Welcome to YouDoodled! We're building a fun, creative community where players create collaborative art and have a great time.
🎨 The Golden Rule
Be kind, have fun, and remember that real people see what you create.
✅ What We Love to See
Best effort drawings - Skill level doesn't matter! We value effort over artistic ability
Creative interpretations - Unique takes on prompts make the game more fun
Drawings that continue chains - Build on what the previous player created
Encouraging other players - Positive ratings and supportive behavior
Fair ratings - Rate based on effort and creativity, not just artistic skill
Having fun - That's what games are for!
📱 Age Requirement
YouDoodled is rated 17+ for mature content and themes.
As a 17+ app, we allow mature content. However, there are limits - illegal content and extreme content are strictly prohibited (see below).
❌ What's Not Allowed
Zero Tolerance Violations (Immediate Ban)
Child exploitation content - Any content involving minors in sexual or exploitative contexts. Immediate permanent ban and law enforcement notification.
Hate speech - Content targeting people based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
Extreme violence/gore - Graphic depictions of real violence, torture, or mutilation
Terrorism/extremism - Content promoting terrorist organizations or violent extremism
Serious Violations (Ban on First Offense)
Bullying and harassment - Targeting, mocking, or attacking specific users
Doxxing - Sharing someone's personal information without consent
Explicit pornography - While mature content is allowed, explicit hardcore pornography is not
Illegal activity - Promoting or depicting illegal acts
Impersonation - Pretending to be another person or organization
Moderate Violations (Warning → Temporary Ban → Permanent Ban)
Spam - Repetitive or low-effort content
Advertising - Using the app to promote products or services
Inappropriate usernames - Offensive or rule-breaking usernames
Off-topic drawings - Repeatedly submitting content unrelated to the prompt
Rating manipulation - Giving unfair ratings to sabotage or boost players
🎭 Mature Content Guidelines
YouDoodled allows mature content, but within reason:
Automated screening: AI checks drawings and phrases for obvious violations
User reports: Players can report inappropriate content
Human review: Our team reviews flagged content
Community standards: We moderate based on these guidelines
What Happens to Flagged Content
Hidden during review: Content may be temporarily hidden while we review
Removed: Violating content is deleted
Reinstated: Falsely flagged content is restored
Account Actions
Depending on the severity and frequency of violations:
Warning: First-time minor violations receive a warning
Rating penalty: Your user rating may be reduced
Temporary ban: 7 to 30 days suspension from the app
Permanent ban: Serious or repeated violations result in account deletion
📊 Rating System Guidelines
How to Rate Fairly
Consider effort: Did the player try their best?
Value creativity: Unique interpretations deserve high ratings
Don't penalize skill: A stick figure drawn with effort is better than a traced masterpiece
Be consistent: Use similar standards for all players
What NOT to Do
Don't give 1-star for minor issues - Reserve low ratings for truly bad content
Don't rate based on personal grudges - Rate the content, not the player
Don't inflate all ratings - Use the full 1-5 scale appropriately
🚨 Reporting Content
When to Report
Report content that:
Violates these Community Guidelines
Makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable
Is illegal or harmful
Targets or harasses specific users
How to Report
Tap the content you want to report
Select "Report" from the options menu
Choose the reason for reporting
Provide additional details if needed
Submit the report
What Happens After You Report
We review all reports within 24-48 hours
Serious violations are reviewed immediately
You'll receive a notification about the outcome (if appropriate)
False reports may result in penalties
🤝 Being a Good Community Member
Positive Behaviors We Encourage
Welcome new players - Everyone starts somewhere
Give constructive feedback - Help others improve through ratings
Be patient - Not everyone draws at the same speed or skill level
Celebrate creativity - Appreciate unique and unexpected drawings
Stay positive - Encourage others and maintain a fun atmosphere
Handling Disagreements
Don't engage in arguments - Report and move on
Block if needed - You can block users you don't want to interact with
Contact support - Let us handle disputes
⚠️ Account Actions and Appeals
If Your Content is Removed
You'll receive a notification explaining:
What was removed
Why it was removed
What guideline was violated
Any account penalties
If You're Banned
Temporary bans: Wait for the ban period to end
Permanent bans: Account deletion is final for serious violations
Ban evasion: Creating new accounts to bypass bans will result in additional bans
Appeals
If you believe a moderation action was made in error:
Email us at rob@youdoodled.com
Include your username and the action you're appealing
Explain why you believe the decision was incorrect
We'll review and respond within 5 business days
🔒 Privacy and Safety Tips
Don't share personal information - Keep your address, phone, school, workplace private
Use a unique username - Don't use your real name if you value privacy
Be cautious with friend requests - Only connect with people you trust
Report suspicious behavior - If something feels wrong, report it
Block freely - You have full control over who you interact with
🌍 Respect Different Perspectives
YouDoodled has players from around the world with different:
Cultural backgrounds and traditions
Languages and communication styles
Artistic styles and interpretations
Humor and sensitivities
What's acceptable in one culture may not be in another. When in doubt, err on the side of respect and kindness.
📜 Changes to These Guidelines
We may update these Community Guidelines from time to time to:
Clarify existing rules
Address new issues that arise
Improve community safety
Comply with legal requirements
We'll notify you of significant changes through the app. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated guidelines.
💬 Questions or Feedback?
We're always working to improve YouDoodled and our community. If you have:
Questions about these guidelines
Suggestions for improving the community
Feedback about moderation decisions
General concerns or comments
Contact us at: rob@youdoodled.com
Company: Rainy Sunday Labs LLC Location: United States
Remember: YouDoodled is a creative, collaborative game. The goal is to have fun, be creative, and build something cool together. Be kind, be respectful, and enjoy the app!