WikiToon Content Policy
1. Introduction
Welcome to WikiToon! This content policy outlines the guidelines and standards for contributing to and using WikiToon. By accessing or editing WikiToon, you agree to adhere to these policies to ensure a collaborative, respectful, and high-quality platform.
2. General Content Guidelines
- All content must be factual, relevant, and verifiable.
- Plagiarism is strictly prohibited; always provide proper attribution when citing sources.
- Contributions should be written in a neutral, encyclopedic tone, avoiding biased or promotional language.
- Content must comply with copyright laws and should not infringe upon intellectual property rights.
3. Acceptable and Prohibited Content
Acceptable Content:
- Biographies, historical accounts, and general knowledge about cartoonists, illustrators, animators, and comic book creators.
- Reviews, summaries, and analyses of notable cartoons, comics, and animation works.
- Educational resources about cartooning techniques, history, and trends.
- Fair use images, properly sourced materials, and original content created by contributors.
Prohibited Content:
- Copyrighted materials without permission.
- Hate speech, offensive language, or personal attacks.
- False or misleading information.
- Promotional content, advertisements, or self-promotion disguised as articles.
- Unverified rumors or speculative content.
4. Editing and Contribution Guidelines
- Contributions should be constructive, well-researched, and relevant to the topic.
- Any edits that introduce false information or vandalize content will be reverted.
- Contributors must respect previous work and improve content rather than removing valuable information without cause.
- Disputes over content should be resolved through discussion pages rather than direct deletion or editing wars.
5. Citation and Attribution
- Sources must be credible, such as books, academic journals, or reputable websites.
- Citations should be properly formatted and verifiable.
- Direct quotations must be attributed to their original source.
6. Copyright and Fair Use Policy
- Any copyrighted content used must fall under fair use guidelines, with proper attribution.
- Contributors must ensure that uploaded images or media comply with licensing rules.
- Content violating copyright laws will be removed promptly.
7. User Conduct
- Be respectful and constructive in discussions and edits.
- Do not engage in harassment, personal attacks, or edit wars.
- Assume good faith when interacting with other contributors.
- Report policy violations or misconduct to the administrators.
8. Moderation and Enforcement
- Administrators reserve the right to remove or edit content that violates these policies.
- Users who repeatedly violate policies may be subject to warnings, temporary bans, or permanent account suspension.
- Appeals regarding content removals or bans can be submitted to the moderation team for review.
9. Reporting Violations
- Users are encouraged to report any policy violations via the appropriate channels.
- Reports should include evidence and a clear explanation of the issue.
- All reports will be reviewed promptly, and appropriate action will be taken.
10. Policy Updates
- This content policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in guidelines and standards.
- Users will be notified of significant updates through official announcements.
By contributing to WikiToon, you agree to follow these guidelines and help maintain a positive and informative platform for all users. Thank you for being a part of our community!