At Meetup, we are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and engaging community. In line with our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines, we rely on your vigilance to uphold the quality and security of our platform. Whether you’ve encountered inappropriate content, unsafe behavior, spam, or potential security vulnerabilities, this guide is here to help you report your concerns effectively.
What Can You Report?
You can use our reporting system to flag a variety of issues, including:
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Problematic Groups or Content: If you come across any group, post, or direct message that does not meet our community standards, please report it immediately. For concerns specifically related to spam or inappropriate content, please refer to our Reporting Spam or Inappropriate Content guide for detailed instructions.
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Unsafe or Illegal Activity: Report any user whose behavior or content appears dangerous or unlawful. In urgent cases, please contact local authorities immediately.
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Third-Party Content: Flag any content posted on external sites that you believe breaches our guidelines.
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Security Vulnerabilities: Should you discover any potential security flaws that could jeopardize user safety, please contact us at security@meetup.com to request a disclosure form.
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Advertisements: Please report any ads that you find misleading or in violation of our policies.
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Copyright or Trademark Infringement: If you identify content that misuses copyrighted materials or trademarks, please use our Report Infringement resource to notify us.
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Group-Specific Concerns: Please consult our Reporting a Meetup Group instructions for issues directly related to a Meetup group.
How to Report an Issue
Our reporting process is designed to be as simple as possible. Follow these steps to share your concerns:
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Identify the Issue: Navigate to the page where you encountered the problem and take note of any relevant details that might help us understand the situation.
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Click the Report Button: Look for the Report option near the content or group details. This action will begin the reporting process.
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Provide Detailed Information: Fill out the report form with a clear description of the issue. The more specific you can be, the better our team can assess the situation. If you can’t report something directly and encounter any errors in the process, please take a look at our detailed guide on what to do if You Can’t Report Something or Someone on Meetup.
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Submit Your Report: Once you submit your report, our team will review the details. Please know that every submission is carefully considered and addressed accordingly.
Your Contribution Matters
Your feedback is invaluable in helping us maintain a high-quality Meetup experience. By reporting issues promptly and clearly, you play a vital role in keeping our community safe and enjoyable for everyone. We greatly appreciate your patience, cooperation, and commitment to the well-being of our community.