Simple rules that keep every spot-chat a welcoming place.
KiteSpot chats exist so riders can share conditions, ask questions and connect at the same spot. To keep this space useful and friendly, we expect all users to follow the guidelines below.
These guidelines apply to everything you send in any spot chat. Violations may result in a temporary chat block, with the duration increasing for each subsequent violation.
Do not target, intimidate, or repeatedly provoke other users. This includes personal attacks, name-calling, bullying, or any behaviour designed to make someone feel unwelcome or unsafe. Disagreements about conditions or gear are fine — hostility toward people is not.
Do not make threats of any kind — direct, indirect, or implied — against any person or group. Do not share content that glorifies, promotes, or celebrates real-world violence. Jokes framed as threats are still treated as threats.
Do not post content that degrades or attacks individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Slurs, dehumanising language, and discriminatory "jokes" fall under this rule.
KiteSpot is used by people of all ages and backgrounds. Avoid excessive profanity, sexually explicit content, or language that is gratuitously offensive. A good rule of thumb: if you wouldn't say it to a stranger at the beach, don't say it in the chat.
Do not flood the chat with repeated messages, irrelevant links, promotional content, or automated messages. Each spot chat should stay focused on useful, real-time information about that location — wind, waves, access, safety, and anything else riders actually need.
Do not share links to phishing pages, malware, scams, or any site designed to deceive or harm users. Only share links that are genuinely relevant and trustworthy. KiteSpot is not responsible for external content, but we will remove links reported as harmful.
Spot chats are tied to a specific location. Keep your messages relevant to that spot — current conditions, access tips, local hazards, gear recommendations for the area, and similar topics. Off-topic conversations are better suited to other channels.
Do not share other people's personal information — real name, phone number, home address, photos, or any other identifying details — without their explicit consent. This applies even if the information seems publicly available elsewhere.
Do not impersonate other users, public figures, or KiteSpot staff. Creating a false impression of who you are in order to deceive others is not permitted.
Each violation results in a chat block. The block duration increases with every subsequent violation in that spot's chat. You will receive an email when your block ends.
If you see a message that violates these guidelines, press and hold the message to bring up the report option. You can report it as Inappropriate Language, Spam, Harassment, Hate Speech, or Violence or Threats. Our moderation team reviews every report. False or malicious reports are also subject to enforcement action.