Restricted Topics

Web Mentorz does not permit publication of course(s) in some specific topic areas, or may permit the publication of the same only under certain  conditions. Subject matter may be excluded due to concerns that it is considered either harmful or offensive to students, or because it is otherwise inconsistent with the values and spirit of Web Mentorz or in violation of the laws prevalent in India.

We recommend that you reach out to the Trust & Safety team before building a course(s) on any of the following topics to ensure it will be eligible for publication. Please include as much detail as possible. 

It is the Instructor(s)/Institute’s responsibility to ensure their course(s) follows the letter and the spirit of the policy when submitting to the Quality Review Process. While the Trust & Safety Team will guide Instructor(s)/Institute(s) around smaller fixes, extensive coaching on how to build or update a course which is not available.

Restricted topics

Sexuality

Sexually explicit content or content with implied sexual activity is not permitted. 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

Examples that are allowed:

• Safe sex course(s)
• Consent and communication

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 allowed:

• Fine art and figure drawing
• Anatomical illustrations
• Medical footage or demonstrations

Examples that are not allowed:

• Boudoir photography
• Naked yoga
• Body art

Dating and relationships

Content on attraction, flirtation, courtship, etc. are not allowed. Any other course(s) on long-term relationships must be in accordance with all Web Mentorz policies, including those involving Sexuality and Discriminatory Language.

Examples that are allowed:

• Marital counselling
• General discussions of intimacy within a course(s) focused on strengthening overall relationship

Examples that are not allowed:

• Stereotyping on gender roles 

Weapons instruction

Content providing instruction in the making, handling, or usage of firearms or air guns is not permitted. All other course(s) providing weapons instruction must otherwise adhere to all Web Mentorz policy, including Violence and Bodily Harm.

Examples that are allowed:

• How to disarm an attacker

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 course(s) encouraging disproportionate aggression

Examples that are allowed:

• Martial arts course(s)
• Recovery programs for substance abuse

Animal cruelty

Treatment of animals such as pets, livestock, game, etc. must be in accordance with the recommendations of relevant animal welfare organizations.

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.

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.

Examples that are not allowed:

• Course(s) on cannabis use
• Directions on cracking software access
• Instruction in doxxing or other forms of harassment

Examples that are allowed:

• Instruction on how to find coupons or cheat codes

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

Sensitive or otherwise inappropriate topics or language

As a pan India 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(s) materials treat that subject with care. Avoid language and imagery which is inflammatory, offensive or otherwise insensitive.

Content for young people

Web Mentorz is also set up to support underage learners. However, persons under the age of consent may not use the services. Those under 18 but above the age of consent may use the services only if a parent or guardian opens their account, handles any enrollments, and manages their account usage. 

As such, please ensure any subject matter oriented towards young students is clearly marketed to parents and guardians who will be supervising their learning. See Section 1 of Web Mentorz’s Terms of Use (change with ours) to learn more.  

How to report abuse

We reserve the right to add to and modify this list at any time. If you see a topic that you believe should not be on the platform, raise it for review by clicking sending an email to policy@webmentorz.complatformwith the subject line “Inappropriate Content – Course Title”.