# RPEmotes - Code of Conduct

As contributors and maintainers of this project, we aim to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. We value the participation of every individual and encourage respectful and constructive interactions. This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for all those who contribute to our project, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior.

## Our Pledge

In the interest of fostering an open and welcoming community, we, as contributors and maintainers, pledge to make participation in our project a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of age, body size, disability, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, level of experience, nationality, personal appearance, race, religion, or sexual identity and orientation.

## Expected Behavior

We expect all contributors and community members to:

- Be respectful and considerate towards others.
- Exercise empathy and kindness in all interactions.
- Be open to constructive feedback and differing opinions.
- Use welcoming and inclusive language.
- Be mindful of your words and actions.
- Gracefully accept responsibility and apologize for any mistakes or wrongdoing.
- Support and encourage each other.

## Unacceptable Behavior

Examples of unacceptable behavior by participants include:

- Harassment, discrimination, or derogatory comments based on personal attributes mentioned above.
- Trolling, insulting, or derogatory comments, either publicly or privately.
- Personal attacks or ad hominem criticism.
- Public or private harassment, including unwelcome advances or unwanted contact.
- Publishing others' private information without explicit permission.
- Any form of offensive or violent speech, including threats or incitement of violence.
- Any form of cheating, hacking, or other unethical behavior.
- Intentionally spreading false information or misleading content.
- Advocating for or encouraging any of the above behaviors.

## Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior

Unacceptable behavior from any community member, including contributors and maintainers, will not be tolerated. Anyone who engages in unacceptable behavior may be subject to appropriate actions, including but not limited to:

- A warning or request for an apology.
- Temporary or permanent exclusion from the project or community.
- Reporting to platform administrators or relevant authorities, if necessary.

## Reporting Guidelines

If you witness or experience any behavior that violates this Code of Conduct, please promptly report it to the project maintainers at report@rpemotes.com. All complaints will be reviewed and investigated promptly and fairly.

## Attribution

This Code of Conduct is adapted from the [Contributor Covenant](https://www.contributor-covenant.org/version/2/0/code_of_conduct/), version 2.0, available at [https://www.contributor-covenant.org/version/2/0/code_of_conduct/](https://www.contributor-covenant.org/version/2/0/code_of_conduct/).

## Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all project spaces, including the repository, issue tracker, pull requests, project communication channels, and any other forums created by the project team.

## Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that creating an inclusive and welcoming environment requires effort and continuous learning. We appreciate the valuable contributions and commitment of all community members in helping us achieve this goal.