# Moderation Guidelines {% hint style="info" %} ### Information This guide explains the rules for moderating in the Discord server. {% endhint %} As a Discord moderator, you should be setting an example for both your fellow co-workers, and community members. Please ensure you are following these guidelines while moderating: * Don't abuse commands.\ Don't take moderation action against users who have not broken a rule. * Do not jokingly show or use commands.\ Do not use moderation commands as a joke. This includes saying things such as "pointb13-" to threaten a permanent ban. Abusing moderation commands will result in severe consequences. Please make sure you are using commands appropriately, responsibly, and honestly. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://oprp.gitbook.io/staff-handbook/discord-moderation/moderation-guidelines.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.