Content Rules and Guidelines

Overview

All submissions to the Data Bounty Board must comply with these mandatory rules. Violations result in rejection, reputation penalties, and potential account suspension.

The 10 Mandatory Rules

Rule 1: Original Content Only

You must own or have full rights to all submitted content.

Evidence requirements:

• Be prepared to provide proof of creation (RAW files, timestamps, etc.)
• If using licensed content, provide license documentation
• If including third-party elements, provide release forms

Rule 2: No AI-Generated Content

Content generated by AI tools is strictly prohibited.

This includes:

• Images from Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, etc.
• Text from ChatGPT, Claude, or other LLMs
• Audio/voice from ElevenLabs, Synthesia, etc.
• AI-enhanced or AI-upscaled content
• AI "style transfer" modifications

Why this matters:

• AI-generated content creates legal uncertainties
• Bounty creators need authentic human-created data for training
• AI detection tools are used to screen submissions

Rule 3: No Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

Never include PII of yourself or others.

Prohibited PII includes:

Handling faces in images/videos:

• Blur or obscure all recognizable faces
• Use "incidental" exception only for distant crowd shots
• Get written consent if face must be visible

Rule 4: No Illegal Content

Content depicting or promoting illegal activities is prohibited.

This includes:

• Drug manufacturing or distribution
• Weapons (especially illegal modifications)
• Fraud schemes or financial crimes
• Hacking tutorials or malware
• Child exploitation (ZERO TOLERANCE)
• Terrorism or extremist content
• Animal cruelty
• Harassment or stalking

Rule 5: No Explicit Adult Content

Sexual or explicit content is not permitted.

Prohibited content:

• Nudity (except artistic/medical contexts where specifically requested)
• Sexual acts or simulation
• Pornographic material
• Sexual solicitation
• Sexualized content involving minors (ZERO TOLERANCE)

Exception: Some medical/anatomy bounties may allow clinical nudity with explicit consent and verification.

Rule 6: No Hate Speech or Discrimination

Content promoting hate based on protected characteristics is banned.

Protected characteristics include:

• Race and ethnicity
• Religion
• Gender and gender identity
• Sexual orientation
• Disability
• National origin
• Age

This applies to:

• Slurs and derogatory terms
• Symbols of hate groups
• Discriminatory statements
• Dehumanizing content

Rule 7: No Violence or Gore

Graphic violent content is prohibited unless specifically requested.

Prohibited:

• Real violence against humans or animals
• Graphic injury or death
• Torture or abuse
• Self-harm promotion

Exception: News/documentary bounties may accept sanitized violence with explicit labeling.

Rule 8: No Misinformation

Factually incorrect content intended to deceive is prohibited.

This includes:

• Fake news articles
• Manipulated media (deepfakes)
• Health misinformation
• Election misinformation
• Conspiracy theories presented as fact

For creative/fictional content:

• Clearly label as fiction
• Don't mimic news formats
• Don't impersonate real people

Rule 9: Quality Standards Must Be Met

All content must meet minimum quality thresholds.

Images

Videos

Audio/Voice

Text

Rule 10: Accurate Metadata

All metadata must be truthful and accurate.

Required accuracy:

• File attributes (resolution, duration, etc.)
• Location data (if provided)
• Timestamps and dates
• Language identification
• Content descriptions

Prohibited:

• Fabricated metadata
• Spoofed EXIF data
• Misleading descriptions
• Category misclassification

What IS Allowed

To clarify, here is content that IS acceptable:

Privacy Requirements

For Images and Videos

Faces: Must be blurred, pixelated, or obscured unless:

• The person is you AND you consent
• You have written release from the person
• The bounty explicitly allows faces AND you have consent

License plates: Must be blurred or obscured

Street addresses: Must be blurred if clearly visible

Private property: Avoid if owner would object

For Text and Behavioral Data

Remove or anonymize:

• Names (use placeholders like [NAME])
• Email addresses
• Phone numbers
• User IDs that can be traced
• IP addresses
• Specific locations more precise than city

For Voice Recordings

Your voice only unless you have:

• Written consent from all speakers
• Proof of consent on file
• Bounty specifically allows multiple speakers

Quality Standards by Type

Image Quality Tiers

Video Quality Tiers

Audio Quality Tiers

Content Moderation Process

Automated Screening

All submissions pass through automated checks:

Submission
    │
    ▼
┌─────────────────┐
│ Format Check    │ ← Correct file type, size, resolution
└────────┬────────┘
         │
         ▼
┌─────────────────┐
│ Duplicate Check │ ← SHA-256 hash comparison
└────────┬────────┘
         │
         ▼
┌─────────────────┐
│ AI Detection    │ ← Checks for AI-generated content
└────────┬────────┘
         │
         ▼
┌─────────────────┐
│ NSFW Detection  │ ← Flags explicit content
└────────┬────────┘
         │
         ▼
┌─────────────────┐
│ Quality Score   │ ← Assesses image/audio quality
└────────┬────────┘
         │
         ▼
    Approved / Flagged / Rejected

Approver Review

Flagged content goes to staked approvers who:

• Review against bounty requirements
• Check for rule violations
• Assess quality subjectively
• Cast votes toward approval or rejection (3-vote quorum, 66.67% consensus)

Violation Consequences

Appeal Process

If your submission is rejected and you believe it complies with rules:

1. Review the rejection reason - Check the specific violation cited
2. Gather evidence - Proof of ownership, original files, etc.
3. Submit appeal - Via dashboard within 7 days
4. Wait for review - Appeals reviewed within 48 hours

Appeals are NOT available for:

• CSAM (reported to law enforcement)
• Clear fraud attempts
• Repeat offenders on final warning

FAQ

Can I submit content with my face visible?

Only if the bounty explicitly allows it AND you're the only person visible. Most bounties require face blurring.

What if I accidentally include PII?

If caught before approval, your submission is rejected with a warning. Learn to check more carefully. If discovered after approval, more serious consequences apply.

How do I know if content is AI-generated?

If you used any AI tool to create, enhance, or modify the content, it's considered AI-generated. This includes upscaling, style transfer, and "enhancement" tools.

Can I use Creative Commons content?

Only if the CC license allows commercial use (CC0, CC-BY, CC-BY-SA). You must provide license documentation.

What about screenshots?

Screenshots of your own content are allowed. Screenshots of others' content, apps, or websites require specific permission.

Next Steps

• Submitting Data - How to submit content
• Approver Voting - How staked approvers review submissions
• Fraud Protection - Security measures