Dear SpicyChat Community,

We hope this message finds you well. As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a platform that reflects our shared values and the standards of our partners, we are implementing important updates to our content guidelines.

What's Changing?

Effective immediately, we are revising our content guidelines, particularly concerning step-family and extended family scenarios. This decision aligns with our platform's core values and the policies of our partners, including Patreon.

Key Changes:

Family Content: Content depicting step-family and extended family scenarios in a sexualized context will no longer be permitted. This change is consistent with Patreon's guidelines and our dedication to fostering a community that respects diverse perspectives.

Content Review and Removal: We are thoroughly reviewing all existing content. Any material that doesn't meet the new guidelines will be removed. Additionally, we are refining our moderation processes to ensure that future submissions are in line with these updates.

Why This Change?

In our ongoing mission to foster a platform that champions freedom of expression and stands against censorship, we find ourselves at a challenging crossroads. In compliance with Patreon's specific content policies, we are compelled to update our guidelines regarding familial depictions.

Patreon’s policy defines incest as any sexual activity between family members or relatives. This broad definition extends beyond direct blood relations to include extended family members, such as stepfamily relations, regardless of their legal status. As a result, content portraying characters in a sexualized context while referring to each other as step-siblings, step-parents, or any similar familial terms, will now be categorized as incestuous under these guidelines.

We recognize that this adjustment may feel like a step backwards in our vision to resist undue censorship. However, maintaining our partnership with vital payment providers like Patreon is essential for the operation and sustainability of SpicyChat. This collaboration ensures our platform's stability and our ability to continue serving our community.

These updates, though challenging, are necessary to uphold the integrity of SpicyChat and the trust you place in us. We remain committed to offering a space where creativity and expression can flourish, balanced with the responsibility of respecting the diverse perspectives and standards of our entire community. In navigating these complex waters, we seek to strike a balance between our core values and the practical necessities that ensure our platform's existence and growth.

What This Means for Creators and Users:

Creators: Review your content for compliance with the updated guidelines. Any non-compliant content will need modification or removal.

Users: You may notice some changes in the content offered. Your understanding and support are appreciated as we implement these updates.

Share Your Thoughts with Us

Your feedback is crucial, especially during such transitions. We invite you to share your thoughts on these changes by participating in a brief survey. Your input will greatly assist us in assessing the impact of these updates and in guiding our future direction.

Please take a moment to fill out the survey here.

If you have questions or need help understanding the new guidelines, our support team is here to assist. Contact us here.

Your continued participation and contribution to the SpicyChat community are invaluable. Your creativity and engagement are what make our platform unique and successful. As we move through these changes, your perspectives and insights will help shape SpicyChat's future.

Thank you for being a key part of our journey. We are eager to continue growing and evolving with your support.