These rules apply to comments on product launch pages on Product Launchpad. They reflect how the product enforces behavior today. For legal terms, see also our Terms of Service.
Who can participate
You must be signed in to post, reply, vote on, or report a product comment. X and GitHub verification remain available as maker identity on profiles; they are not required to comment.
What to post
Comments should relate to the product launch: questions, feedback, congratulations, or useful context for other visitors. Replies are limited to two levels (a comment and a reply). Stay constructive and on-topic.
Moderation
Automated checks
New comments are evaluated by spam keyword matching and automated moderation. Content that does not pass may be rejected or hidden instead of appearing on the product page.
Spam keywords
If a comment matches the platform's spam keyword list, it is treated as offensive and hidden from public view. Admins can review flagged comments. Keyword rules are maintained in admin tools.
Do and don't
Do
- Keep comments relevant to the product.
- Be respectful; constructive feedback beats harassment.
- Report comments that break these rules.
Don't
- Spam, scams, or malware links.
- Harassment, hate, or illegal content.
- Misleading impersonation of people or products.
Reporting issues
Use the report control on a comment, or reach the team via our Contact page. Include a link to the product and comment when possible.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to verify my account to comment on a product?
- No. Any logged-in user can comment on a launch page. X (Twitter) and GitHub verification are optional maker identity badges, not a requirement to comment.
- What happens if my comment matches a spam keyword?
- The comment is treated as offensive and hidden from public view. Admins can review flagged comments in moderation tools. Spam keyword rules are managed by the team.
- How does automated moderation work?
- New comments are checked against spam keywords and OpenAI moderation. Comments that fail those checks are blocked or hidden and may be reviewed by admins.
- How can I report a comment?
- Use the report control on the comment. You can also contact the team via the Contact page if you need to appeal a decision.
- Where are the Terms of Service?
- Legal terms for using Product Launchpad are in our Terms of Service. These Community Guidelines explain expected behavior on product comments; the Terms still apply to your use of the site.