Community Guidelines

Songfork Community Guidelines

At Songfork, we strive to create a community where everyone feels empowered, safe, and respected. It’s our collective responsibility to uphold this environment. This page outlines our rules and guidelines related to your use of Songfork and applies to all types of content on the platform, including images, playlists, comments, messages, bios, descriptions, usernames, track/playlist titles, and more. We encourage you to read this information carefully; we take these guidelines seriously and expect you to do the same.

Our guidelines are organized by topic, and the examples provided in each section are for illustrative purposes only. They are not exhaustive. Songfork reserves the right to remove any content deemed to violate our Terms of Use and/or these guidelines at our discretion. For more information about how we moderate and enforce our policies, please refer to our Content Moderation and Enforcement Policies.

  • Copyright
    We are committed to building a diverse, collaborative community where the rights of creators are respected.

    You are responsible for all activity associated with your account, including all content that you post. If you post content that belongs to someone else (for example, if you are a distributor, promotional agency, manager, or radio plugger acting on behalf of an artist or label), it is your responsibility to ensure you have permission from all relevant rights holders to post that content on Songfork. Uploading someone else’s content without the necessary permissions can result in content removal and/or account termination.

    When reporting content for infringement, we consider reports abusive if you are not the rights holder or an authorized agent thereof (like the rights holder’s attorney or manager). Abusive reporting may result in civil liability for damages incurred by Songfork (including costs and legal fees) and could lead to freezing or terminating your account.

    If you are unsure about uploading something, please refer to our copyright information pages. If you feel someone is infringing your copyright, let us know.
  • Criticism
    Criticism should focus on the content, not on the personal character of the creator. Share your opinions constructively. Before posting feedback, consider whether you would appreciate receiving the same feedback. If not, don’t post it.

    Do This:
    • “This wasn't my favorite track of yours.”
    • “I think different vocals on this track would work better.”
    • “I’m pretty disappointed with this track, to be honest.”

    Don't Do This:
    • “You’re a piece of trash! No one’s ever going to listen to your garbage!”
    • “I hate you and your voice. You should stop making music. You’re so annoying, and we all hate you.”
  • Abuse
    We have zero tolerance for abusive or threatening behavior within our community. Abuse includes any activity intended to attack or demean someone else, including content that sexualizes or degrades other users. Anyone engaging in this type of behavior risks immediate, permanent account termination.

    Do This:
    • “I like this track! Thanks for this!”
    • Block a user you don’t wish to engage with.
    • “You’re the GOAT!”

    Don't Do This:
    • “F**k you.”
    • “I’ll find you and hurt you. You don’t deserve to live.”
  • Harassment
    We define harassment as the unwanted, repeated pursuit of contact with someone who has indicated they do not wish to be contacted. If you send repeated unwanted messages or comments, you risk immediate, permanent account termination.

    Do This:
    • Message or comment once: “Hey, you should check out my music; I think you’d like it.”

    Don't Do This:
    • Repeatedly message or comment: “Hey, I think you’re beautiful. Talk to me!”
    • Engage with someone who has told you to stop.
  • Unauthorized Recording or Publishing of Private Information
    We do not allow the sharing of personal details or sensitive information about others without their permission. This includes recordings of private conversations, full names, photographs, unlisted phone numbers, and home or email addresses.

    Do This:
    • Reference a person by their first name without making them identifiable.
    • Express thoughts without any direct references to another person.

    Don't Do This:
    • Include personal details such as “Sarah Smith at Elmwood High School.”
    • Upload recordings of private phone calls without consent.
  • Impersonation & Misleading Metadata
    We welcome the use of stage names or professional identities on Songfork, but you cannot impersonate or misrepresent yourself as another person or post misleading information.

    You must not create profiles or post content that makes others think you are someone else. You must not use someone else’s name or trademark without permission or pretend to be associated with someone you aren’t.

    Do This:
    • Use tags to indicate similarities to artists that inspire you.
    • Use your own original artwork on your profile.
    • Mention artists that inspire you in your bio.

