1. About StarSubculture

StarSubculture is an online community designed for creatives to showcase their websites and art, connect with like-minded individuals, and stay updated on their favorite artists and sites. StarSubculture aims to foster a supportive and inspiring environment for creative expression.

2. Community Guidelines

To maintain a positive and inclusive space, all users must adhere to the following guidelines when interacting on the platform:

• Be respectful to others. Harassment, discrimination, or hateful behavior will not be tolerated.
• Avoid spamming, trolling, or disrupting discussions or community interactions.
• Refrain from sharing false or misleading information.
• Do not engage in NSFW (Not Safe for Work) discussions, such as explicit imagery, sexual content, or adult material. All posts on StarSubculture should be safe for work.

3. Website Submission Guidelines

StarSubculture encourages users to showcase their personal and creative websites.

Our community is open to a wide range of creative expression that includes but is not limited to visual art, music, photography, film, video, literature, personal blogging/writing, video games, game design, 3D art, graphic design, sculpting, ceramics, and more.

All submitted websites must adhere to the following criteria:

• Ownership and Rights:

  • Submitted websites must be your own property or a collaborative project in which you hold ownership or management rights.
  • Do not submit websites you do not own, manage, or have explicit permission to share.

• Content Restrictions:

  • Websites must not contain NSFW (Not Safe for Work) content, such as explicit imagery, sexual content, or adult material.
  • Websites promoting hate speech, discrimination, violence, illegal activities, or harmful behavior are strictly prohibited.
  • Websites must not contain malicious software, phishing schemes, or other harmful or deceptive content.

• Quality Standards:

  • Websites should align with the creative focus of StarSubculture, such as showcasing original creative content.

StarSubculture reserves the right to reject or remove website submissions that fail to meet these guidelines. Repeat violations may result in suspension or banning from the platform.

4. Posting Art Guidelines

StarSubculture celebrates creativity but requires users to follow these guidelines to ensure the platform remains safe and welcoming for everyone:

• Prohibited Content:

  • No offensive, explicit, or sexually explicit (NSFW) artwork.
  • No artwork that promotes hate speech, discrimination, or violence.
  • No depictions of illegal activities, abuse, or other harmful content.
  • No generative AI images.

• Copyright and Ownership:

  • Only post art you own or have permission to share. Do not post plagiarized or stolen content.
  • Provide credit when sharing collaborative works or using elements created by others.

• Respect for Others:

  • Do not post artwork meant to ridicule or defame individuals or groups.
  • Refrain from excessively graphic or shocking imagery, even if it adheres to other rules.

Any art or content violating these guidelines will be removed, and repeat offenders may face account suspension or permanent banning.

5. Intellectual Property

• All user-generated content (art, text, websites, etc.) remains the property of its creator. By sharing your work on StarSubculture, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to display and promote your work as part of the platform.
• Users must respect the intellectual property of others. Claims of infringement will be investigated and addressed promptly.

6. User Accounts

• Users are responsible for the security of their accounts. Do not share your password with others.
• Any misuse of accounts (e.g., impersonation, hacking attempts) will result in immediate suspension or banning.

7. Liability and Disclaimer

• StarSubculture strives to provide a safe and enjoyable environment but cannot guarantee complete protection against harmful actions or content.
• By using this site, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk and that StarSubculture is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the platform.

8. Changes to the Terms

StarSubculture reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

9. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please reach out to us through email at starsubculture@proton.me