Community guidelines

Welcome to My HIV Story! This page outlines the community guidelines designed to foster a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all members. Please take a moment to review these guidelines.

My hiv story – community agreement

By joining this community, you agree to the following terms:

  1. Confidentiality

    This is a private, members-only space.

    Do not screenshot, record, copy, or share any member content outside the community.

    What is shared here stays here unless explicit permission is given by the person who shared it.

    Violations may result in immediate removal without refund.

  2. Consent & Choice

    No member is required to share their story, status, or details.

    Do not pressure others to disclose or participate.

    Respect personal boundaries at all times.

  3. Respectful Engagement

    No shaming, blaming, harassment, or hate speech.

    Discrimination based on HIV status, race, gender, sexuality, religion, or lifestyle will not be tolerated.

  4. No Medical Advice

    Members may share personal experiences.

    This space does not provide medical, legal, or clinical advice.

    Always consult a healthcare professional for treatment decisions.

  5. Moderation

    This community is actively moderated.

    The founder reserves the right to remove content or members to protect the integrity and safety of the space.

  6. Public vs. Private Content

    Content created or approved by the founder may be shared publicly.

    Member-generated content remains private unless explicit written consent is given.

By remaining in the community, you agree to these terms.

A note from Linda Pearl

Welcome. I’m really glad you’re here.

My HIV Story was created to be a space where people living with HIV can show up honestly—without fear, without judgment, and without pressure to explain themselves.

This is a community rooted in respect, confidentiality, and choice. You are welcome to share, listen, ask questions, or simply observe. There is no “right” way to be here.

Some stories on this platform are public by choice. This space is private by design.

Please take a moment to review the community agreement so we can protect the safety and dignity of everyone here.

Thank you for trusting this space—and yourself.

You belong here.

— Linda Pearl Founder, My HIV Story

Consequences

While specific consequences for breaking the guidelines were not explicitly provided, please note that My HIV Story reserves the right to remove content or members to protect the integrity and safety of the space. Violations of the community agreement may result in immediate removal without refund. The founder will take appropriate action to maintain a respectful and supportive environment for all members.