Template: Server Rules and Reporting Flow for Handling AI Misuse

Is AI-generated abuse ruining your gaming server? Copy this ready-to-use ruleset and reporting flow to regain safety fast

If your Discord server hosts fans, streamers, or creators, you already know the pain: image-generating AI tools are being misused to create sexualised, nonconsensual, and harassing images of members and public figures. Late 2025 exposed new platform-level failures — including high-profile reports of Grok-generated sexual content slipping through moderation — and 2026 has only made clear that community-led defenses must be faster, clearer, and more robust.

Quick summary (what you'll get)

• Copy-paste server rules tuned for gaming communities handling image-generating AI misuse
• Reporting flow your mods can follow in minutes — with time-to-action SLAs and escalation steps
• Implementation checklist for permissions, bots, evidence collection and compliance
• Actionable templates for mod replies, takedown reports to Discord trust & safety, and law enforcement triggers

Why this matters now (2026 context)

Generative image tools saw wide consumer uptake in 2024–2025. By late 2025, major outlets reported instances where sexualised, nonconsensual images generated by models like Grok Imagine were accessible publicly despite platform promises to curb misuse. Regulators and platforms responded in early 2026 with stronger provenance and age-verification pushes, but platform enforcement remains uneven.

That means server owners and moderators are the first line of defense for communities. A clear server rules document plus an airtight reporting flow reduces confusion, speeds moderation, and demonstrates safety and compliance to platforms and partners. For a broader crisis framework that includes deepfakes and reputation incidents, see the Small Business Crisis Playbook for Social Media Drama and Deepfakes.

Core principles behind the template

• Prioritize consent — any image of a real person generated or altered to be sexual, nude, or intimate without their explicit consent is banned
• Protect minors — zero tolerance for sexual content involving under-18s or ambiguous ages; immediate escalation to T&S and law enforcement
• Preserve evidence — logs, message IDs, and raw files are essential for platform reports and investigations. See guides on automating downloads and archiving external media if you need repeatable capture workflows.
• Fast, transparent moderation — reporters get acknowledgements and predictable timelines
• Balance automation & human review — use bots to flag, humans to judge context

Downloadable rule set (copy-paste ready)

Server Rules — AI Image-Generation & Harassment

1. Consent and Image Generation
  • Do not post AI-generated images or videos of a real person in a sexual, nude, or intimate context without their explicit consent.
  • Creating or requesting manipulated images intended to harass, sexualise, or impersonate a member is prohibited.

2. No Nonconsensual or Exploitative Content
  • No deepfakes, revenge porn, or sexually exploitative images of anyone (public figures or private individuals) without clear consent.

3. Minors and Age Safety
  • Any sexual or nude content involving minors or anyone who may be under 18 is strictly banned. If unsure, assume under 18.

4. Impersonation and DoXXing
  • Using AI to impersonate members, streamers, or public figures to harass or deceive is banned.
  • Posting private information or images intended to shame or blackmail is banned.

5. AI Creation Channels and Attribution
  • If AI-generated content is allowed, it must be posted only in the designated #ai-creation or #ai-lab channel with the tag [ai] and a short prompt/credit.
  • Claiming AI art is a real photo is strictly prohibited.

6. Reporting and Support
  • Use #report-here or the modmail system to report suspected AI misuse. Provide links/message IDs and the offending file where possible.

7. Consequences
  • Violations may result in content removal, temporary suspension, or permanent ban. Severe cases will be reported to Discord Trust & Safety and law enforcement.

8. Appeals
  • If you believe a moderation action was incorrect, use the appeals form in #appeals with a clear explanation and evidence.
  

Reporting flow template (copy-paste workflow)

Reporting flow — AI misuse & nonconsensual imagery

Step 0 — Reporter captures evidence
  • Save the image/file, screenshot the message, copy message link or message ID, note channel and timestamp.
  • If possible, save the original file (download) and do NOT alter it (no cropping or filters).

Step 1 — Reporter files a report
  • Use #report-here or modmail. Include:
    - Reporter username
    - Target username (if any)
    - Message link / message ID
    - Channel and timestamp
    - Attached file(s)
    - Short description of harm

Step 2 — Automated flagging
  • Auto-bot flags message (if configured) and adds a mod tag and evidence log.

Step 3 — Triage (within 1 hour SLA)
  • Duty mod acknowledges report within 1 hour.
  • Quick check for minors, threats, or imminent danger. If minors involved or threat to safety, escalate immediately to safety lead and prepare platform & law enforcement report.

Step 4 — Evidence preservation
  • Pin or lock channel if necessary. Export message logs and save raw file copies in mod-safe storage.
  • Record server audit log entries and moderator actions.

Step 5 — Action (within 4 hours SLA for non-critical)
  • Remove offending content and place user in timeout or temp ban depending on severity.
  • Notify reporter of action taken and next steps.

Step 6 — Escalation (if needed)
  • If content is clearly nonconsensual or a deepfake used to harass, prepare a Trust & Safety report to Discord with message links and raw files.
  • If minors or criminal activity suspected, contact local law enforcement and follow legal reporting protocol.

Step 7 — Follow-up and record
  • Update the report ticket with final disposition, evidence retained, and ban length.
  • Offer support resources to affected members.

Step 8 — Appeal
  • Process appeals within 72 hours. Keep a record of evidence and rationale for final decisions.
  

