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--- sharebay_guidelines [2022/09/03 21:14] – jusr
+++ sharebay_guidelines [2022/12/13 16:20] (current) – [The Two-Level Badge System] jusr
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 ==== Free to use and privacy respecting ====
-{{:flying-dove2.png?120 |}}
-Sharebay doesn't run paid advertising on-site and doesn't follow you with trackers or sell your information, there’s no catch—just a community of thoughtful people who believe that sharing goods and services is good for you, and good for the world.
+{{:flying-dove2.png?120  }}Sharebay doesn't run paid advertising on-site and doesn't follow you with trackers or sell your information, there’s no catch—just a community of thoughtful people who believe that sharing goods and services is good for you, and good for the world.
 How Sharebay is good for the world:
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   * Meet like-minded people in your area
   * Help organise meetups, find friends, and more with the map and member searching system
-  * Support an Open Access Economy. Find out more [[start|here]].
+  * Support an Open Access Economy. Find out more [[:start|here]].
 ==== Getting started ====
-{{ :rocket.png?140|}}
-To get started, just [[https://www.sharebay.org/join|create your account]], make [[https://www.sharebay.org/post|an offer]] listing, and start sharing free goods and services with other members.
+{{  :rocket.png?140}}To get started, just [[https://www.sharebay.org/join|create your account]], make [[https://www.sharebay.org/post|an offer]] listing, and start sharing free goods and services with other members.
 For best results, add as much information about yourself as you can, so Sharebay can better match you with things you might be interested in.
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 If you’re not sure what to offer, check out Sharebay's [[https://www.sharebay.org/page?id=templates|listing templates]] for some commonly offered items and services.
+<code>
-   † You may post offers that promote a paid product as long as the item on offer is fully free. Listings that promote free and open-source projects (FOSS) may be permitted if an item offered in the listing is paid, but Sharebay cannot guarantee other members will approve of your listing.
+ † You may post offers that promote a paid product as long as the item on offer is fully free. Listings that promote free and open-source projects (FOSS) may be permitted if an item offered in the listing is paid, but Sharebay cannot guarantee other members will approve of your listing.
-   * Offers that do meet these criteria will be removed, and members may be banned from the site.
+ * Offers that do meet these criteria will be removed, and members may be banned from the site.
+</code>
 ==== Posting a listing ====
-Sharebay provides numerous ways to post a listing. If you need to post something quickly, you can use the two buttons at the top of the main listing feed: 'I can offer...' for making a quick offer or 'I'm looking for...' for making a quick request. You can also use the + button shortcut at the bottom right corner of the feed to make a quick offer.
+Sharebay provides numerous ways to post a listing. If you need to post something quickly, you can use the two buttons at the top of the main listing feed: 'I can offer…' for making a quick offer or 'I'm looking for…' for making a quick request. You can also use the + button shortcut at the bottom right corner of the feed to make a quick offer.
 As you're typing out your listing description, Sharebay will attempt to match what you type to an appropriate category for your listing automatically. If it fails to do so, click/tap 'Select a category' to select a category manually.
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 Note: Transactions are handled privately via the message inbox. Commenting on member listings or profiles alone does not engage Sharebay’s transaction system, and will not result in a recorded transaction. Not all responses to listings engage Sharebay’s transaction system. See [[https://openaccesseconomy.org/doku.php?id=sharebay_guidelines#the_transaction_record|The Transaction Record]].
+==== Managing your listings ====
-==== Managing your listings ====
+{{:box-gc506f747d_640.png?210  }}Similar to an inventory system, Sharebay shows what quantity of a listing you currently have, and what quantity you have remaining after a completed transaction.
-{{:box-gc506f747d_640.png?210 |}}
-Similar to an inventory system, Sharebay shows what quantity of a listing you currently have, and what quantity you have remaining after a completed transaction.
 When a transaction for a listing is completed, Sharebay will deduct the quantity of a listing by the requested amount. If the quantity of a listing drops to zero, Sharebay will remove the listing automatically.
