ParentHive Community Guidelines
Last updated: January 2025
Welcome to ParentHive
ParentHive is a safe, supportive community for parents and guardians. These guidelines help ensure our platform remains a positive space for all families.
Prohibited Content
The following content is strictly prohibited:
- Harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior
- Inappropriate, explicit, or sexual content
- Hate speech or discrimination
- Spam or excessive commercial promotion
- False or misleading information
- Content that violates privacy of others
- Illegal activities or content
What We Encourage
We love to see:
- Supportive and helpful interactions
- Sharing parenting tips and experiences
- Local community events and activities
- Respectful discussions and advice
- Authentic connections between families
- Positive marketplace interactions
Family Safety
Protecting families is our priority:
- Never share personal information publicly
- Be cautious when meeting new connections
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior
- Respect others' privacy and boundaries
- Keep children's information private
- Use privacy settings to control your visibility
Communication Standards
When interacting with other parents:
- Be respectful and kind in all communications
- Use appropriate language suitable for families
- Respect different parenting styles and choices
- Keep conversations relevant and helpful
- Avoid arguments or heated debates
- Report users who violate these standards
Marketplace Guidelines
For buying and selling:
- Post accurate descriptions and photos
- Price items fairly and honestly
- Complete transactions promptly
- Communicate clearly with buyers/sellers
- Only sell items suitable for families
- Report fraudulent or suspicious listings
Location and Privacy
Regarding location sharing:
- Only share general area, not exact addresses
- Meet in public places for safety
- Use the app's privacy controls
- Never share your home address publicly
- Be cautious about sharing children's locations
- Report users who request inappropriate location info
Reporting and Enforcement
If you see violations:
- Use the report button on any content or profile
- Provide specific details about the violation
- Block users who make you uncomfortable
- Contact support for serious safety concerns
Violations may result in warning messages, temporary account suspension, permanent account termination, or content removal.
Content Moderation
All content is reviewed:
- Posts, events, and marketplace items are manually reviewed before publication
- Our moderation team reviews content within 2-4 hours
- Reported content is reviewed within 24 hours
- We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for inappropriate content
Contact Us
If you have questions about these guidelines or need to report an issue, please contact us at: