Last Updated: 21st November 2023.
Welcome to Headford Online, your community directory and resource for all things related to our local community. To ensure a safe and positive experience for all users, we have established this Content Policy to outline what is and is not acceptable content on our website. By using or contributing to Headford Online, you agree to adhere to the following guidelines:
1. The Role of the Headford Online Committee:
- Final Say: The Headford Online Committee, the governing body in charge of the website, holds the final say over the Content Policy, as well as what content is allowed on the website.
- Policy Changes: The Committee reserves the right to change the Content Policy at any time and to remove content that they deem to be in violation of this policy. Any changes to the policy will be communicated to users.
- Content Removal: The Committee has the final say in content removal decisions. However, users may appeal content removals if they believe the removal was made in error.
2. User Accounts and Approval:
- Account Application: Visitors to the website must apply for an account to contribute content. Account approval is at the discretion of the Headford Online Committee.
- Account Removal: The Headford Online Committee has the right to remove accounts that are found to be in breach of the Content Policy, Terms and Conditions, and/or Privacy Policy. Account holders will be notified in case of removal.
3. Content Guidelines:
- Community Focus: Headford Online is a community website, and all content posted should be relevant to our local community.
- Prohibited Content: No content is allowed that is adult in nature, promotes gambling, is illegal, or violates Irish law in any way.
- Respect: Always treat other members of the community with respect, kindness, and empathy. Personal attacks, hate speech, discrimination, or harassment are not allowed.
- Civility: Engage in constructive and civil discussions. Disagreements are welcome, but maintain respectful and focused interactions.
4. User-Generated Content:
- Accuracy: Ensure that any content you submit, whether it’s a business listing, community group information, news, or event, is accurate and up-to-date to the best of your knowledge.
- Ownership: You are responsible for the content you contribute. Do not post content that you do not have the rights to or that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others.
- Privacy: Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal information about individuals without their explicit consent.
Thank you for being a part of our community, and we look forward to your positive contributions to Headford Online.