Name of code
krone.at netiquette community guidelines [krone.at Netiquette Community-Richtlinien]
Originator of code
Kronen Zeitung and krone.at
Country
Austria
Original language
German
Year of creation
2021
Type of code
Media users
Main frame of accountability
Market
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
Yes
The Kronen Zeitung “Netiquette and Community Guidelines” should enable an exchange of opinions while ensuring the quality of the discussions. Directly at the beginning, Article 13, StGG – “Freedom of Expression” is quoted in the non-mandatory online document of the Austrian daily tabloid newspaper. While respectful and friendly interaction, tolerance and acceptance are encouraged; provocation, “trolling”, fake news, legal violations and spam are not welcome. This document also explains the AI-supported moderation and consequences of non-compliance, such as banning.
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