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Community Management
Best practices for moderating, scaling, and running a healthy online community. Member roles, guidelines, conflict resolution, and operational workflows.
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How do I moderate a community?
Set clear community guidelines, assign trusted members as moderators, use the BuddyPress Moderation plugin to flag and review content, and respond to violations consistently.
Should I create community guidelines?
Yes. Published guidelines set expectations for behavior, reduce conflicts, and give moderators a framework for decisions. Share them during signup and pin them in visible areas.
How many moderators do I need?
One moderator per 200-500 active members is a good starting point. Begin with yourself and promote engaged, trusted members as the community grows.
How do I handle toxic members?
Start with a private warning referencing the specific guideline violated. If behavior continues, apply a temporary mute or suspension. Permanent bans should be the last resort.
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