Ask HN: How necessary is a TOS?

Re:Ask HN: How necessary is a TOS? by curej on Wednesday February 18, 2009 @02:33PM (#486150)

I was just going to make up the rules as I go along. I expect my users to exercise normal standards of good behavior or else incur my inevitable wrath :)

Besides, how am I supposed to figure out all the rules at the beginning. I don't know what direction the site is going to take even a month from now?

I understand your point but I'm afraid it requires me to make decisions about things before the paint is dry.

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Re:Ask HN: How necessary is a TOS? by RiderOfGiraffes on Wednesday February 18, 2009 @02:48PM (#486174)

Not at all - I'm saying not to make up rules at all. Watch the behavior, and if you think something is inappropriate, say so. Then if it continues, say so again, and take action.

The TOS should be something like:

    It's impossible to say clearly exactly what is and
    is not appropriate behavior.  Be nice, play nice,
    and don't be evil.  If I think you're behaving
    badly I'll tell you.  If you keep doing so you'll
    be barred.

    I intend to be fair and just.
    My decision is final.

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