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How do I report fake or inappropriate collaborations?

Helping us maintain a trustworthy platform is crucial for everyone's success. Here's how to report problematic collaborations:

When to Report Collaborations​

  • 🚫 Fake Collaborations: Claims of collaborations that never happened
  • ❌ Inappropriate Content: Links to content that violates community guidelines
  • 🔄 Spam Requests: Bulk or automated collaboration requests
  • 👤 Identity Issues: Someone claiming to be involved who wasn't
  • ⚠️ Suspicious Patterns: Multiple questionable requests from the same user

How to Flag Individual Collaborations​

From Your Dashboard:​

  1. Go to your collaboration dashboard
  2. Find the questionable collaboration request
  3. Click the "Flag" button or report icon
  4. Select the reason from the dropdown menu
  5. Add specific details about the issue
  6. Submit the report

From Collaboration Details:​

  1. Open the specific collaboration page
  2. Look for the "Report" or flag option
  3. Choose the appropriate reason
  4. Provide context about why it's problematic
  5. Submit for admin review

Reporting Options​

  • Fake Collaboration: "This collaboration never happened"
  • Spam Content: "This appears to be spam or bulk messaging"
  • Inappropriate Material: "The linked content violates community guidelines"
  • Identity Issues: "This person wasn't involved in this collaboration"
  • Other: Custom description of the problem

What Happens After Reporting​

  • ⏱️ Immediate Action: Flagged collaborations are marked for review
  • 👥 Community Support: Multiple flags prioritize admin attention
  • 🛡️ Admin Review: Our moderation team investigates each report
  • ⚖️ Fair Process: Reported users can respond to allegations
  • 🚨 Account Actions: Repeated violations may result in restrictions

Community Flagging System​

  • Threshold System: Multiple community flags trigger automatic review
  • Anonymous Reporting: Your identity is protected when reporting
  • False Flag Protection: Abuse of the reporting system is also monitored
  • Transparency: Users can see the status of their reports

Best Practices​

  • ✅ Be Specific: Provide clear details about the issue
  • ✅ Include Evidence: Screenshots or additional context help
  • ✅ Report Promptly: Don't let fake collaborations accumulate
  • ✅ Use Appropriately: Only report genuine violations
  • ❌ Don't Retaliate: Use proper channels instead of counter-flagging

Protecting Yourself​

  • 🔍 Verify Content: Always check links before confirming collaborations
  • 📱 Document Real Work: Keep records of your actual collaborations
  • 🤝 Know Your Partners: Only confirm collaborations you genuinely participated in
  • ⚡ Report Quickly: Don't delay reporting obvious fake requests

Remember: Community reporting helps maintain the value and trustworthiness of verified collaborations for everyone on the platform!