Site Questions
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Does Side 7 have any content restrictions at all?
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Yes. Most of them involving common sense. Unfortunately, many people do not exercise common sense, so we had to make these restrictions into rules. You can find more information on the Site Rules page, and sexual content appendix.
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Will my artwork be distributed by Side 7 in any way?
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No. Aside from public display via the web, Side 7 does not directly nor indirectly distribute anyone's artwork with or without their permission. By uploading your artwork to Side 7, you are only granting Side 7 the right to allow the public to view your images on the web via our service.
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If I have a problem, how can I report it?
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If it is a general question or concern, you can contact us via our Contact Us page. Logged-in users can also direct-message staff members.
If it is a problem with another user or their content, please Report It.
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How can I stay informed about Side 7?
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Staying informed about what's going on with Side 7 is a great idea. It helps you stay up to date and lets you take full advantage of what Side 7 is offering. There are a number of ways to do this:
- Read the FAQ (this is updated occasionally)
- Read the headlines and news (Updated frequently)
- Read the rules (most important, but do not change frequently)
- Participate on the message board
- Participate in other Side 7 sanctioned activities
As you can see, there is a wealth of information on Side 7. Please take the time to keep yourself up to date.
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What is the Featured Artist on the front page?
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The Featured Artist (formerly Artist of the Day) programme helps to highlight a random artist each day.
The pool of eligible site members consists of site members who have earned or purchased Featured Artist Tokens. Each night at midnight UTC, the system automatically selects a random site member from this pool; there is no moderator or administrative involvement in the selection process.There are checks and balances in effect in the selection process. These serve to ensure the same person isn't chosen multiple times in a row, and that the longer someone is waiting to be chosen, the higher their chances are of being chosen.
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How do I obtain Featured Artist tokens?
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Tokens can be acquired in one of the following ways:
- Purchasing token packs from the Side 7 Store.
- Winning tokens in Side 7 contests.
- Being gifted with tokens by other site members.
- Other means as they are put into place.
Please note: Featured Artist tokens are not a physical object. They are virtual tokens that are tracked and managed by the site, and have no monetary value.
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What is the Museum page?
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The Museum page is a watch-list so that site members can quickly view the latest uploads by their favourite site members. Additionally, it gives our members a way to quickly link back to each other, encouraging more community involvement.
Site members may opt to prevent other members from adding them to their Museums.
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Does Side 7 allow adult content?
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For the most part, the answer is no. Side 7 allows artistic nudes, provided the image is rated properly.
For our members who are 18 and older, and who opt into the seeing such material, there is an Adults Only rating. This rating does allow for adult content.
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Which category receives the most exposure?
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None of them. They all receive equal exposure, unless a member customizes their site preferences to specifically filter a category.
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Why are M-rated submission thumbnails blocked?
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In an effort to preserve our family-friendly goals, submissions with an M, or Mature, rating or higher have their thumbnails blocked by default. This is done to prevent unsuspecting visitors from being exposed to material they might find objectionable or controversial. This default may be overridden or enhanced in the Display settings for members.
Mature submissions may still be accessed; you will be asked to confirm you wish to view the content before the page is loaded.