1. Be Respectful and Courteous

Treat all members with respect. Harassment, personal attacks, insults, name-calling, or hostile behavior will not be tolerated. Disagreements are fine—disrespect is not.

2. Follow Amateur Radio Laws and Regulations

Discussions must comply with applicable amateur radio regulations (FCC, Ofcom, CEPT, etc.). Do not encourage or promote illegal operation, unlicensed transmitting, or misuse of radio equipment.

3. Keep Content On Topic

Post in the correct category and stay relevant to the discussion. Off-topic posts may be moved or removed by moderators to keep the forum organized.

4. No Hate Speech or Discrimination

Content that includes hate speech, discrimination, or threats based on race, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability is strictly prohibited.

5. No Trolling, Flame Wars, or Baiting

Posts intended to provoke arguments, disrupt discussions, or inflame members will be removed. Repeated behavior may result in warnings or bans.

6. No Political or Religious Debates

Political and religious discussions are not allowed, except where directly related to amateur radio regulations or public service communications.

7. No Spam or Self-Promotion

Spam, affiliate links, excessive self-promotion, or unsolicited advertising is prohibited. Vendor posts require prior moderator approval.

8. Buy / Sell / Trade Rules (If Enabled)

• Only post items you own

• No commercial reselling

• Use accurate descriptions and photos

• The forum is not responsible for transactions

9. Protect Privacy and Personal Information

Do not post private information such as addresses, phone numbers, emails, or license details without consent.

10. Use Clear Language and Titles

Use descriptive thread titles and clear writing. Avoid excessive ALL CAPS, slang, or low-effort posts.

11. No Piracy or Copyright Violations

Do not post pirated software, copyrighted manuals, paid content, or license keys. Links to legal sources are allowed.

12. Safety First

Discussions involving RF exposure, electrical systems, towers, or power equipment must emphasize safety. Dangerous advice may be removed.

13. One Account Per Member

Multiple accounts (“sock puppets”) are not allowed and may result in permanent bans.

14. Respect Moderator Decisions

Moderator actions are final. If you disagree, contact the moderation team privately—do not argue moderation publicly.

15. Have Fun and Help Others

This forum exists to share knowledge, support learning, and enjoy amateur radio. Help others when you can.