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Community Guidelines

Last updated: March 3, 2026

Spotbo is built on real connections between real people. These guidelines exist to keep our community welcoming, safe, and fun for everyone. They apply to all interactions on the platform, including meetups, posts, messages, and profiles. Violations may result in enforcement action as described in the Enforcement section below. By using Spotbo, you agree to follow these guidelines in addition to our Terms of Service.

1. Harassment & Bullying

We have zero tolerance for harassment or bullying of any kind. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Repeated unwanted contact or messages after being asked to stop
  • Intimidation, threats, or coercion
  • Targeted insults, name-calling, or personal attacks
  • Coordinated harassment campaigns against any user
  • Doxxing (publishing another person's private information without consent)
  • Stalking or following someone in person after meeting on the platform
  • Sexual harassment, including unwelcome sexual advances, comments, or imagery

2. Hate Speech & Discrimination

Spotbo is for everyone. We do not tolerate content or behavior that promotes hatred, violence, or discrimination against individuals or groups based on protected characteristics, including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or immigration status. This includes hate symbols, slurs, dehumanizing language, and stereotyping.

3. Violence & Threats

Do not post content that threatens, incites, glorifies, or expresses desire for violence against people or animals. Credible threats of violence will result in immediate account removal and may be reported to law enforcement. This includes threats made "as a joke" — we take all threats seriously.

4. Child Safety

Spotbo has a zero-tolerance policy for child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and any content that exploits or endangers minors. Any such content will be removed immediately, the account will be permanently banned, and we will report the content to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and appropriate law enforcement agencies. Spotbo is only available to users aged 18 and older.

5. Dangerous Activities

Do not use Spotbo to organize or promote activities that pose a serious risk of physical harm, including illegal drug use, dangerous challenges, or activities that violate health and safety regulations. Meetups involving inherently risky activities (such as extreme sports) must include clear safety disclosures and appropriate warnings in the meetup description.

6. Fraud & Deception

Be honest and authentic. The following are prohibited:

  • Fake profiles, catfishing, or impersonating another person or organization
  • Scams, phishing, or fraudulent schemes
  • Creating fake meetups or events that do not actually take place
  • Misleading information about the nature, cost, or purpose of a meetup
  • Using AI-generated fake profiles, reviews, or content designed to deceive other users
  • Pyramid schemes, multi-level marketing, or deceptive business practices

7. Spam

Do not use Spotbo to send unsolicited bulk messages, post repetitive content, or promote products or services in a way that disrupts the community experience. This includes automated posting, mass direct messaging, and using the platform primarily for advertising rather than genuine social connections.

8. Sexual Content

Spotbo is not a platform for sexually explicit content. Do not post nudity, pornography, or sexually explicit material in your profile, posts, meetup descriptions, or messages. This includes sexually suggestive content involving minors, which will be treated as a child safety violation.

9. Privacy Violations

Respect the privacy of others, both online and at in-person meetups:

  • Do not share another person's personal information (phone number, address, email, workplace) without their explicit consent
  • Do not share photos, screenshots of messages, or anything said in meetup group chats without permission from all people involved
  • Do not record audio or video at meetups without the knowledge and consent of all attendees
  • Do not use information learned at meetups to stalk, harass, or contact someone outside the platform without their permission

10. Intellectual Property

Respect the intellectual property rights of others. Do not post content that infringes on copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights. If you believe your intellectual property has been infringed, please see our DMCA Policy.

11. Misinformation

Do not use Spotbo to deliberately spread false or misleading information that could cause harm, including health misinformation, fake emergency alerts, or fabricated claims about other users or events. Inaccurate meetup details (wrong location, time, or description) that mislead attendees are also a violation.

12. In-Person Meetup Safety

Creator Responsibilities

If you create a meetup on Spotbo, you take on additional responsibilities:

  • Provide accurate information about location, date, time, and any costs
  • Be present at the meetup you created or communicate changes/cancellations in advance
  • Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
  • Choose safe, accessible venues appropriate for the planned activity
  • Welcome newcomers and foster an inclusive environment
  • If your event has a cost (materials, venue, etc.), be upfront about it in the description

Attendee Responsibilities

  • Treat all attendees and the Creator with respect
  • Follow venue rules and local laws
  • If you RSVP, do your best to attend. If something comes up, cancel your RSVP as early as possible so someone else can take your spot
  • Do not bring uninvited guests unless the meetup description explicitly allows it
  • Consistent no-shows hurt the community and may affect your account standing

Safety Tips

  • Always meet in public places, especially when meeting someone for the first time
  • Share your plans with a friend or family member — let someone know where you are going and who you are meeting
  • Trust your instincts — if something feels off, leave and report it
  • Have an emergency contact readily available
  • Consider sharing your live location with a trusted person
  • Arrange your own transportation to and from the meetup

Emergency Situations

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 (or your local emergency number) first. After ensuring your safety, report the incident to Spotbo through the in-app reporting feature or by emailing info@spotbo.com. We take safety reports seriously and will cooperate with law enforcement as needed.

13. Enforcement

We take violations seriously. Enforcement actions are proportional to the severity, frequency, and context of the violation. Our enforcement tiers are:

  • Warning — for first-time minor violations. You will be notified of the violation and asked to correct the behavior.
  • Content removal — violating content may be removed with or without prior notice.
  • Temporary suspension (24 hours) — for repeated minor violations or a single moderate violation.
  • Temporary suspension (7 days) — for escalating patterns of violation or a serious single violation.
  • Temporary suspension (30 days) — for persistent violations despite prior warnings or suspensions.
  • Permanent ban — for severe or repeated violations that demonstrate a pattern of harmful behavior.
  • Immediate permanent ban — for the most severe violations, including CSAM, credible threats of violence, or predatory behavior. No warnings will be given.
  • Law enforcement referral — for illegal activity, credible threats, CSAM, or any situation where we believe there is a risk of serious harm. We will cooperate fully with law enforcement and may share relevant account information as required by law.

Our goal is not to police the community — it is to protect it. The vast majority of people on Spotbo are great and just want to meet cool people. These guidelines are here to make sure it stays that way.

14. Appeals

If you believe an enforcement action was taken against your account in error, you have the right to appeal. Here is how the appeals process works:

  • Email info@spotbo.com with the subject line "Appeal" and include your username and a clear explanation of why you believe the action was incorrect.
  • Appeals are reviewed by a human member of our team — not an automated system.
  • We aim to respond to all appeals within 5 business days.
  • The outcome of the appeal is final.
  • Appeals for immediate permanent bans (CSAM, credible threats) will be reviewed but are very unlikely to be overturned.

15. Reporting

If you see something that does not feel right, report it. Here is how:

  • In-app reporting — you can report users, posts, messages, or meetups directly through the app by tapping the report button.
  • Email — you can also email info@spotbo.com with details of the issue.
  • Anonymous reporting — reports are confidential. The reported user will not know who flagged them.
  • No retaliation — we will not take action against you for making a good-faith report. Retaliating against someone who files a report is itself a violation of these guidelines.

Every report is reviewed by a real person on our team. False or malicious reporting is itself a violation of these guidelines and may result in enforcement action against the reporter.

16. Contact Us

Questions or concerns about these guidelines? Reach out at info@spotbo.com.

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Dover, DE 19904