Restricted Topics were last updated on May 8, 2024.
qLearnify does not approve content in some
topic areas, or may publish only in limited circumstances. Subject matter may
be excluded due to concerns that it is considered either inappropriate,
harmful, or offensive to learners, or because it is otherwise inconsistent with
the values and spirit of qLearnify.
While
instructors have production and editorial independence over their courses, it
is also their responsibility to ensure their courses follow the letter and the
spirit of our policy, including our content quality values and standards, when
submitting to the Quality Review Process.
We
recommend that you reach out to the Trust & Safety team before building content relating
to any of the following topics. Please include as much detail as
possible.
It
is the instructor’s responsibility to ensure their course follows the letter
and the spirit of the policy when submitting to the Quality Review Process.
While the Trust & Safety Team will guide instructors around smaller fixes,
extensive coaching on how to build or update a course is not
available.
Please
bear in mind that while a course might be permissible in the qLearnify
marketplace, business customers might be more sensitive to certain topics &
presentations. If you wish for your course to be eligible for admission to qLearnify
Business, please ensure that all content and presentation is appropriate for a
professional audience.
1. Restricted topics
1.1
Sexuality
Sexually explicit content or
content with implied sexual activity is not permitted. We will also not publish
courses providing instruction on sexual performance or technique. Content
around reproductive health and intimate relationships must be free of explicit
or suggestive content. See also: Nudity and Attire.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Instruction
on seduction, sexual techniques, or performance
- Discussion
of sex toys
1.2
Nudity and attire
Nudity is permitted only when
essential to learning within an artistic, medical, or academic context. Attire
should be appropriate to the subject area of instruction, without unnecessary
emphasis on exposed body parts.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Boudoir
photography
- Naked
yoga
- Body
art
1.2
Dating and relationships
Content on attraction, flirtation,
courtship, etc. are not allowed. Any other courses on long-term relationships
must be in accordance with all qLearnify policies, including those involving
Sexuality and Discriminatory Language.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Stereotyping
on gender roles
- Seduction
techniques
1.3
Weapons instruction
Content providing instruction in
the making, handling, or usage of firearms or air guns is not permitted.
1.4
Violence and bodily harm
Dangerous activities or behavior
likely to impact health or result in injury cannot be shown. Glorification or
promotion of violence will not be tolerated.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Self
harm
- Substance
Abuse
- Unhealthy
weight management practices
- Extreme
body modification
- Combat
courses encouraging disproportionate aggression
1.5
Discriminatory language or ideas
Content or conduct fostering
discriminatory attitudes on the basis of a group characteristic such as race,
religion, nationality, disability, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation
will not be tolerated on the platform.
1.6
Illegal or unethical activities
Content must be in accordance with
any applicable national law. Activities which are illegal in many jurisdictions
may also be disallowed, even if permitted within the uploader’s country of
residence.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Courses
relating to cannabis
- Directions
on cracking software access or non-ethical hacking
- Dark
web exploration (unless clear emphasis is how it can be used in
investigations by security professionals)
1.7
Misinformation and misleading content
Instruction which is intentionally
misleading or that promotes ideas in opposition to the consensus in scientific,
medical, or academic communities should not be posted.
Examples that are not allowed:
- Vaccine
hesitancy
- Fringe
theories
- Money
manifestation
1.8
Sensitive or otherwise inappropriate topics or language
As a global learning platform with
learners ranging from casual hobbyists to professional enterprise customers, we
must take into consideration many sensitivities when evaluating
content. We will examine not only the kind of topic under discussion, but
also how those topics are presented. When providing instruction on a sensitive
subject area, ensure that all associated course materials treat that subject
with care. Avoid language and imagery which is inflammatory, offensive or
otherwise insensitive.
How
to report abuse
We reserve the right to add to and
modify this list at any time. If you see content that you believe should not be
on the platform, please flag the content through the Report
Abuse feature.