Evidence checklist for reporters and mods

• Message link/ID and channel name
• Raw image file (downloaded) and screenshot showing context
• Poster username and user ID
• Time and date (UTC recommended)
• Any prompt text or claim of generating tool
• Whether the image shows a minor, public figure, or private individual
• Any prior reports or pattern evidence

Implementation checklist for server owners

1. Publish the rules in a visible #rules channel and pin the reporting flow in #report-here
2. Create a dedicated AI channel with strict posting rules and restricted permissions
3. Install or configure logging bots to capture message edits/deletions and attachments — pair that with resilient delivery and auditing patterns from building resilient architectures.
4. Enable a ticket system (Modmail or equivalent) and create a report template using the flow above
5. Train mods on evidence preservation, legal thresholds, and de-escalation scripts
6. Set SLA targets: acknowledge within 1 hour, initial action within 4 hours for non-critical incidents — and instrument those SLAs with modern observability practices so targets are measurable.
7. Define escalation contacts for safety lead, legal counsel, and law enforcement liaisons

Practical moderation playbook (step-by-step)

1. First response: contain the harm

Take the message down quickly to limit spread. Use your bot or manual deletion. Lock or slow-mode the affected channel to prevent screenshots and further reposting while preserving a staff-only copy of the content.

2. Preserve evidence

Download the original file and save it in a moderated, access-controlled location. Use your server's audit log to record who posted and which moderator deleted content. If your logging bot supports attachments, ensure it saved a copy before deletion. For repeatable capture workflows and external-source archiving, see tools that automate downloads and media capture from public feeds.

3. Quick safety triage

Ask: does the image involve a minor? Is there immediate threat, blackmail, or doxxing? If yes, escalate immediately to law enforcement and report to Discord Trust & Safety — do not delay.

4. Investigate context

Review associated messages, the poster's history, and whether the user claimed the image was AI-generated. Gather prompt text if present. Run reverse-image search and perceptual hashing if you suspect reposts of a prior leak; consider integrating high-performance API tooling such as CacheOps-style systems for heavy workloads.

5. Decide action and communicate

Apply the rule consequences, send a mod DM to the offender explaining the violation, and provide a short public or private message to the reporter summarising actions taken and next steps.

Automations and tools that help in 2026

• Moderation bots that scan attachments for NSFW patterns and unknown faces (look for bots that integrate recent ML detectors)
• Perceptual hashing and reverse-image APIs for detecting reposts of leaked imagery
• Content provenance tools adopting C2PA-style signatures and image content credentials — when available, check for provenance metadata and follow industry signals like the discussions around advanced model watermarking in model-level provenance.
• Message logging and secure evidence storage (encrypted buckets, access logs)

When to report externally

• Report to Discord Trust & Safety for nonconsensual sexual content, deepfakes used to harass, or when a pattern of abuse persists
• Report to law enforcement immediately when minors are involved, threats, extortion, or doxxing for criminal intent
• If content involves a public figure in a way that violates platform policy, include clear context and provenance in your report — platforms are increasingly sensitive to reputation harms in 2026

Templates for moderation messages

Initial DM to offender

Hi username,

We removed the image you posted because it violated server rules about nonconsensual or sexualised AI-generated content (rule 1). Posting or creating images of a real person in a sexual context without consent is not allowed. This is a temporary suspension for X days. If you believe this was a mistake, file an appeal in #appeals with relevant evidence.

— Moderation Team
  

Acknowledgement to reporter

Thanks for reporting. We removed the content and are preserving evidence. If you want direct support, reply here or DM a moderator. If the image involves a minor or an immediate threat, please notify us right away.
  

Privacy, retention and legal compliance

Balance community safety with privacy: keep evidence only as long as needed for investigations, platform reports, or legal processes. Maintain an internal retention policy (for example, retain raw files for 90 days unless legal hold is required). In 2026, regulators expect transparent and proportionate retention and handling of user data in safety incidents — and vendors that focus on data integrity and auditing (see EDO vs iSpot security takeaways) can inform your archival practices.

Training mods for emotional labor

Moderating sexualised or violent AI content is emotionally taxing. Offer rotating duty schedules, mental health resources, and debriefing sessions. Create a safety lead role who handles escalations and external reports so frontline mods can focus on triage and containment. Remote work and wellbeing guides such as those in sustainable home office resources can help structure support for volunteer and paid moderators.

Futureproofing: what to expect in the next 12–24 months

• Wider adoption of content credentials and mandatory model-level watermarking by platforms and major AI providers — discussions around model provenance (see links above) will accelerate.
• Better APIs for automated provenance checks that communities can integrate into bots
• Increased regulatory pressure on platforms to proactively remove nonconsensual AI images — expect faster T&S responses but continuing gaps
• Improved community tools for granular moderation and mandatory age verification options where required by law

Case study: rapid response saves a community

In December 2025 a mid-sized esports server saw an AI-generated image of a team member circulated in several channels. The server had pre-published an AI ruleset and had an automated logger. Mods immediately locked channels, preserved files, and used the reporting flow to escalate. They coordinated a Trust & Safety report and provided law enforcement with raw files. The swift, documented response limited the spread, helped platforms act, and retained community trust.

Rapid documentation and predictable SLAs are what turn a chaotic incident into a manageable one.

Final checklist before you publish

• Post the rules and pin the reporting flow in visible channels
• Set up a #report-here channel and a dedicated Modmail template
• Assign a safety lead and create an escalation contact list
• Install logging and evidence-preservation bots
• Run a moderator tabletop exercise using a mock incident — you can adapt operational playbooks like scaling capture ops to your staffing model.

Call to action

Copy the templates above into your server now, run a tabletop exercise with your moderation team this week, and add one automation (logging or alerting bot) within 48 hours. Want a downloadable ZIP with ready-to-import rule text and mod templates? Visit our community resource hub or DM our server for a free pack tailored to gaming servers.

Keep your community safe — use clear rules, preserve evidence, and make the reporting flow unavoidable. When everyone knows what to do, AI misuse stops being a crisis and becomes a solvable policy.

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