Content Moderation

/ˈkɒntɛnt ˌmɒdərəˈreɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process by which online platforms review, filter, remove, or restrict user-generated content to enforce legal standards and platform policies.
    Content moderation is essential to ensure compliance with copyright laws and prevent defamatory statements on social media.

Forms

  • content moderation

Commentary

Content moderation balances legal compliance and user rights, requiring clarity in policy drafting to avoid arbitrariness and ensure transparency.

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