Community Code of Conduct

Last Updated: January 7, 2025 | Effective Date: January 7, 2025

Our Promise: Full Size Life is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for everyone, regardless of body size, age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, nationality, race, religion, sexuality, or any other characteristic.

1. Our Core Values

🤝 Respect

Treat everyone with dignity and consideration, regardless of differences.

💪 Empowerment

Support and encourage each other in our journeys toward confidence and self-acceptance.

🌈 Inclusion

Welcome all people and celebrate diversity in our community.

🛡️ Safety

Create a safe space free from harassment, judgment, and discrimination.

2. Expected Behavior

We expect all community members to:

  • Be Kind and Respectful: Use welcoming and inclusive language
  • Support Others: Offer encouragement and constructive feedback
  • Listen Actively: Be open to different perspectives and experiences
  • Give Credit: Acknowledge others' contributions and ideas
  • Focus on Solutions: When problems arise, work together constructively
  • Respect Privacy: Don't share others' personal information without consent
  • Be Authentic: Share genuine experiences and honest product reviews
  • Practice Empathy: Remember that everyone has different challenges and experiences

3. Unacceptable Behavior - Zero Tolerance

⚠️ The following behaviors will result in immediate and permanent ban:

Harassment and Bullying

  • Any form of harassment, stalking, or intimidation
  • Bullying, including cyberbullying or group targeting
  • Unwelcome sexual attention or advances
  • Threatening language or behavior
  • Doxxing (publishing private information)

Discrimination and Hate

  • Body shaming or weight-based discrimination
  • Racist, sexist, homophobic, or transphobic comments
  • Religious or cultural intolerance
  • Ableist language or behavior
  • Any form of hate speech

Harmful Content

  • Promoting eating disorders or unhealthy behaviors
  • Encouraging self-harm or violence
  • Spreading medical misinformation
  • Promoting dangerous weight loss products or methods

Other Prohibited Behaviors

  • Trolling: Deliberately provocative or disruptive behavior
  • Spam: Unsolicited advertising or repetitive content
  • Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else
  • Misinformation: Deliberately spreading false information
  • Inappropriate Content: Posting offensive or NSFW material
  • Privacy Violations: Sharing others' personal information
  • Manipulation: Using the platform for scams or deception

4. Specific Guidelines

Product Reviews and Recommendations

  • Share honest, authentic experiences
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest
  • Respect others' product choices and experiences
  • Don't attack brands or businesses personally

Body and Health Discussions

  • Respect all body types and sizes
  • No unsolicited health or weight loss advice
  • Don't make assumptions about health based on appearance
  • Celebrate body positivity and self-acceptance

Language and Tone

  • Use person-first language when appropriate
  • Avoid diet culture terminology
  • Be mindful of triggering content
  • Use content warnings when discussing sensitive topics

5. Reporting Violations

If you witness or experience unacceptable behavior:

How to Report

  1. Use the report button on any content or profile
  2. Email us at safety@fullsizelife.com
  3. Include screenshots or links when possible
  4. Provide context and details about the incident

What happens next:

  • We review all reports within 24 hours
  • Severe violations result in immediate action
  • We may contact you for additional information
  • Your report remains confidential
  • We take action based on our investigation

6. Enforcement and Consequences

Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in:

⚠️ Warning

For minor first-time violations, we may issue a warning with guidance on expected behavior.

⏸️ Temporary Suspension

For repeated violations or moderate issues, temporary account suspension (7-30 days).

🚫 Permanent Ban

For severe violations, harassment, hate speech, or repeated offenses after warnings.

Appeals: If you believe action was taken in error, you may appeal by emailing appeals@fullsizelife.com with your case details within 30 days.

7. Creating a Positive Community

Together, we can build a supportive community by:

Celebrating Wins

Share and celebrate each other's achievements, big and small.

Offering Support

Be there for community members facing challenges.

Sharing Knowledge

Help others find products and solutions that work.

Building Connections

Form genuine friendships and support networks.

8. Scope and Application

This Code of Conduct applies to:

  • All Full Size Life website features and services
  • Comments, reviews, and forum posts
  • Direct messages between users
  • Full Size Life social media channels
  • In-person events or meetups organized by Full Size Life
  • Any interaction representing Full Size Life

9. Acknowledgment

By using Full Size Life, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by this Code of Conduct. We reserve the right to update this Code of Conduct as needed to maintain a safe and respectful community.

10. Contact Us

For questions about our Code of Conduct or to report violations:

Full Size Life Safety Team

General Inquiries: community@fullsizelife.com

Report Violations: safety@fullsizelife.com

Appeals: appeals@fullsizelife.com

Thank you for helping us build a community where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered! 💪