Community Guidelines

Community Norms

• HobbyMate is not a dating app. Romantic or sexual messaging toward other members is strictly prohibited.
• Be respectful. Treat every member with kindness and courtesy, whether you agree with them or not.
• Zero tolerance for hate speech. Content that demeans people based on race, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic is not allowed.
• Be genuine. Use your real identity and represent your skills honestly. Fake profiles undermine the trust our community is built on. A "Verified" badge means our team manually reviewed a photo ID and a selfie — it's a helpful signal, not a guarantee of someone's character or intentions.
• No explicit content. Sexually explicit or graphic material is prohibited in profiles, messages, and listings.

Prohibited Content and Conduct

• Violence, threats, or harassment of any kind toward other members.
• Sexual content of any nature, including suggestive imagery or language.
• Any content involving minors in an inappropriate or exploitative context.
• Promotion of illegal activities, substances, or services.
• Fraud, scams, or impersonation of other individuals or organisations.
• Unsolicited commercial messages or spam.
• Content designed to harm, deceive, or manipulate other users.
• Sharing personal information of others without their consent (doxxing).
• Attempting to manipulate the platform, reviews, or rankings artificially.

Profiles

• Use a real, clear photo of yourself — no avatars, logos, or group shots as your main photo.
• You must be at least 18 years old to use HobbyMate.
• Do not share another person's contact details or private information in your profile.
• Your name should reflect who you actually are.

HobbyMate Exchanges

• Meet in public, well-lit locations — especially for first sessions.
• Only arrange exchanges that are legal and safe for both parties.
• Accurately describe your skill level and what you're offering or seeking.
• Respect cancellation — notify your partner as early as possible if plans change.
• HobbyMate is not liable for disputes arising from off-platform agreements.
• Never pressure another member into an exchange they're not comfortable with.
• Report any behaviour that makes you feel unsafe immediately.
• Take responsibility for your own safety — trust your instincts.

Blocking and Reporting

If you're in immediate danger, call 000 first. You can block any user directly from their profile — this stops them from messaging you or sending you a mate request going forward. It doesn't retroactively hide anything outside the app, so if you've shared contact details elsewhere, you may need to take action there too. To report a violation of these guidelines, use the report button on any profile, or get in touch with us directly. Our team reviews all reports and takes appropriate action, which may include permanent removal.