Flangar Community Standards

To ensure a positive and inclusive community, please observe these guidelines

Welcome

Welcome to Flangar. African creatives, artisans, innovators, and creative businesses depend on the safety and credibility we provide to raise funds for their innovative and impactful projects. At Flangar, we believe in the power of collective support and the transformative impact that creative endeavours can have on the world.

To ensure that our community remains a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for everyone, we have established a set of guidelines that we kindly ask you to follow. These guidelines aim to foster a positive environment where all members can flourish, exchange ideas, and bring their projects to fruition. By abiding by these guidelines, you contribute to the collective well-being of our community and help us maintain the integrity and spirit of Flangar.

  • Treat all members of the Flangar community with respect and dignity. Avoid any form of discrimination, harassment, or hate speech based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic.
  • Foster an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all individuals.

Avoid personal attacks, defamation, or any behavior that may harm or offend others.

  • Provide accurate and truthful information about yourself, your project, or your creative business.
  • Do not engage in fraudulent activities, including but not limited to misrepresentation, impersonation, or any other form of deceptive behavior.

Disclose any potential conflicts of interest or affiliations that may impact your project or your relationship with the Flangar community.

  • Respect the intellectual property rights of others. Do not use or distribute copyrighted material without proper authorization or permission.
  • Do not submit projects or content that infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others.

If you believe someone has violated your intellectual property rights, please follow our Copyright Reporting Policy and report the infringement.

  • Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Do not engage in any illegal activities, including but not limited to fraud, money laundering, or any form of illegal or prohibited conduct.

Do not use Flangar to launder money or to finance or support any criminal activity. We shall collaborate with the Financial Intelligence Center to monitor and report suspicious transactions.

  • Use Flangar responsibly and in accordance with its intended purpose.
  • Do not spam, engage in excessive self-promotion, or misuse the platform for commercial purposes unrelated to creative projects.

Do not manipulate the platform’s features or algorithms to gain an unfair advantage or disrupt the community’s experience.

  • Communicate respectfully and constructively with other users.
  • Provide feedback and criticism in a constructive manner, aimed at helping others improve their projects or ideas

Do not engage in public or private harassment, threats, or intimidation.

  • Respect the privacy of others and do not share personal or sensitive information without proper consent.
  • Comply with Flangar’s Privacy Policy and protect the personal information of users and contributors.

Flangar is a public community so avoid sharing sensitive information not required to facilitate your funding journey. Always remember to think twice.

  • If you witness any violations of these guidelines or encounter inappropriate behavior on Flangar, please report it to our support team.
  • Provide as much detail as possible when reporting a violation, including relevant evidence or screenshots.

Help maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere by discouraging and reporting abusive or disruptive behavior.

  • As a creator, ensure that your projects comply with applicable laws and regulations regarding product safety, ethical sourcing, and environmental impact.
  • Clearly communicate any potential risks or limitations associated with the use or consumption of the products created through your projects.
  • Ensure that your projects meet Flangar’s eligibility criteria before submitting them to the platform.
  • Projects must fall within the scope of creative categories, such as art, design, music, film, literature, craft,  technology, innovation, and other related fields. 
  • Projects must be original works and not violate any intellectual property rights or copyrights of others.

Flangar reserves the right to reject or remove projects that do not meet these eligibility criteria.

  • Be transparent and honest about your financial needs and how you plan to use the funds raised through Flangar.
  • Use the funds responsibly and in accordance with the promises made to backers or supporters.

If unforeseen circumstances arise that prevent you from fulfilling your commitments, communicate openly with your backers and provide updates on the situation

Enforcement Guidelines

Flangar reserves the right to take appropriate action against users who violate these guidelines, including but not limited to warning, suspending, or terminating user accounts.

Flangar also reserves the right to remove or restrict access to projects, content, or any other material that violates these guidelines or poses a risk to the community.