The Virtual Brew Community Guidelines
Creating a safe, respectful, and intentional online space — together.
At The Virtual Brew, we believe online spaces should feel human, grounded, and welcoming. These Community Guidelines exist to help every member feel safe, supported, and respected while participating in our calm, ad-free digital community.
By using The Virtual Brew, you agree to follow these guidelines and our Terms and Conditions. These policies apply to all areas of the platform, including profiles, posts, comments, private messages, and video or audio calls.
Core Community Principles
We ask that all members uphold the following values:
1. Be Here.
Presence with intention. Come as you are — to reflect, create, connect, or simply sit in peace. No rush. No noise. Just meaningful time, spent your way.
2. Be Real.
Authenticity without performance. No filters. No blue checks. No need to impress. Say hi, smile, share your thoughts — or just enjoy the vibe. It’s not about likes. It’s about being human.
3. Be Free.
Safety, trust, and digital ease. No ads. No algorithm. No overstimulation. Just a safe, respectful space where everyone knows the rules — and the community keeps it cozy.
These values reflect the foundation of our platform and inform all expectations.
What’s Encouraged
The Virtual Brew is a space for intentional interaction and genuine community. We encourage members to:
Share thoughtful updates, reflections, and questions
Engage meaningfully through posts, comments, and conversation
Offer encouragement, insight, and respectful disagreement
Use platform features like messaging, video, and co-working to deepen connection
Respect the preferences and boundaries of others
Participation should contribute to a calm, welcoming environment.
A Note on Tone
We know that people love to flirt, debate, vent, share gossip, or even troll now and then. And you're an adult — you do what you do.
But The Virtual Brew isn't the space for that.
Our platform is designed to feel more like a cozy coffeehouse — a place for slower conversations, thoughtful presence, and mutual respect.
Our basic guiding principle: If you wouldn’t do it at a real coffee shop, we kindly ask that you reconsider doing it here.
This means we discourage behavior that feels overly performative, provocative, or emotionally chaotic — even if technically consensual. That includes high-conflict debate, sexually charged banter, or attention-seeking antics.
We’re not here to censor — we’re here to protect the vibe.
What’s Not Allowed
To preserve a respectful and inclusive space, the following behaviors are not permitted:
Harassment, bullying, or targeted attacks
Hate speech or discriminatory language
Sexually explicit, obscene, or objectifying content
Spam, scams, or unsolicited promotion
Deceptive behavior, impersonation, or misrepresentation
Invasive conduct or manipulative communication
Content or conduct that violates any applicable laws
Behavior that contradicts these guidelines may also constitute a breach of our Terms and Conditions and may result in a warning, temporary suspension, or removal from the platform.
Reporting & Moderation
If you witness or experience behavior that violates these guidelines:
Use the “Report” button on the relevant post, message, or profile
Contact our team via the Help Beacon or contact form.
Provide context or screenshots when appropriate to help us assess the situation
All reports are reviewed with care and discretion. Actions taken will reflect the nature and severity of the issue, and repeated or serious violations may lead to account termination.
Privacy & Boundaries
Every user has the ability to control how they connect with others. You can:
Enable or disable messaging, audio, and video features in your settings
Adjust your visibility and interaction preferences
Report or block individuals who make you feel uncomfortable
We ask all members to respect the privacy, preferences, and pace of others. Unwanted contact or pressure — of any kind — will not be tolerated.
Alignment with Our Terms
These guidelines are intended to clarify community norms and expectations. They complement — but do not replace — the legally binding Terms and Conditions you agree to when using the site.
Where appropriate, The Virtual Brew may act in accordance with our Terms when responding to violations.
Our Shared Responsibility
This platform is designed for those seeking something different — an intentional, ad-free, human-first approach to social connection.
Creating and maintaining that experience is a shared responsibility. By participating thoughtfully and respectfully, you help shape a community that feels calm, genuine, and worth showing up for.
Thank you for doing your part.