    Don't Do This:
    • Upload tracks with an artist’s name who is not officially associated with it.
    • Use an image of another artist without their consent.
  • Pornographic Content

    We do not allow content that is predominantly sexual in nature or could be perceived as an aid to sexual gratification. This includes images or recordings containing nudity or detailed descriptions of sexual acts.

    Do This:
    • Post ASMR of your dog eating treats, or you brushing your hair.

    Don't Do This:
    • Post noises directly associated with sexual acts disguised as ASMR.
    • Link to any pornographic content in your profile bio.
  • Child Safety
    We do not tolerate child exploitation in any form. Songfork has no place for content, behavior, or accounts that exploit or endanger children or promote child sexual exploitation. A child is any person under the age of 18. aren’t.

    Do This:
    • Discuss child safety issues to raise awareness, provided it doesn’t encourage child exploitation.

    Don't Do This:
    • Upload content displaying, supporting, or encouraging child exploitation.
    • Post inappropriate comments to children.
  • Suicide and Other Harmful Behavior
    We do not allow any content that promotes suicide, self-injury, eating disorders, or substance abuse.

    Do This:
    • Discuss self-harming behavior to raise awareness and seek support, as long as it does not encourage self-harm.

    Don't Do This:
    • Upload content that encourages or instructs others to harm themselves.
    • Make insensitive comments about self-harming behavior.
  • Terrorist Content
    Songfork strictly prohibits the dissemination of terrorist content and is committed to promptly removing it from the platform.

    We take proactive measures to combat terrorist content, including partnering with a specialized vendor for detection and removal. If you encounter any content or behavior that may violate our policies against terrorism, we encourage you to report it.

    Do This:
    • Discuss terrorist groups in an educational context.

    Don't Do This:
    • Upload content glorifying terrorist acts or groups.
  • Violence and Threatening Behavior
    We do not allow intimidation or threats of violence. This includes incitement to or glorification of violent acts.

    Do This:
    • Provide commentary on violence regarding specific events in an educational context.

    Don't Do This:
    • Upload content that intends to intimidate individuals or incite violence.
  • Hate Speech
    While Songfork allows for individual beliefs and opinions, we do not tolerate behavior or content that promotes hatred, discrimination, or violence against others based on race, cultural identity, religious beliefs, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

    Do This:
    • Speak about hate groups in an educational manner.

    Don't Do This:
    • Make derogatory remarks about any protected group.
    • Use an image of another artist without their consent.
  • Podcasts
    Songfork welcomes podcasts, but we reserve the right to delete episodes or suspend accounts when discussions aim to harm a group of individuals or cross over into hate speech, abuse, or misinformation.

    Do This:
    • Host a podcast about your favorite foods or historical topics.

    Don't Do This:
    • Dedicate your podcast to disliking a protected group or sharing a revisionist view of history.
  • Misinformation
    We take a strong stance against misinformation. We do not condone the use of false, fabricated, or manipulated information, especially when presented as fact.

    Do This:
    • Use creative subjects for satire and entertainment.

    Don't Do This:
    • Fabricate content presenting false claims as news.
  • Spammy Behavior and Self-Promotion
    While we encourage promoting your work, there is a fine line between meaningful interactions and oversharing. We aim to keep Songfork a spam-free zone.

    Do This:
    • Reach out to fans with tailored messages.

    Don't Do This:
    • Copy and paste identical comments or messages.
  • Reporting Violations
    We strive to foster a community where behavior aligns with these guidelines. If you encounter any content that clearly violates these guidelines or is otherwise illegal, please report it.

    Our Trust and Safety Team will review all reports objectively and remove any content that violates our Terms of Use. To report content, use the appropriate Help Form from our Help Center or on-site reporting buttons.

    Please note that what you find unacceptable may not always violate our guidelines. Reporting content will not always result in removal if it does not breach our guidelines.
  • Termination of Accounts
    If we believe your activity violates these guidelines or applicable law, we will send a written warning to the email associated with your account. If you receive more than two warnings, we may suspend or terminate your account at our discretion.

    In certain cases, we reserve the right to terminate your account immediately without prior warning. Upon suspension or termination, you will be notified with a statement of reasons and given the opportunity to dispute.

    For more information about our enforcement actions, please refer to our Terms of Use and our Content Moderation and Enforcement Policies.