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Fantasy Pushing

Consent is a fundamental part of kink, so before anyone involves another member in their fantasies, it’s essential they first obtain clear consent.

What is in violation of this guideline?

Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Unwelcome sexual/kink fantasy that involves the reporter
  • Unwanted sexual label used to describe the reporter

What is not in violation of this guideline?

Examples include:

  • Asking a member if they are interested in a kink
  • Reporter initially consented, participated, and then reported it

How do I report a potential violation of this guideline?

You can report material that is potentially in violation of this guideline as follows:

Report a potential violation as follows:

  1. Visit the page with the potentially offensive material
  2. Select "...", “More”, or “Options”, then select “Report”
  3. Select “Content Not Permitted” or "Other Reason"
  4. Select "Next"
  5. Add any additional information
  6. Select "Report"

For more general information on reporting, please visit: Submitting a Report.

Who can report a potential violation of this guideline?

Only those who the fantasy or label is being directed at can report it. They’re the only ones who can confirm whether it's consensual or not.

What happens if someone violates this guideline?

If someone violates this guideline in a public context, the content is removed, and they receive a warning.

If someone violates this guideline in a private message, they receive a warning. After three warnings, they get a one-day timeout.

With each additional violation, the timeout length increases, and they risk losing their account.


Helpful Tools to Curate Your Experience

  • Revoking Consent: If you receive a private message from someone and do not wish to engage, you can revoke consent directly within the open message.
  • Inbox Privacy: You can customize your inbox privacy settings to better curate your on-site experience.