Policy Update: User Statuses in Topic Listings

Effective immediately.
Applies to: All members and all marketplace categories.

1. Overview

With the release of SWAPD 3.5, user statuses (e.g., VIP, Premium, Partner, etc.) are now automatically displayed under topic listings. This system ensures accurate and consistent presentation across the platform.

As a result, manually adding user statuses to listing titles or descriptions is strictly prohibited.

2. Rationale

The goal of this policy is to maintain clarity and consistency across all listings. The automated system eliminates duplication, prevents misleading self-labeling, and keeps the marketplace interface uniform and professional.

3. Compliance Requirements

Members must remove any manually added user status references, including but not limited to:

  • “Verified Seller”
  • “Trusted Member”
  • “Premium User”
  • “Admin Approved”

Do not include any variation of these or similar labels in your titles or descriptions. The system will display verified status information automatically.

4. Enforcement

  • Listings containing manual status indicators will be edited or removed without prior notice.
  • Repeat violations may result in temporary posting restrictions or additional account review.

5. Summary

SWAPD 3.5 handles user status display automatically. Do not include it manually.
This policy is effective immediately and applies to all current and future listings.

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