Spammers will be retired!

Two minutes ago I blocked and banned a follower. That's it. She used my publications to insert ads in the comments. This is a no-no practice at all for sure. Trust is too valuable to tolerate this behavior. So, you were banned, blocked, and ignored. I accept all contacts and followers but if you are a spammer, reaction is fast as light!

Let's remember the basic Netiquette once again.

Some rules you must have in account:

1. Be respectful at all times ??

? Treat others as you’d like to be treated.

? Avoid offensive comments, insults, or aggressive language.

? Respect others’ opinions, even if you disagree.

2. Use an appropriate tone ??

? Adapt your tone to the context (formal for work emails, informal for chats with friends).

? Avoid excessive use of ALL CAPS as it can seem like shouting.

? Be clear and polite in your messages.

3. Avoid spamming ??

? Don’t send repetitive or irrelevant messages.

? Avoid sharing chain messages or unsolicited content.

4. Be clear and concise ??

? Express your ideas clearly and to the point.

? Use proper grammar and punctuation to prevent misunderstandings.

5. Respect privacy ??

? Don’t share personal information (yours or others’) without permission.

? Avoid tagging someone in photos or posts without their consent.

6. Don’t overuse emojis or abbreviations ??

? Use emojis and abbreviations appropriately so they don’t confuse your message.

? Remember, not everyone understands Internet slang or abbreviations.

7. Don’t engage in toxic behavior or trolling ??

? Ignore provocative comments instead of fueling them.

? If a conversation turns disrespectful, politely step away.

8. Credit others’ work ??

? If you share someone else’s content (images, texts, ideas), give proper credit.

? Avoid plagiarism or taking credit for work that isn’t yours.

9. Be patient ?

? Not everyone has the same technical skills or response speed.

? Be understanding of mistakes or misunderstandings.

10. Follow platform-specific rules ??

? Read and respect the guidelines of forums, groups, or social networks you’re part of.

? Adapt to the communication style of each platform (e.g., LinkedIn is more formal than Twitter).

11. Don’t spread false information ???

? Verify information before sharing it.

? Avoid contributing to misinformation.

12. Be inclusive ??

? Use language that doesn’t exclude or discriminate.

? Recognize and respect cultural, gender, and opinion diversity.

13. Show gratitude and respond ??

? If someone helps you or provides information, thank them.

? Respond to messages or questions promptly when appropriate.

14. Respect others’ time ?

? Before asking a question, check if the answer is already available.

? Send direct messages only when necessary and relevant.

15. Be a good role model ?

? Promote positive interactions and respect community values.

? Help new users understand the norms and encourage a welcoming environment.

By following these practices, you contribute to a more positive, constructive, and enjoyable online space! ??