Version: 1.0

Effective Date: 15 February 2025

Serving the Carolinas and Georgia

https://www.twistedartistsguild.com

Table of Contents {#table-of-contents .TOC-Heading}

[Mission Statement 3](#mission-statement)

[Introduction 3](#introduction)

[Core Principles 3](#core-principles)

[Expected Behavior 3](#expected-behavior)

[Prohibited Conduct 4](#prohibited-conduct)

[Enforcement and Consequences 5](#enforcement-and-consequences)

[Acknowledgment 5](#acknowledgment)

Mission Statement

"Fostering a vibrant community where creativity flourishes, and artists connect authentically with their audiences in an inclusive, respectful, and secure environment."

Introduction

Welcome to Twisted Artists Guild. We invite public users to engage with our platform, explore artistic creations, and support our artists. To ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone, we've established this Code of Conduct outlining the expectations and responsibilities for all public users interacting with our platform.

Core Principles

Our community is built on the principles of Openness, Honesty, Compassion, and Community. We expect public users to uphold these values in their interactions.

Expected Behavior

1. Respectful Communication

   • Maintain appropriate language at all times. While certain expletives may be considered acceptable in specific contexts, language deemed insulting or offensive will be subject to moderation. Users consistently subject to moderation actions may face suspension or termination of their accounts.

   • Respect the autonomy of artists in setting the tone of their work and enforcing their preferences regarding content moderation. We uphold the principle of free expression and do not impose blanket censorship on terms that may unduly restrict creative expression.

   • Engage in constructive discussions and provide thoughtful feedback. Understand that artists are treated as business customers of our platform. We aim to enable them to work full-time to support their creative passions and still pay their bills, suggesting fair prices that earn them a livable wage. They cannot work for free exposure, and it's rude to ask.

2. Fair Transactions

   • Honor all purchase commitments made on the platform.

   • Dispute transactions in our system first. Refrain from unauthorized chargebacks or reversing charges without valid reasons, as this hurts our business and is typically associated with fraud.

   • Communicate promptly with artists or support if issues arise.

3. Positive Engagement

   • Support artists by appreciating their work respectfully.

   • Report any content that violates community guidelines.

4. Adherence to Policies

   • Follow all platform guidelines and terms of service.

5. Copyright

   • Respect the copyright of all content published on the website. Users are prohibited from reproducing, distributing, or creating derivative works from the website content without explicit permission from the copyright holder.

6. Trademarks

   • Any trademarks, logos, or service marks displayed on the website are the property of the respective owners. Users are not permitted to use these marks without prior consent.

7. User-Generated Content

   • By submitting content to the website, users grant the website a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content.

8. Attribution

   • Provide appropriate credit when sharing or quoting content from the website, ensuring that the original authorship is acknowledged.

9. Infringement Reporting

   • Report any suspected intellectual property rights infringements encountered on the website.

10. Set Clear Boundaries

    • Respect the intellectual property rights of others by setting clear boundaries regarding the use and sharing of their own content.

Prohibited Conduct

1. Harassment and Abuse

   • Harassment, hate speech, or offensive language is strictly prohibited. This includes derogatory comments based on race, gender, religion, or any other characteristic.

   • Asking for free work is rude and subject to warning. Getting mad and accosting the other party is subject to an immediate ban.

   • These rules apply to all communications related to any parties related to the guild.

2. Fraudulent Activity

   • Engaging in fraud, such as unauthorized credit card use or false claims, is forbidden.

   • Reversing charges without valid reasons undermines trust and may result in account suspension.

3. Spam and Trolling

   • Posting irrelevant, repetitive, or disruptive content is not allowed.

   • Intentionally derailing conversations or spreading misinformation is prohibited.

4. Privacy Violations

   • Sharing personal or confidential information about others without consent is strictly forbidden.

Enforcement and Consequences

Dispute Resolution Process

Our preferred approach to resolving disputes is to follow our established dispute resolution process, beginning with a thorough investigation. We attempt to facilitate a meeting between the parties involved and report the outcomes to a neutral third party responsible for negotiating a fair resolution. This structured approach ensures all parties are heard and resolutions are handled impartially and effectively.

1. Warnings

   • Users may receive warnings for minor violations. Continued infractions may escalate consequences.

2. Suspension or Ban from the Platform

   • Temporary Suspension: Users who commit serious or repeated violations may face a temporary suspension, restricting access to certain site features.

   • Permanent Ban: For egregious offenses, a permanent ban will be enforced, including access denial to all site content and resources, revocation of membership benefits, and loss of investor eligibility. Measures such as IP bans will be used to enforce this.

3. Legal Action

   • Cease and Desist Letters: Initially issued to demand the cessation of prohibited activity.

   • Account Suspension or Termination: Accompanied by a notification detailing the reasons for suspension or termination.

   • Civil Litigation: Pursued for significant harm or financial loss.

   • Reporting to Authorities: In cases of illegal actions, such as fraud or hacking.

   • Pursuing Damages: For financial losses, reputational damage, or legal costs.

   • Injunctions: Court orders to cease certain activities or take specific actions.

   • Alternative Dispute Resolution: Mediation or arbitration as alternatives to court proceedings.

Acknowledgment

By using the Twisted Artists Guild platform, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct and contribute to a positive and respectful community experience.

Additional Guidelines

• Be Cool About Politics or Personal Crusades: Disagreement is healthy when respectful.

• No Threats of Violence: There will be no threats of violence of any sort.

• Intimacy and Art: The guild supports a connection between artists and art lovers without inviting lewdness.

• Consent Rules: Always ask for consent before sharing personal or provocative content.

• Identity Protection: Legal names are required for financial reasons, but pseudonyms are supported for privacy.

Immediate Bans and/or Ejections from our Platform

• Unsolicited lewd pictures and aggressive sexual harassment.

• Threats of violence or stalking behaviors.

• Non-consensual physical touching.

• Continued harassment after boundaries have been set.

• Any violation of the applicable Code of Conduct can result in an immediate ban.

Available Punishments for the General Public

• Social break/ban, site break/ban, loss of privileges, or expulsion.

• Egregious illegal actions may require reporting to authorities.

What the Public May Expect from the Guild

• Fair Treatment: The guild stands behind its sales agreements, ensuring customer satisfaction through replacements or refunds if necessary.

• Amazing Customer Service: We ensure timely delivery of purchased items and assist artists in managing their inventory.

• Ability to Report Issues: Users can report egregious content or problems for review, and action will be taken to maintain community integrity.

Note: The guild respects the creative rights of its artist members and does not exercise editorial control over their work. Content labeled as adult-only may include any theme, but artists are required to identify deep topics as potential triggers. Public users will see a warning before they opt-in to view the picture, and can permanently opt-in in their settings.