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Last updated: January 31, 2026

Table of Contents

1. Introduction2. Respect and Kindness3. Academic Integrity4. Privacy and Consent5. Appropriate Content6. Prohibited Behavior7. Reporting Violations8. Consequences

1. Introduction

Research Matrimony is a community of serious researchers, PhD scholars, and academic professionals seeking meaningful relationships. Our guidelines ensure everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.

These guidelines apply to all interactions on our platform, including profiles, messages, comments, and public discussions. By using Research Matrimony, you agree to follow these standards.

Our Promise

We are committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive environment where academic professionals can connect authentically and build meaningful relationships.

2. Respect and Kindness

Treat everyone with the same respect and consideration you would show colleagues at an academic conference.

Do:

  • Be polite and professional in all communications
  • Respect different cultural backgrounds and perspectives
  • Give others the benefit of the doubt
  • Offer constructive feedback when appropriate
  • Celebrate academic achievements and milestones

Don't:

  • Use offensive language or slurs
  • Make assumptions about others based on stereotypes
  • Engage in personal attacks or name-calling
  • Harass or intimidate other users
  • Spam or send unsolicited messages

3. Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is the foundation of our community. All members must represent their credentials and work accurately.

Required:

  • Accurate representation of academic qualifications
  • Honest description of research interests and experience
  • Proper attribution of work and ideas
  • Respect for intellectual property rights
  • Ethical conduct in all academic discussions

Verification Encouraged

While optional, we strongly encourage connecting your Google Scholar, ORCID, or ResearchGate profiles to build trust and verify your academic credentials.

4. Privacy and Consent

Respect for privacy is fundamental to our platform. Always honor other users' boundaries and privacy settings.

Privacy Guidelines:

  • Respect privacy settings and visibility preferences
  • Do not share personal information without consent
  • Honor requests to stop communication
  • Protect sensitive academic or personal information
  • Report privacy violations immediately

5. Appropriate Content

All content should be appropriate for a professional academic environment and suitable for serious relationship building.

Welcome:

  • Professional profile photos and academic headshots
  • Discussions of research interests and academic goals
  • Sharing of publications and conference experiences
  • Respectful conversations about career and life aspirations
  • Academic humor and light-hearted content

Not Welcome:

  • Explicit or suggestive content
  • Political or religious proselytizing
  • Commercial advertising or solicitation
  • Misleading or false information
  • Content that violates intellectual property rights

6. Prohibited Behavior

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited and may result in immediate account suspension or termination.

Harassment & Abuse

  • • Stalking or persistent unwanted contact
  • • Threats or intimidation
  • • Discrimination based on protected characteristics
  • • Revenge porn or non-consensual sharing

Fraud & Misrepresentation

  • • Fake academic credentials
  • • Impersonation of others
  • • Catfishing or deceptive profiles
  • • Financial scams or solicitation

Spam & Disruption

  • • Unsolicited bulk messaging
  • • Disruptive or off-topic content
  • • Platform manipulation or exploits
  • • Creating multiple fake accounts

Safety Violations

  • • Sharing contact info against privacy settings
  • • Encouraging rule violations
  • • Endangering platform security
  • • Illegal activities or content

7. Reporting Violations

If you encounter behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it immediately so we can maintain a safe community.

How to Report:

  • Use the report button on profiles, messages, or content
  • Contact our moderation team at safety@researchmatrimony.com
  • Include specific details about the violation
  • Provide screenshots or message history when possible
  • Reports are handled confidentially and promptly

Safe Reporting

You can report violations anonymously if you prefer. We take all reports seriously and investigate each one thoroughly.

8. Consequences

Violations of these guidelines may result in various consequences depending on severity and frequency.

Warning System:

  • First violation: Warning and temporary restrictions
  • Second violation: Account suspension for 30 days
  • Third violation: Permanent account termination
  • Severe violations: Immediate permanent ban

Appeals:

Users may appeal moderation decisions by contacting our team within 14 days of the action. We review appeals carefully and may reverse decisions when appropriate.