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== VRChat Wiki Rules and Guidelines == | |||
Welcome to the official knowledgebase for VRChat! Publishing content is subject to the [[Terms of Service]] and [[Community Guidelines]], in addition to VRChat’s other policies and the Wiki. VRChat’s Wiki is overseen by a group of [[VRCWiki:Roles|volunteer maintainers and organizers]] appointed by VRChat, Inc. | |||
Follow these rules and guidelines to keep the Wiki scholarly, professional, and reader-friendly. Keep them in mind when contributing to an article or page. Any questions or concerns regarding VRChat Wiki's guidelines can be directed to either [[VRCWiki talk:Guidelines|the discussion page]] for this article, or VRChat Wiki's [[Discord servers#VRChat Wiki|Discord]] server. | |||
== Type of permitted content == | == Type of permitted content == | ||
All edits should follow a [[VRCWiki:Neutral point of view|neutral point of view]] (NPOV) and adhere to the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]] (MOS). If you are directly involved in creating, developing, or managing (primary source) the content of an article, you are prohibited from editing it. For more information, see VRChat Wiki’s [[VRCWiki:Conflicts of interest|Conflict of Interest]] (COI) policy. | |||
VRChat is a platform for users | VRChat is a platform for users aged thirteen and older. '''All content must be age-appropriate. Refrain from inappropriate or sexually suggestive language.''' | ||
The following types of content are permitted | The following types of content are permitted on this Wiki: | ||
== Official pages == | |||
'''Official pages''' are curated by the VRChat Wiki team and contain information about official VRChat worlds, features, and other topics provided by the base platform. Users can suggest edits, but a Maintainer must approve them after publishing. Any user can freely start or discuss topics on the article’s "Talk" page. | |||
These official pages will contain a ''noticebox'' at the top, like: | |||
{{Noticebox/Official}} | {{Noticebox/Official}} | ||
Official VRChat articles | Official VRChat articles include information and citations, such as: | ||
* Patch notes | |||
* Feature documentation | |||
* "User manual" information (controls, system requirements, UI, and menu layout) | |||
Information on official pages is as accurate as possible at the time of the last edit; if an article has outdated or missing information, please make an edit. After submitting an edit an official page, your edit will likely require approval before changes are visible. | |||
=== Community pages === | === Community pages === | ||
Community articles | '''Community pages''' can be created and edited by any user. These articles summarize VRChat's community content. You can start by searching for a community article in the Search Bar with ''Community:'' followed by a subject. If it does not yet have a page, and the content meets [[VRCWiki:Notability|notability criteria]], you can create it! | ||
Community articles have a noticebox at the top, like: | |||
{{Noticebox/Community}} | {{Noticebox/Community}} | ||
Add this noticebox by typing: <nowiki>{{Noticebox/Community}}</nowiki>. | |||
==== Guides ==== | ==== Guides ==== | ||
'''Guides''' are informative articles | |||
'''Guides''' are informative articles that help users learn about a subject, or perform a task step by step. Guides are pages that include ''Guides:'' within the name, and also includes <nowiki>[[Category:Guide]]</nowiki> in the source code. | |||
=== Files === | === Files === | ||
'''Files''' are images that can be added to a page to enhance an article visually. Any user can upload files at [[Special:Upload]]. The VRChat Wiki team must approve images before they are added. It is generally best practice to upload images in .webp format. | |||
Try to remove or blur usernames or [[Special:MyLanguage/Groups|groups]] from images when possible. Do not include any sensitive, inappropriate, or sexually suggestive content. | |||
== Verification == | == Verification == | ||
When relevant, | Information on VRChat Wiki should be accurate, and avoid misleading readers. Cite any external information, or use Wikipedia links to direct readers to relevant information. | ||
When relevant, link to the {{VRC link|https://creators.vrchat.com|VRChat Creator Documentation}} or to [https://docs.unity.com Unity Documentation]. | |||
==== Unreleased content ==== | |||
{{Noticebox/unreleased}} | {{Noticebox/unreleased}} | ||
Information | |||
Information about upcoming features or functionality should not be documented if it is based on rumors, or speculation. If a feature or function has been documented officially by VRChat (for example, on a [[Special:MyLanguage/Developer Update|developer update]]), should be cited as a source. If content exists within the [[VRChat API]], or localization tools, such as Crowdin, content such as this can likely be placed on the [[Community:Leaks]] page. | |||
== Discussion pages == | == Discussion pages == | ||
Discussion pages, | Discussion pages, also called "talk pages", are available in the Discussion section of an article. Include a heading for the topic, followed by your content. End your post with four tildes: <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> | ||
These four tildes sign your post like: -[[Special:MyLanguage/User:Screenname|Your name]] ([[Special:MyLanguage/User talk:Your name|talk]]) HH:MM, DD Month Year (UTC) | |||
== Personal conduct, and disputes == | == Personal conduct, and disputes == | ||
Back-and-forth edits | Back-and-forth edits and reversions may result from disagreements over changes, leading to repeated reversals in a short period. | ||
Disputes may | Disputes may occur. However, VRChat Wiki, like other knowledgebases, must remain civil. To prevent conflict, use clear edit summaries and seek a neutral resolution on an article’s discussion page. | ||
Alternatively, | Alternatively, discuss a compromise on a user page. Do not harass or act uncivil anywhere on the Wiki, including discussion pages. Refrain from altering disputed sections until an agreement is reached. Assume good faith, as most contributors want to improve the Wiki but may have different perspectives. | ||
''For further information on conduct, see also:'' | ''For further information on conduct, see also:'' | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[VRCWiki:Contributor hub|Contributor hub]] | * [[VRCWiki:Contributor hub|Contributor hub]] | ||
* [[VRCWiki:How to Contribute|How to Contribute]] | * [[VRCWiki:How to Contribute|How to Contribute]] | ||
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[[Category:VRCWiki policies]] | [[Category:VRCWiki policies]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:15, 12 April 2025
VRChat Wiki Rules and Guidelines
Welcome to the official knowledgebase for VRChat! Publishing content is subject to the Terms of Service and Community Guidelines, in addition to VRChat’s other policies and the Wiki. VRChat’s Wiki is overseen by a group of volunteer maintainers and organizers appointed by VRChat, Inc.
