Last Updated: August 29, 2025
Welcome to AfterDark Society. Our community is built on the pillars of respect, authenticity, and shared enjoyment. To ensure a positive and safe environment for everyone, we require all members to follow these guidelines. By participating in AfterDark Society, you agree to uphold these standards.
Respect & Consent
Everything begins with mutual respect and clear, enthusiastic consent.
Do:
- Treat all members with courtesy and respect at all times.
- Engage in thoughtful, consensual, and mature interactions.
- Listen actively and respect different opinions, identities, and experiences.
Don't:
- Harass, bully, insult, or threaten other members.
- Use offensive, discriminatory, or hateful language.
- Pressure anyone into conversations or activities they are not comfortable with.
Privacy & Safety
Members deserve privacy and absolute control over their information.
Do:
- Keep all private conversations strictly confidential.
- Protect your own personal details until you're comfortable and have established trust.
- Use the in-app reporting tools to flag any suspicious or unsafe behavior immediately.
Don't:
- Share, screenshot, or distribute someone else's photos, videos, conversations, or personal details without their explicit permission.
- Impersonate or misrepresent yourself.
- Engage in scams, fraud, or any form of financial solicitation.
Authenticity
Our community thrives on genuine connection.
Do:
- Be yourself—share your genuine interests and experiences.
- Use your real photos. Misleading or AI-generated content used as your own is not permitted.
- Keep your communication transparent and honest.
Don't:
- Impersonate others, misrepresent yourself, or create multiple fake profiles or accounts.
- Disrupt the community with spam, unwanted promotions, or repetitive, low-effort content.
Age Verification & Access Control
AfterDark Society operates under strict age verification requirements to ensure a safe, adults-only environment.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Complete Age Verification: All users must successfully complete our age verification process before accessing any platform features beyond basic account creation.
- 18+ Only Access: Only verified adults (18+) can access posts, groups, messaging, events, and all other platform functionality.
- Ongoing Compliance: Maintain your verification status and immediately report any account access issues.
Strictly Prohibited:
- Bypassing Age Verification: Any attempt to circumvent or manipulate the age verification process.
- False Documentation: Providing fake IDs or misleading information during verification.
- Account Sharing: Allowing unverified or underage individuals access to your verified account.
Legal & Ethical Standards
We are committed to safety and accountability. All activities on AfterDark must be legal and ethical.
Do:
- Follow all applicable local and international laws.
- Respect our strict 18+ age restriction. All members must be of legal adult age.
- Use the platform responsibly and with integrity.
Don't:
- Share, request, or engage in any form of illegal content.
- Involve minors in any capacity. This is a zero-tolerance policy.
- Promote violence, self-harm, dangerous behavior, exploitation, or prohibited services.
Consequences
Violating these guidelines may result in a warning, temporary suspension, or permanent removal of your account, at our sole discretion. Severe violations, especially those involving safety and legality, may also be reported to law enforcement.
Together We Create the AfterDark Society
This community thrives when its members uphold respect, consent, and authenticity. By following these guidelines, you help us create a safe and empowering space for exploration and connection. Let's build something meaningful—together.