O Correio da Manhã has implemented a formal regulatory framework for its digital comment sections to facilitate “fair-play” and respectful debate. These rules require registered and premium subscribers to assume full legal responsibility for their contributions while granting the publisher extensive usage rights.
What are the requirements for participating in the comment section?
Access to the comment space is restricted to registered readers and subscribers of Correio da Manhã Premium. Before posting, users must read and expressly accept the established rules of conduct.
By commenting, readers declare they are the exclusive owners of the rights associated with their content. This declaration makes the individual solely responsible for the material they share on the platform.
How does the policy handle content ownership and legal liability?
When a user submits content, they grant the publisher a free, irrevocable, and perpetual license to use that material. This license allows the publisher to distribute the content across any current or future media format.
The policy places the entire burden of legal consequences on the commenter. Readers are exclusively responsible for any fines, costs, or indemnities that may arise from their published comments.
While the publisher is not obligated to monitor or pre-visualize all shared content, the editorial team reserves the right to conduct pre-evaluations. They may choose not to publish any comments that fail to meet the established rules.
What behaviors are prohibited under the new rules?
The guidelines strictly prohibit the use of the comment space for commercial purposes or advertising. Content that is obscene, offensive, or violates third-party intellectual property is also banned.
Users may not distribute hate speech, racism, xenophobia, or discriminatory content. The rules also forbid any material that incites violence, illegal acts, or is intended to humiliate or damage the reputation of others.
What are the consequences for violating the rules?
The publisher maintains the right to delete comments immediately and without prior notice if they do not comply with the regulations. Violations can lead to a user being suspended for a set time or being permanently prohibited from commenting.
These disciplinary actions may be applied regardless of whether the user is a premium subscriber. This ensures that the standard of “healthy coexistence” is maintained across the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is allowed to leave comments on the articles?
Only registered readers and Correio da Manhã Premium subscribers are permitted to use the comment space.
Does the publisher agree with the opinions posted by readers?
No. All comments represent the exclusive opinion of the author and do not reflect the position of the publisher or any third party.
Can a user’s commenting privileges be taken away?
Yes. The publisher can suspend or permanently ban users who violate the rules, and can also delete non-compliant comments without warning.
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