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 ==== Performing searches ====
-Sharebay users can use Sharebay’s search feature to search by description and category. You can filter searches by latest, most relevant, most popular, or nearest to where you have your member location set. You can change your member location in your [[https://www.sharebay.org/edit | Edit Profile & Settings]] page.
+Sharebay users can use Sharebay’s search feature to search by description and category. You can filter searches by latest, most relevant, most popular, or nearest to where you have your member location set. You can change your member location in your [[https://www.sharebay.org/edit|Edit Profile & Settings]] page.
 Note: A search left blank will display all listings or members corresponding to the category and filter options selected. Searching with the default 'All listings' selected will only show listings, not members. Member searches are only accessible to members.
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 Green box icons represent a physical item offer. Red box icons represent an item request.
 Green tool icons represent a service offer. Red tool icons represent a service or skill request.
 Orange icons represent member locations.
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 These badge levels are as follows:
-{{::shield-silver.png?30|}} Active Contributor (has given at least once)
+{{:shield-silver.png?30}} Active Contributor (has given at least once)
-{{::shield-gold.png?30|}} Prolific Contributor (has given to at least three other members)
+{{:shield-gold.png?30}} Prolific Contributor (has given to at least three other members)
 No badge denotes a member who hasn’t yet completed an offer.
 The Badge System works alongside your Trust Score in your profile. Trust scores are calculated based on the total number of offers and completed transactions a member has made using this simple point system:
+<code>
 point for every offer listed *
 points for every offer completed
-Higher badge members can choose to limit access to their offers based on a respondent's badge level. This acts as a safeguard for those who may prefer to offer higher value items.
+</code>
+Higher badge members can choose to limit access to their offers to members that have achieved at least an Active Contributor badge. This acts as a safeguard for those who may prefer to offer higher value items.
 * Up to a maximum of 3 points. Offers must be live. Request listings are not counted, however, fulfilling another member’s request is counted as a completed offer
 ==== The Transaction Record ====
-{{ :spreadsheet.png?150|}}
-Sharebay logs every transaction that happens. This transaction record is public and helps to ensure transparency and trust on the site. Each completed transaction is recorded as a ‘gave’ and ‘got’ score to giver and receiver respectively. These totals are displayed on every member’s profile page, along with a link to view their site transactions.
+{{  :spreadsheet.png?150}}Sharebay logs every transaction that happens. This transaction record is public and helps to ensure transparency and trust on the site. Each completed transaction is recorded as a ‘gave’ and ‘got’ score to giver and receiver respectively. These totals are displayed on every member’s profile page, along with a link to view their site transactions.
 The transaction system works like this:
-   You request a member’s offer     ►     They are notified and a pending transaction is created
+<code>
-   They agree to fulfill offer     ►     You are notified and the transaction is updated
+ You request a member’s offer     ►     They are notified and a pending transaction is created
-   You confirm delivery of item or service     ►     They are notified and a completed transaction is registered
+ They agree to fulfill offer     ►     You are notified and the transaction is updated
+ They confirm delivery of item or service     ►     You are notified and the transaction is updated
+ You confirm delivery of item or service     ►     They are notified and a completed transaction is registered
+</code>
 In the case of responding to a request, it’s slightly different:
-   You offer to fulfill request     ►     They are notified and a pending transaction is created
+<code>
-   They agree for you to fulfill request     ►     You are notified and the transaction is updated
+ You offer to fulfill request     ►     They are notified and a pending transaction is created
-   You fulfill request     ►     They are notified and the transaction is updated
+ They agree for you to fulfill request     ►     You are notified and the transaction is updated
-   They confirm delivery     ►     You are notified and a completed transaction is registered
+ You fulfill request     ►     They are notified and the transaction is updated
+ They confirm delivery     ►     You are notified and a completed transaction is registered
+</code>
 A pending transaction can be canceled at any time by either member.
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 ==== The Five Star Review System ====
-{{::five-stars.jpg?150 |}}
-Sharebay enables you to rate transactions upon transaction completion. You can give a rating between 1-5 stars and leave a review if you wish.
