# Bot Policy

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1. Bots must indicate in the profile or username that they are bots.

   
   1. The bot’s profile must set Mastodon’s built-in “automated account” flag.
2. Bots should take care not to spam the local timeline.

   
   1. For scheduled bots, a good guideline is posting no more often than hourly.
   2. Alternatively, posts should be unlisted or followers-only.
3. Bots should be related to Washtenaw County.

   
   1. [botsin.space](https://botsin.space) is a good instance for general-interest bots.
4. Bots must follow the [Server Rules](https://docs.a2mi.social/doc/server-rules-KMc2O1xcE6) and other site policies.
5. The bot account’s profile should indicate who owns or runs the account.

**Last updated:** September 10, 2024