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 is a good instance for general-interest bots.

4. Bots must follow the Server Rules and other site policies.

5. The bot account’s profile should indicate who owns or runs the account.

Last updated: September 10, 2024