+{{:five-stars.jpg?150  }}Sharebay enables you to rate transactions upon transaction completion. You can give a rating between 1-5 stars and leave a review if you wish.
 Along with the Badge System, Transaction Record, Trust Score, and offer counters, the Five Star Review System helps you make an informed choice about who you want to share or have contact with.
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 The Safe-Pay system works like this:
-   Giver and getter agree to delivery     ►     Getter sends delivery money to Sharebay
+<code>
-   Sharebay holds delivery money     ►     Giver pays for delivery costs and sends item
+ Giver and getter agree to delivery     ►     Getter sends delivery money to Sharebay
-   Getter confirms item delivery     ►     Sharebay releases getter's delivery money to giver
+ Sharebay holds delivery money     ►     Giver pays for delivery costs and sends item
+ Getter confirms item delivery     ►     Sharebay releases getter's delivery money to giver
+</code>
 ==== HonorPay ====
-{{:honorpay_logo.png?200 |}}
-Sharebay uses HonorPay - an independent award app that allows you to send virtual awards to show your gratitude and appreciation to any other member.
+{{:honorpay_logo.png?200  }}Sharebay uses HonorPay - an independent award app that allows you to send virtual awards to show your gratitude and appreciation to any other member.
 When you register for Sharebay, you have the option to create a linked HonorPay account as well. HonorPay is a free service and you can log in using the same email and password as for Sharebay. Find out more about HonorPay [[https://honorpay.org/how-it-works|here]].
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 There are a number of measures Sharebay uses to make the site as safe as possible for members:
+<code>
-  - Admin moderation. Since Sharebay is a transaction network, Sharebay admins will remove content that goes against the healthy goods and services-transacting values of the site to help prevent abuse. This includes profiles with inappropriate names, bio's, comments, links, and listings.
-  - Spam or offensive content reporting. Every listing has a link at the bottom to report it anonymously and safely. Sharebay actively follows up reports and removes inappropriate content.
+- Admin moderation. Since Sharebay is a transaction network, Sharebay admins will remove content that goes against the healthy goods and services-transacting values of the site to help prevent abuse. This includes profiles with inappropriate names, bio's, comments, links, and listings.
-  - Profile reporting. You can report another member who behaves inappropriately or who is abusing the site using the link at the bottom of their profile. Reports are anonymous and all are followed up.
+- Spam or offensive content reporting. Every listing has a link at the bottom to report it anonymously and safely. Sharebay actively follows up reports and removes inappropriate content.
-  - Member blocking. If you no longer wish to hear from or see content from a member, you can block them using the link below a member’s profile. When you block a member, neither of you will be able to send messages or view each other’s content.
+- Profile reporting. You can report another member who behaves inappropriately or who is abusing the site using the link at the bottom of their profile. Reports are anonymous and all are followed up.
+- Member blocking. If you no longer wish to hear from or see content from a member, you can block them using the link below a member’s profile. When you block a member, neither of you will be able to send messages or view each other’s content.
+</code>
-//{{:warning.png?50 |}}NB When arranging to meet other members to collaborate or exchange goods, be sensible at all times. Arrange to meet in a public place, or bring someone with you. Never meet someone you don’t know alone in a strange place.
+//{{:warning.png?50  }}NB When arranging to meet other members to collaborate or exchange goods, be sensible at all times. Arrange to meet in a public place, or bring someone with you. Never meet someone you don’t know alone in a strange place. //
-//
 ==== Automatic translations ====
-{{ :translation-world.png?180|}}
-Because Sharebay is an international site, Sharebay features optional automatic translations by Google.
+{{  :translation-world.png?180}}Because Sharebay is an international site, Sharebay features optional automatic translations by Google.
 To set up translation, just set your preferred language and enable automatic translations in your [[https://www.sharebay.org/edit|Edit Profile & Settings]] page.
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 You can also repeat the same methods for adding HonorPay as a home screen shortcut.
-Go [[sharebay_frequently_asked_questions|here]] if you have more questions.
+Go [[:sharebay_frequently_asked_questions|here]] if you have more questions.