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Reputation and Privileges System
Proposed July 22, 2025
RuleTogether's Reputation and Privileges System is designed to reward active, constructive participation and foster a vibrant community. By engaging meaningfully through creating rules, voting, commenting, and collaborating you earn reputation points that unlock higher levels, privileges, and badges. This system encourages positive contributions while ensuring the platform remains a safe and respectful space. 1. How the Reputation System WorksYour reputation score reflects your contributions to RuleTogether. As you engage with the platform, you earn points for actions that benefit the community, such as creating well-received rules or posting insightful comments. Higher reputation levels grant access to advanced features, allowing you to have a greater impact on the platform. However, reputation can also decrease due to guideline violations or low-quality contributions, ensuring accountability.2. Reputation Levels and PrivilegesEach reputation level comes with a unique badge and unlocks specific privileges, recognizing your role in the RuleTogether community. The table below outlines the levels, reputation requirements, badges, and associated privileges. Reputation LevelsEach level unlocks new privileges and badges, recognizing your contributions to RuleTogether. Reputation is earned through actions like creating rules, receiving upvotes, or having your rules supported. Reputation may decrease due to guideline violations or low-quality contributions.LevelReputation NeededBadgePrivileges UnlockedCitizen0 BasicVote on rules and post commentsContributor50 BronzeCreate up to 3 rulesRule Maker150 SilverCreate unlimited rulesDebater300 GoldPropose amendments to existing rulesGovernor500 PlatinumCreate private rules (visible only to invited members)Senator1000 DiamondCo-moderate jurisdictions (assist in reviewing content and resolving disputes)3. Earning ReputationYou can increase your reputation score through the following actions:Creating Quality Rules: Post well-crafted rules that clearly articulate an issue and solution. Rules that receive upvotes or endorsements from the community earn more points.Engaging in Discussions: Write thoughtful comments or participate in debates that receive positive feedback (e.g., upvotes) from other users.Community Support: Gain reputation when your rules or posts are shared, supported, or followed by others.Collaborative Actions: Propose amendments (at Debater level) or moderate content (at Senator level) in a fair and constructive manner to earn additional points.Points are awarded based on the quality and impact of your contributions, as determined by community engagement and moderation reviews. For example, a rule that gains significant traction may earn 10-50 points, while a highly upvoted comment may earn 5-10 points.4. Maintaining and Losing ReputationYour reputation reflects your ongoing commitment to RuleTogether's community standards. Reputation may decrease due to:Guideline Violations: Posting content that violates our Community Guidelines, such as hate speech or spam, may result in point deductions. Severe or repeated violations can lead to significant penalties or account suspension.Low-Quality Contributions: Posting irrelevant, poorly received, or spammy content may reduce your reputation, as determined by community feedback or moderation.Inactivity: Prolonged inactivity (e.g., no contributions for 6 months) may lead to minor reputation decay to encourage active participation. Typically, this is a small deduction (e.g., 10 points per quarter).If your reputation falls below the threshold for your current level, you may lose access to associated privileges until you regain the required points. We encourage consistent, respectful participation to maintain and grow your reputation.5. Benefits of Higher ReputationEarning higher reputation levels not only unlocks new privileges but also enhances your influence on RuleTogether:Recognition: Badges displayed on your profile showcase your contributions and status within the community.Increased Impact: Privileges like proposing amendments or moderating jurisdictions allow you to shape discussions and policies more directly.Community Trust: Higher levels signal to others that you are a trusted, active member, encouraging collaboration and support for your initiatives.Exclusive Features: Access to private rules and moderation roles enables you to create focused, impactful communities within RuleTogether.6. Moderation and FairnessOur moderation team ensures the reputation system is fair and transparent. Automated tools flag content for review, and human moderators assess contributions for quality and compliance. If you believe a reputation penalty was applied unfairly, you can appeal by contacting support@ruletogether.com. Appeals are reviewed within 5 business days, and corrections are made if warranted.7. Changes to This SystemWe may update the Reputation and Privileges System to improve fairness or reflect platform changes. Significant updates will be communicated via our website or email. Your continued use of RuleTogether after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated system.8. Contact UsIf you have questions or concerns about the Reputation and Privileges System, please contact us at: