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Community Guidelines

Last Updated: April 24, 2026 · Effective Date: April 24, 2026

Welcome to Whim. Our platform exists to cure boredom by connecting university students with spontaneous real-world events happening right now. To keep Whim a safe, authentic, and enjoyable space for everyone, we ask every member of our community to follow these guidelines. These rules apply to all content and conduct on Whim, including event listings, event chat messages, profile information, images, and in-person behavior connected to Whim events.

Our Core Values

Authenticity

Be real. Use your real identity, post real events, and represent yourself honestly. Whim is not a place for personas, fake events, or deceptive behavior.

Safety

The safety of our community comes first. Every feature of Whim is designed with user safety in mind, and we expect users to prioritize safety in every interaction.

Spontaneity

Whim is about seizing the moment. Events are short-lived, last-minute, and local. Respect the spirit of the platform by keeping events genuine and timely.

Inclusivity

University life brings together people of diverse backgrounds. Whim is a welcoming space for all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Who Can Use Whim

2.1Eligibility

Whim may require institutional email verification (such as a .edu address) for registration or certain features. Where such verification is required, you must provide a valid institutional email address you are authorized to use and accurately represent any associated affiliation. Eligibility requirements may change at Whim's discretion.

2.2Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years of age to use Whim. Persons under 18 are not permitted to use the Service.

2.3Identity Honesty

You are expected to use your real name and represent your identity honestly on Whim. Pseudonyms, aliases, and fictional personas are not permitted. Misrepresenting your identity is a violation of these guidelines.

2.4One Account

Each person may have only one Whim account. Creating additional accounts to evade enforcement, access a banned account, or misrepresent your identity is strictly prohibited.

Event Standards

Events are the heart of Whim. All events must meet the following standards:

3.1Events Must Be Real

Every event you post must be a genuine activity that is actually going to happen. Do not post fake events, placeholder events, or events you have no intention of hosting.

3.2Events Must Happen Within 24 Hours

Events on Whim are intended to be spontaneous and near-future. All events must be scheduled to occur within 24 hours of posting.

3.3Accurate Information Required

Your event's title, description, time, and location must be accurate and truthful.

3.4No Misleading or Bait Events

Do not create events with misleading titles, descriptions, or images designed to attract attendees under false pretenses.

3.5No Charging Attendees Without Disclosure

If your event has an entry fee, cover charge, or any cost to attendees, you must clearly disclose this in the event description before people join. Surprise fees are prohibited.

3.8Event Images

Cover images for events must not contain nudity, graphic violence, hateful imagery, or other prohibited content as defined in our Content Policy.

3.9One Event at a Time

Do not flood the platform with duplicate or near-duplicate events. Creating multiple listings for the same event is prohibited.

3.6 No Events for Illegal Activity

Events must not be created to facilitate illegal activities, including but not limited to:

Unlawful distribution, sale, or use of controlled substances
Underage drinking events (events where the primary purpose involves alcohol for under-21 participants)
Illegal gambling
Trespassing or events at locations you are not authorized to use
Events designed to facilitate harm to others

Social Interaction Standards

4.1Treat Everyone With Respect

Every Whim user is a real person. Treat all users with basic dignity and respect, whether in group chats, through direct interaction, or at in-person events.

4.2No Harassment

Harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. This includes persistent unwanted contact, threats of any kind, intimidation, targeted ridicule or humiliation, and sending repeated messages after someone has indicated they do not wish to communicate.

4.3No Discrimination or Hate Speech

Whim is an inclusive platform. Content that demeans, dehumanizes, or attacks individuals or groups based on their race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

4.4No Sexual Harassment or Unwanted Advances

Unsolicited romantic or sexual advances, comments of a sexual nature directed at another user without their consent, or sexually explicit messages are prohibited.

4.5No Bullying

Whim is not a place to gang up on, single out, or bully other users. Coordinated attacks or campaigns against individual users are prohibited.

4.6No Stalking

Do not use information obtained through Whim to track, monitor, or follow another user's movements or activities against their wishes.

4.7Respect Boundaries

If another user blocks you, do not attempt to contact them through other means, create new accounts to circumvent the block, or show up to their events.

Chat Standards

5.1Event Chats Are Shared Spaces

Event group chats are visible to all attendees of an event. Remember that your messages are seen by everyone in the group.

5.2Messages Are Permanent

Once sent, chat messages cannot be edited or deleted by users. Our platform intentionally preserves chat history for the duration of an event. Think carefully before you send a message.

5.3Stay On Topic

Keep your messages relevant to the event. Excessive off-topic content or flooding a chat with repetitive messages is prohibited.

5.4No Spam or Self-Promotion

Do not use event chats to advertise businesses, solicit followers or subscribers, distribute affiliate links, or promote services unrelated to the event.

5.5No Sharing Others' Private Information

Do not share another person's private information — including their contact details, address, or anything they shared in confidence — in a group chat or elsewhere on the platform.

5.6No Hate Speech or Slurs

The prohibition on hateful content applies equally to chat messages. Slurs, derogatory language, and hate speech are not tolerated in event chats.

Profile Standards

6.1Honest Identity

You are expected to represent your genuine identity on your profile, including using your real first and last name. Do not impersonate another real person, fictional character, celebrity, Whim employee, or any organization.

6.2Accurate University Affiliation

Your listed university must be the institution associated with your registered email address. Do not claim affiliation with an institution you are not actually affiliated with.

6.3Appropriate Profile and Banner Images

Profile photos and banner images must be appropriate for a general university audience. Prohibited images include nudity or sexually explicit imagery, graphic violence or gore, hateful symbols or imagery, and images designed to impersonate another person.

6.4Clubs and Organizations

If you list club or organization affiliations, they must be real organizations at your institution that you genuinely participate in. Do not fabricate affiliations.

Reporting Violations

If you encounter a user or event that violates these Community Guidelines, please use Whim's in-app reporting tools.

Reporting a User

Visit their profile and select the report option. Available reasons: Spam, Harassment, Inappropriate Content, Fake Profile, Other.

Reporting an Event

If you believe an event violates our guidelines, report it through the event's reporting option.

What happens after you report:

Your report is submitted to our moderation team
Reports are reviewed on a priority basis, with safety-related reports receiving the highest priority
We will investigate and take appropriate action
We will not disclose the outcome of investigations to reporters to protect user privacy

Enforcement

8.1Enforcement Tiers

Content RemovalRemoving violating content without suspension.

WarningIssuing a formal warning to your account.

Temporary SuspensionSuspending your ability to access some or all features for a defined period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days).

Permanent BanPermanently removing your account and all associated data from the Service.

8.2Immediate Action

Certain severe violations — including posting child sexual abuse material (CSAM), making credible threats of violence, or coordinated harassment campaigns — may result in immediate permanent account termination without prior warning.

8.4Appeals

If you believe an enforcement action was taken in error, you may appeal by emailing appeals@joinwhim.net within 30 days of the action. Include your registered email address and a description of why you believe the action was incorrect. Whim will review your appeal and respond within 15 business days.

Alcohol, Substances, and Sensitive Events

9.1Alcohol

Events involving alcohol are permitted only when all participants are of legal drinking age (21+ in the United States) and the event complies with all applicable laws. Events must not be designed to pressure, coerce, or incentivize alcohol consumption.

9.2Controlled Substances

Events involving the use or distribution of controlled substances (illegal drugs) are strictly prohibited, regardless of whether such substances are decriminalized or legal in any particular jurisdiction.

9.3Sensitive Events

Events related to mental health, grief, crisis support, or other sensitive topics are permitted and welcome, but must be clearly labeled and must adhere to our Content Policy. Do not exploit sensitive topics to attract participants under false pretenses.

9.4Events Involving Physical Activity or Risk

If your event involves physical activity (sports, hiking, etc.) with inherent risk, you are strongly encouraged to disclose this in your event description.

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Relationship With Terms of Service and Other Policies

The master agreement governing your use of the platform.

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Content Policy

Detailed rules about the content you may and may not post.

Safety Information

Guidance for staying safe when using Whim to attend real-world events.

In the event of any conflict between these Community Guidelines and the Terms of Service, the Terms of Service shall control.

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Questions and Contact

Whim

General:support@joinwhim.net

Safety:safety@joinwhim.net

Appeals:appeals@joinwhim.net

Website:joinwhim.net