This list is non-exhaustive and ultimately it is up to discretion of the members of staff whether something is deemed appropriate for use on the forums or not.
If any rules are broken, the punishment depends on the severity and repeat offenses, generally you will first receive a series of warnings. Then you may be moderated, which means that your posts must be approved by a moderator before they appear. Eventually, you may either be muted - which means all posting privileges are revoked - or even banned, meaning you cannot access the forum at all.
Respect
You must respect your fellow forum members, as well as moderators and administrators. Constructive criticism and feedback is allowed, however, flaming, insulting, being rude, swearing, etc. are not. Bullying on the forum is NOT permitted!
Inappropriate content
As we are a forum for people of all ages, content must be restricted. Therefore, we do not allow the posting of pornographic or indecent images or videos (this includes inside your avatars and signatures). Links to pornographic or indecent sites are not permitted. If in doubt as to whether something is suitable, check with a moderator or administrator first!
Keep discussion family-friendly: we are a forum for people of all ages!
Illegal content - such as illegal downloads, warez, torrents, etc. are also not permitted.
Misleading links
Misleading links are not permitted. Links should go where they say - faking a link to a rick roll (or similar) site is not permitted and against the rules.
Impersonation
Impersonation of somebody you are not is not permitted. This includes normal members, as well as forum moderators and administrators. If you are caught impersonating somebody, the punishment is usually severe.
Advertising other websites
Advertising other RuneScape private server websites are not allowed. No links may be posted. However, most other links are allowed so long as the advertising doesn't become spam. There are some exceptions, e.g. indecent sites (see rules above for details about these).
Pay per click/referral websites
Posting links to pay per click (PPC)/referral websites is not permitted. These types of websites are generally scams and not real. Therefore links to them are not permitted. Any links to these will be removed immediately, including in signatures!
Releasing private information
Private information of other members must NOT be released without their permission. This includes real name, age, pictures, address, phone number, email, private messages, etc. The risk of paedophiles in the RSPS community is probably pretty high compared to other communities, so if you do give it away, be careful! NEVER arrange to meet somebody you meet online, no matter how trustworthy or honest they seem.
Encouraging other members to break rules
Encouraging other members to break rules is an offence and is not allowed.
Posting in different languages
As the moderation is all done in English, posting in different languages is generally not permitted unless an accurate translation to English is also given. This is so we know people are not talking about subjects which are against the rules.
Spamming/thread titles
Thread titles must be relevant to the thread. Spamming, such as short answers or posting gibberish, is not permitted. Double posting is not allowed - instead, edit your post! Remember to keep your replies on-topic.
Spamming includes quoting another user's message without adding anything in your post. If you agree, simply putting 'I agree with you' is enough - but do not leave your message empty!
Forum-specific rules
Please be aware that some forums have specific rules, e.g. account requests and ban appeals!
Ignoring staff members
If a member of staff warns you and continue breaking rules, this is an offence and you will be punished.
Legal disclaimer
THE TEAMSKY FORUM STAFF ("THE STAFF"), HAVE A RIGHT TO WARN, MUTE, BAN AND IP BAN ANY MEMBER ("THE MEMBER") AT THEIR DISCRETION. IF THE MEMBER IS UNHAPPY WITH A DECISION MADE BY THE STAFF, A REPORT SHOULD BE GIVEN TO THE OPERATORS, SKY RS AND SKY ANGE3LZ ("THE OPERATORS") OF THE TEAMSKY WEBSITE ("THE WEBSITE").
THE OPERATORS OF THE WEBSITE TAKE ABSOLUTELY NO RESPONSIBILITY OR WARRANTIES FOR ANY MATERIAL(S) POSTED ON THIS FORUM BY ANY MEMBER. THE OPERATORS AND STAFF WILL MAKE THEIR BEST EFFORT TO REMOVE ILLEGAL MATERIAL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, HOWEVER, WE CANNOT GUARANTEE THIS WILL ALWAYS BE THE CASE.
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