Charter of Principles

Respect, sharing, and experimentation. The values that unite us.

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Core Principles

All community conduct is guided by the following principles:

Good faith

We assume positive intent unless proven otherwise

Neutrality

We avoid favoritism and personal conflicts

Proportionality

Measures are appropriate to the severity of the situation

Consistency

Similar situations are handled in similar ways

Minimal intervention

We intervene only when necessary

Transparency

Decisions are justified and documented

Meshtastic Network (Mesh / Radio)

The mesh network is a shared and limited resource

The Meshtastic network is not a social chat. It is a technical, decentralized infrastructure with finite resources that must be used responsibly by everyone.

Acceptable & Recommended Use

Technical messages and diagnostics
Occasional, coordinated tests
Network coordination
Brief community context messages
Relevant or emergency communications

Discouraged Use

Long non-technical conversations
High-frequency chats (many messages in a short time)
Repetitive messages without purpose
Using the network as a social media substitute
Excessive tests without coordination

Tip: If you want to chat, use our collaborative groups! The mesh network is for simple communications.

Unacceptable Use

Deliberate spam
Intentional or negligent flooding
Offensive, illegal, or discriminatory content
Attempts to interfere with or sabotage the network
Abusive use that compromises overall operation

Social Communication Platforms

Our social spaces

We are present on Telegram, Discord, and Matrix. Here you can chat, ask questions, share experiences, and meet the community. There is more social tolerance than on the radio network, but mutual respect still applies.

Main community group

Discord

Community organized by channels

Matrix

Open, federated protocol

We expect from you

Respectful language
Willingness to learn and teach
Acceptance of diversity
Collaborative spirit

We do not tolerate

Personal attacks or insults
Destructive irony or humiliation
Recurring aggressive discussions
Constant provocations
Spam or abusive self-promotion

Discussion of Other Platforms

We recognize other platforms and mesh projects. You may mention and discuss other solutions, but keep respect:

Do not make aggressive or provocative comparisons
Do not try to discredit other platforms
Do not attack people for technological preferences
Share objective and constructive information

Remember: Our groups are not a technological battlefield. We are a community of experimenters, not militants.

Node Blocks

Blocking is an exceptional measure

We block nodes only when necessary to protect the network. It is not a personal punishment, but a technical measure to safeguard overall operation.

When can a block happen?

Recurring or prolonged flooding
Deliberate spam or abusive use
Offensive or illegal content transmitted
Behavior that significantly degrades the network
Attempts at sabotage or interference
Repeat offenses after warnings

Whenever possible, we try to contact you first! We prefer to resolve things through dialogue before blocking.

How does the process work?

Submission: A curator proposes the block with technical justification
Validation: Two other curators must approve
Activation: After the third validation, the block takes effect
Transparency: The reason is recorded and visible to you

Note: No curator can block alone. Three independent validations are always required.

Unblocking

Unblocking is a natural part of the process! You can request unblocking when:

You fixed the issue that caused the block
You understand the network best practices
Enough time has passed (less severe cases)

To unblock, a single curator validation is enough. Use the online platform or contact us directly.

Measures and Consequences

Progressiveness: We always start with the lightest measures, except in emergencies. The goal is to educate, not punish.

Telegram Measures Scale

Level	Measure	When	Duration
1	Informal warning	First minor incident	-
2	Formal warning	Recurrence or moderate incident	-
3	Temporary mute	Multiple recurrences	24h
4	Temporary mute	Recurrence after mute	7 days
5	Temporary mute	Ongoing problematic pattern	30 days
6	Ban	Severe infractions, unrecoverable cases	Permanent*

* Review possible after 6+ months

Mesh Network Measures Scale

Level	Measure	When	Duration
1	Educational contact	Unintentional improper use	-
2	Technical warning	Recurrence or moderate impact	-
3	Temporary block	Flooding after warning	7 days
4	Temporary block	Severe recurrence	30 days
5	Extended block	Systematic abuse pattern	90+ days
6	Permanent block	Deliberate attacks, extreme cases	Indefinite*

* With annual review

Common Offenses and Typical Measures

Offense	Severity	1st time	Repeat
Occasional inappropriate language	Low	Informal warning	Formal warning
Excessive off-topic chat	Low	Informal warning	Mute 24h
Excessive mesh testing	Low	Educational contact	Technical warning
Heated discussion	Moderate	Formal warning	Mute 24h-7d
Mesh flooding	Moderate	Technical warning	Block 7d
Direct insults	Severe	Mute 7d	Mute 30d or ban
Deliberate spam (mesh)	Severe	Block 7-30d	Block 30-90d
Illegal content	Very severe	Immediate ban	Permanent ban
Network sabotage	Very severe	Permanent block	Permanent block

This table is for guidance. Each case is evaluated individually.

Appeals and Right of Reply

You always have the right to explain your perspective

If you were subject to a measure, you can contest it. We value dialogue and fairness.

Types of Appeal

Clarification Appeal

To better understand the applied measure
Response in: up to 48 hours

Contestation Appeal

To formally contest the measure
Review in: up to 7 days

Review Appeal

To request a review after the period is served
Review in: up to 15 days

How to Submit an Appeal

Channel: Official email or direct message to a curator

Include:

Your clear identification
The measure you want to contest
Your arguments and evidence
What you want (cancellation, reduction, etc.)

The appeal is reviewed by curator(s) not involved in the original decision. The decision will be communicated with a clear justification.

Privacy and Personal Data

We respect your privacy and comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)

What data is collected?

Technical Data:

Node identifiers (ID, name)
Network usage metrics
Technical operation logs

Communication Data:

Public messages in community channels
Communications relevant for moderation

Curators do NOT have access to:

Private messages between users
Non-public personal data without justification
Precise locations (except if shared publicly)

Data Retention

Technical logs: maximum 90 days
Incident records: as long as necessary, with annual review
Blocks: while active + 12 months after unblocking

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion (right to be forgotten)
Data portability
Object to processing

To exercise these rights, contact us through the official email. We will respond within 30 days.

Emergency Situations

In emergencies, we act quickly

Network attacks, illegal content, or serious threats require immediate response. In these cases, a curator may act without prior validation, with peer review within 48h.

Technical Emergencies

Coordinated attacks (DDoS, mass flooding)
Critical infrastructure failures
Security compromise
Malware propagation

Social Emergencies

Threats of physical violence
Severe illegal content
Doxing or coordinated harassment
Risk to member safety
State of war

Core Values

Mutual Respect

Diversity and inclusion

Knowledge

Shared freely

Technology

A tool for connection

Community

Above all

Being a Curator Is...

Protect without controlling • Guide without imposing • Care without excluding

Mediate without taking sides • Serve the community with humility