity

We aim to review reports promptly and act fairly, but we reserve the right to take action at our discretion to protect the community.

16. Appeals

If you believe enforcement action was taken in error, you may appeal through our Support page.

• Provide clear context explaining why the action should be reconsidered
• Include links to relevant content or conversations
• Appeals are reviewed by a different team member than the original reviewer when possible

17. Safety Tips (Web & Mobile)

• Be cautious when sharing phone numbers, addresses, or personal details
• Use in-app messaging until you trust the other party
• Meet in public for first meetings when applicable
• Verify company information and credentials before accepting work
• If something feels unsafe, stop communication and report immediately
• Keep your account credentials secure and do not share your password

For more safety information, visit our Safety & Trust page.

18. Contact & Support

If you need help or want to report a concern, reach out through the channels below.

• Report Abuse: Report an Issue
• Support: Support Center
• Email: support@tradesmennetwork.pro