How to Report Issues
See something? Say something. Here's how to report problems on GatherRound.
When to Report
- Harassment or threatening behavior
- Inappropriate content
- Fake profiles or impersonation
- Safety concerns
- Policy violations
What You Can Report
Events
- Misleading or inaccurate information
- Inappropriate content
- Safety concerns
- Scam or spam listings
Users
- Harassment or abuse
- Fake profiles
- Impersonation
- Inappropriate behavior at events
Ratings & Reviews
- False or misleading reviews
- Harassment through reviews
- Retaliatory ratings
Comments
- Inappropriate language
- Harassment
- Spam
How to Report
Reporting an Event
- Go to the event page
- Click the flag icon (mobile) or "Report Event" link (desktop)
- Select a reason
- Add details (optional but helpful)
- Submit
Reporting a User
- Go to their profile
- Click the menu (three dots)
- Select "Report User"
- Choose a reason and add details
- Submit
Reporting a Rating
- Go to Settings → Feedback
- Find the rating in question
- Click "Report"
- Explain why it violates guidelines
- Submit
What Happens After You Report
- Review: Our moderation team reviews reports manually
- Investigation: We may gather additional information
- Action: Appropriate action is taken based on severity
- Notification: In some cases, we'll update you on the outcome
Possible Outcomes
- Warning issued to the user
- Content removed
- Event hidden or deleted
- Account suspension
- Permanent ban
Emergency Situations
If you or someone else is in immediate danger:
- Call 911 (or your local emergency number)
- Get to safety first
- Report to GatherRound afterward
GatherRound reporting is for platform issues, not emergencies. We cannot respond in real-time to dangerous situations.
Tips for Effective Reports
- Be specific — include dates, times, and details
- Stay factual — describe what happened objectively
- Include evidence — screenshots can be helpful
- One issue per report — don't bundle unrelated concerns
What NOT to Report
- Disagreements about game rules
- Someone declining your RSVP
- Not liking someone's profile
- Personal disputes unrelated to GatherRound
Confidentiality
Your reports are confidential. We don't share reporter identities with the reported user.
False Reports
Submitting false reports is a violation of our Community Guidelines and may result in action against your account.
Questions?
If you're unsure whether something should be reported, err on the side of reporting. Our team will review and determine the appropriate response.
Your reports help keep the community safe.