Content Moderation Policy

How we moderate content and maintain community standards

2025/01/07

Content Moderation Policy

This Content Moderation Policy explains how AI Comic Factory moderates user-generated content to maintain a safe and respectful community.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

  • Maintaining a safe and creative environment for all users
  • Preventing the generation of harmful, illegal, or inappropriate content
  • Protecting intellectual property rights
  • Complying with applicable laws and regulations
  • Respecting freedom of creative expression within our guidelines

Automated Content Filtering

We employ automated systems to prevent policy violations:

Input Filtering

  • Text prompts are analyzed before processing
  • Potentially problematic keywords and phrases are flagged
  • Suspicious patterns trigger additional review
  • Users are notified when inputs violate our policies

Output Filtering

  • Generated images are scanned for policy violations
  • Content that violates our standards is automatically blocked
  • Flagged content is reviewed by our moderation team
  • Users receive feedback on why content was blocked

Categories of Moderated Content

Prohibited Content (Auto-Blocked)

  1. NSFW and Adult Content

    • Nudity and sexual content
    • Sexually suggestive poses or scenarios
    • Adult themes and mature content

  2. Violence and Gore

    • Graphic violence or gore
    • Realistic depictions of injury or death
    • Content glorifying violence

  3. Illegal Content

    • Child exploitation of any kind (zero tolerance)
    • Content promoting illegal activities
    • Copyrighted material without authorization

  4. Hate and Harassment

    • Hate symbols or extremist content
    • Content targeting protected groups
    • Harassment or bullying

Restricted Content (Requires Review)

  1. Realistic Depictions

    • Deepfakes or realistic impersonations
    • Content that could be used for deception
    • Politically sensitive material

  2. Sensitive Topics

    • Medical or health-related content
    • Religious or political imagery
    • Content related to public figures

Moderation Process

Automated Review

  • All content is scanned by AI-powered moderation tools
  • High-risk content is flagged for human review
  • Users are notified immediately if content is blocked

Human Review

  • Flagged content is reviewed by trained moderators
  • Reviews typically completed within 24 hours
  • Users can appeal moderation decisions

Appeal Process

  1. Submit an appeal through support@aicomicfactory.ai
  2. Include your content ID and explanation
  3. Our team reviews appeals within 3-5 business days
  4. You receive a decision with explanation

User Data and Privacy

Content Storage

  • We do not permanently store generated images without user action
  • Downloaded content is stored in your account
  • We may temporarily cache content for performance

Training Data

  • We do not use your uploaded images or prompts to train AI models
  • Your creative content remains your property
  • Usage data may be analyzed in aggregate for service improvement

Data Retention

  • Account data is retained while your account is active
  • Deleted content is permanently removed within 30 days
  • Backup copies are removed within 90 days

Community Guidelines Enforcement

Warning System

  • Level 1: Automated warning for minor violations
  • Level 2: Email warning from moderation team
  • Level 3: Temporary suspension (7-14 days)
  • Level 4: Permanent account termination

Immediate Termination

The following violations result in immediate account termination:

  • Child exploitation content (zero tolerance)
  • Repeated attempts to generate illegal content
  • Malicious use of the service
  • Circumventing content filters

False Positives

We understand that automated systems may sometimes make mistakes:

  • Report false positives to support@aicomicfactory.ai
  • Include details about the blocked content
  • We will review and adjust our filters as needed
  • Your account will not be penalized for false positives

Transparency Reports

We publish transparency reports that include:

  • Number of content items moderated
  • Types of policy violations
  • Appeal outcomes
  • System improvements

Reports are updated quarterly and available on our website.

Age Restrictions

  • Users must be 13 years or older to use our services
  • Users under 18 require parental consent
  • We may request age verification for certain features

Reporting Violations

How to Report

What We Do

  • Investigate all reports within 24 hours
  • Take appropriate action based on severity
  • Notify reporters of outcomes (when appropriate)
  • Implement improvements to prevent similar violations

Cooperation with Authorities

We cooperate with law enforcement when:

  • Illegal content is detected
  • We receive valid legal requests
  • Child safety is at risk
  • Public safety is threatened

Moderator Training

Our moderation team:

  • Receives regular training on policy updates
  • Follows clear guidelines and procedures
  • Has access to expert consultation
  • Maintains user privacy and confidentiality

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to:

  • Reflect changes in technology
  • Address emerging risks
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Improve moderation effectiveness

Users will be notified of significant changes.

Contact Us

For questions about content moderation:

Last updated: January 7, 2025