Netiquette – Social Media

Name of code

Netiquette - Social Media

Originator of code

Caritas Austria

Country

Austria

Original language

German

Year of creation

N/A

Type of code

Media users

Main frame of accountability

Public

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The Austrian section of the international non-profit organisation Caritas encourages an open discussion on their social media channels, valuing both supporters and critics. The legally non-binding “Netiquette” includes guidelines like staying respectful, following the law and verifying information before sharing. It emphasizes the importance of checking sources, staying on topic, respecting privacy and copyright, avoiding advertising, and encouraging interaction. Users who violate these guidelines may be excluded.

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