Follow these rules and guidelines to keep the Wiki scholarly, professional, and reader-friendly. Keep them in mind when contributing to an article or page. Any questions or concerns regarding VRChat Wiki's guidelines can be directed to either the discussion page for this article, or VRChat Wiki's Discord server.
Type of permitted content
All edits should follow a neutral point of view (NPOV) and adhere to the Manual of Style (MOS). If you are directly involved in creating, developing, or managing (primary source) the content of an article, you are prohibited from editing it. For more information, see VRChat Wiki’s Conflict of Interest (COI) policy.
VRChat is a platform for users aged thirteen and older. All content must be age-appropriate. Refrain from inappropriate or sexually suggestive language.
The following types of content are permitted on this Wiki:
Official pages
Official pages are curated by the VRChat Wiki team and contain information about official VRChat worlds, features, and other topics provided by the base platform. Users can suggest edits, but a Maintainer must approve them after publishing. Any user can freely start or discuss topics on the article’s "Talk" page.
These official pages will contain a noticebox at the top, like:
Official VRChat articles include information and citations, such as:
- Patch notes
- Feature documentation
- "User manual" information (controls, system requirements, UI, and menu layout)
Information on official pages is as accurate as possible at the time of the last edit; if an article has outdated or missing information, please make an edit. After submitting an edit an official page, your edit will likely require approval before changes are visible.
Community pages
Community pages can be created and edited by any user. These articles summarize VRChat's community content. You can start by searching for a community article in the Search Bar with Community: followed by a subject. If it does not yet have a page, and the content meets notability criteria, you can create it!
Community articles have a noticebox at the top, like:
Add this noticebox by typing: {{Noticebox/Community}}.
Guides
Guides are informative articles that help users learn about a subject, or perform a task step by step. Guides are pages that include Guides: within the name, and also includes [[Category:Guide]] in the source code.
Files
Files are images that can be added to a page to enhance an article visually. Any user can upload files at Special:Upload. The VRChat Wiki team must approve images before they are added. It is generally best practice to upload images in .webp format.
Try to remove or blur usernames or groups from images when possible. Do not include any sensitive, inappropriate, or sexually suggestive content.
Verification
Information on VRChat Wiki should be accurate, and avoid misleading readers. Cite any external information, or use Wikipedia links to direct readers to relevant information.
When relevant, link to the 
VRChat Creator Documentation or to Unity Documentation.
Unreleased content
Information about upcoming features or functionality should not be documented if it is based on rumors, or speculation. If a feature or function has been documented officially by VRChat (for example, on a developer update), should be cited as a source. If content exists within the VRChat API, or localization tools, such as Crowdin, content such as this can likely be placed on the Community:Leaks page.
Discussion pages
Discussion pages, also called "talk pages", are available in the Discussion section of an article. Include a heading for the topic, followed by your content. End your post with four tildes: ~~~~
These four tildes sign your post like: -Your name (talk) HH:MM, DD Month Year (UTC)
Personal conduct, and disputes
Back-and-forth edits and reversions may result from disagreements over changes, leading to repeated reversals in a short period.
Disputes may occur. However, VRChat Wiki, like other knowledgebases, must remain civil. To prevent conflict, use clear edit summaries and seek a neutral resolution on an article’s discussion page.
Alternatively, discuss a compromise on a user page. Do not harass or act uncivil anywhere on the Wiki, including discussion pages. Refrain from altering disputed sections until an agreement is reached. Assume good faith, as most contributors want to improve the Wiki but may have different perspectives.
For further information on conduct, see also:
