Sensitive Media Policy

1. Policy Purpose & Rationale

Visual media can have a powerful emotional and psychological impact. This policy exists to balance freedom of expression with the need to protect users from unexpected harm, trauma, exploitation, and abuse. Friendium does not seek to censor legitimate expression, but to ensure responsible, contextual, and ethical sharing of sensitive material.

2. Scope of Application

This policy applies to all visual and audiovisual content on Friendium, including but not limited to:

• Photos and image galleries
• Videos, clips, and animations
• Stories and temporary posts
• Profile photos and cover images
• Shared external media links

3. Definition of Sensitive Media

Sensitive media includes content that may reasonably be considered disturbing, explicit, graphic, or emotionally distressing, including:

• Graphic violence or injury
• Sexual or erotic imagery
• Self-harm or suicide-related visuals
• Medical or surgical imagery
• Depictions of abuse, cruelty, or exploitation
• Content involving vulnerable individuals

4. Absolute Prohibitions

The following content is strictly prohibited and will be removed immediately, often with account-level consequences:

• Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in any form
• Non-consensual sexual imagery or “revenge porn”
• Extreme graphic violence intended to shock or glorify harm
• Sexual exploitation, trafficking, or coercion imagery
• Content created to harass, threaten, or humiliate

5. Sexual & Erotic Content

Friendium is not an adult content platform. Sexual content is restricted and evaluated based on context, intent, and explicitness.

• Explicit sexual acts are prohibited
• Sexualized nudity intended for arousal is prohibited
• Educational or health-related content may be allowed with context
• Sexual content involving minors is strictly forbidden

6. Violence & Injury

Content depicting violence is subject to strict limitations:

• Graphic injury, gore, or exposed organs are prohibited
• Violence intended to glorify harm is not allowed
• Contextual reporting or documentary content may be restricted or labeled
• Animal cruelty is prohibited

7. Self-Harm & Suicide-Related Media

Friendium applies heightened safeguards to self-harm content:

• Graphic depictions of self-harm are prohibited
• Content encouraging self-harm or suicide is prohibited
• Recovery-focused, educational, or awareness content may be allowed
• Support resources may be displayed to affected users

8. Medical & Health-Related Imagery

Medical imagery may be disturbing and is evaluated carefully:

• Graphic surgical or injury imagery may be restricted
• Educational medical content may be allowed with warnings
• Misleading or harmful medical visuals are prohibited

9. Contextual Allowances

Some sensitive content may be permitted when it serves a legitimate purpose:

• News reporting or documentary material
• Human rights documentation
• Educational or academic discussion
• Public interest awareness campaigns

10. Labeling & Visibility Controls

Friendium may apply:

• Content warning labels
• Click-through interstitials
• Reduced distribution or reach
• Age-based access restrictions

11. User Responsibility & Consent

Users must consider the impact of what they share and ensure:

• Subjects have given consent where applicable
• Content is not shared to shock or exploit
• Warnings are used where appropriate

12. Reporting Sensitive Media

Users can report sensitive or disturbing content using in-platform tools. Reports are reviewed by trained safety and moderation teams.

13. Enforcement Measures

Enforcement actions may include:

• Immediate content removal
• Visibility reduction or age gating
• Warnings or strikes
• Account suspension or termination

14. Repeat Violations

Users who repeatedly post prohibited sensitive media may face escalating penalties, including permanent removal from the platform.

15. Appeals Process

Users may appeal moderation decisions related to sensitive media. Appeals are reviewed to ensure accuracy, proportionality, and fairness.

16. Legal Compliance

Friendium complies with global laws relating to harmful content, child protection, and online safety. Certain content may be reported to authorities where legally required.

17. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated to reflect legal changes, emerging risks, or evolving community standards.

18. Contact Information

Safety & Moderation: safety@friendium.com
Legal: legal@friendium.com
User Support: support@friendium.com