Community Guidelines
Building a safe, respectful, and welcoming community for everyone
Our Commitment to You
SPRK is more than just a dating app—it's a community. We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone can connect authentically. These guidelines help ensure that everyone has a positive experience.
Be Authentic
Be yourself—genuine connections start with honesty
Stay Safe
Protect yourself and respect others' boundaries
Be Respectful
Treat everyone with kindness and dignity
Be Positive
Create uplifting, encouraging interactions
✅ DO:
- Treat everyone with respect and courtesy
- Use appropriate, friendly language
- Respect "no" and boundaries
- Be patient and understanding
- Celebrate diversity and differences
❌ DON'T:
- Use offensive, hateful, or discriminatory language
- Harass, bully, or intimidate others
- Make unwelcome sexual advances
- Body shame or make derogatory comments
- Be rude or dismissive
✅ DO:
- Use recent, clear photos of yourself
- Provide accurate age and information
- Be honest about your intentions
- Write a genuine, descriptive bio
- Get verified to build trust
❌ DON'T:
- Use fake, edited, or misleading photos
- Impersonate someone else
- Create multiple accounts
- Lie about your age or identity
- Use celebrity or stock photos
Online Safety
- Don't share personal information too quickly (phone number, address, workplace)
- Be cautious of requests for money or financial help
- Report suspicious behavior immediately
- Trust your instincts—if something feels off, it probably is
Meeting in Person
- Meet in public places for first dates
- Tell a friend where you're going
- Arrange your own transportation
- Stay sober and aware of your surroundings
- Have a safety plan and exit strategy
The following will result in immediate ban:
- Nudity or Sexual Content: No explicit photos, videos, or messages
- Hate Speech: No racist, sexist, homophobic, or discriminatory content
- Violence: No threats, promotion of violence, or harmful behavior
- Scams & Fraud: No soliciting money, promoting schemes, or catfishing
- Illegal Activity: No drugs, weapons, or anything illegal
- Spam: No promotional content or unsolicited advertising
- Minors: Anyone under 18 is strictly prohibited
- Privacy Violations: No sharing others' private information
Tips for Great Conversations
- Start with a genuine compliment or question
- Be responsive and engage meaningfully
- Respect if someone isn't interested
- Use games and ice breakers to connect
- Keep conversations appropriate and friendly
Red Flags to Avoid
- Overly sexual or inappropriate messages
- Copy-paste generic messages
- Aggressive or pushy behavior
- Ignoring boundaries or "no" responses
How to Report
If you encounter a violation:
- Tap the flag icon on any profile or message
- Select the violation type
- Provide details and evidence (screenshots help)
- Our safety team reviews within 24 hours
What Happens Next
Depending on severity, we may:
- Issue a warning
- Temporarily suspend the account
- Permanently ban the user
- Report to law enforcement (serious cases)
Your reports are anonymous and confidential. We take every report seriously and investigate thoroughly.
Verified users are trusted members of our community. Getting verified:
- Shows you're a real person
- Increases your visibility and matches
- Builds trust with potential matches
- Helps keep the community safe
Get verified today through photo verification, ID verification, or Face ID!
We take violations seriously. Depending on the offense:
- First Offense (minor): Warning and content removal
- Repeat Offenses: Temporary suspension (3-30 days)
- Serious Violations: Immediate permanent ban
- Criminal Activity: Report to authorities + permanent ban
Bans are final and irreversible. Create a new account after being banned and you'll be permanently blocked from the platform.
Questions or Concerns?
Our safety team is here to help keep SPRK a positive place for everyone.
Safety Team: safety@trysprk.com
Support: Contact Form
Emergency: Call 911 or your local emergency services