Comment Moderation Policy – Fostering Constructive Dialogue at TimesofPK.com
TimesofPK.com encourages open and respectful conversation around the news we publish. Our comment sections are meant to be spaces where readers can share opinions, ask questions, and engage in healthy discussion. To maintain the quality and safety of our platform, we have established a clear Comment Moderation Policy.
This policy outlines the rules, expectations, and procedures for user comments on our website.
Purpose of Comment Moderation
We believe in free expression but recognize the need to moderate comments to prevent:
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Hate speech
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Harassment or abuse
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Spam and promotional content
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Misinformation or disinformation
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Off-topic or disruptive posts
Our goal is to create a civil, informative, and inclusive environment for all readers.
Guidelines for Commenting
To ensure a positive experience for all users, comments must follow these guidelines:
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Be respectful: Do not insult, attack, or provoke other commenters or authors.
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Stay on topic: Comments should relate to the article or topic at hand.
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Avoid hate speech: Racism, sexism, or discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Do not spread false information: Misinformation, conspiracy theories, or unverified claims are subject to removal.
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No spam or advertising: Comments containing links to third-party sites, products, or promotions will be deleted.
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No impersonation: Do not pretend to be someone else, including public figures or TimesofPK staff.
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Use clean language: Profanity, vulgar language, and graphic content are not allowed.
Moderation Process
All comments posted on TimesofPK.com may be:
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Automatically filtered using spam detection systems
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Manually reviewed by our moderation team
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Held for approval if flagged or detected as suspicious
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Removed if found to be in violation of this policy
We reserve the right to edit or delete comments at our discretion. Repeat offenders may be permanently banned from commenting.
No Right to Publish
By submitting a comment, users agree that TimesofPK.com is under no obligation to publish it. We reserve the right to reject or remove any comment without explanation.
Commenting on our platform is a privilege, not a right. Abusive or disruptive behavior will lead to moderation action, including bans.
Privacy and Security
Do not post private information such as phone numbers, addresses, or login credentials. We do not take responsibility for the misuse of any information posted in the comments section.
Any personal data collected through commenting will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Reporting Violations
If you see a comment that violates our policy, you may report it by contacting our editorial team at:
Please include the article title and a screenshot or description of the comment in question.
Updates to This Policy
This Comment Moderation Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our community standards or technical systems. We encourage users to review this page regularly to stay informed.
