Creating & Using Bot Characters

Cantina members can select from a variety of AI-powered bots in the Bot Directory, or create their own. 

Creating Bot Characters

Bots are directed by user prompts and messages, and it is your responsibility to ensure the bot character is designed in adherence to our Community Guidelines. 

What violates this policy?

• Users are prohibited from creating bot characters that are or appear to be, minors. This includes but is not limited to the bot's name, bio, avatar, bot prompt, and behavior.
• Users are prohibited from creating bot characters that impersonate individuals without their express consent.
• Bot characters that depict or resemble public figures outside of a strictly parodical simulation or that attempt to deceive users by portraying a non-existent affiliation or endorsement by said public figure.
• Creating intentionally misleading bot character descriptions is prohibited. Bot character names, bios, and avatars should accurately capture what the bot character is meant for and how it works. 
• Any user-generated prompt that encourages a bot character to engage in or promote the following actions is strictly prohibited:
  • Hate Speech
  • Sexual Exploitation
  • Child Endangerment
  • Creating Deepfake Content
  • Violence or Self-Harm
  • Illegal Activities
  • Misleading or Harmful Advice on sensitive topics
  • Fraud, Phishing, or Data Theft

Interacting with bot characters

User prompts and messages direct bot character outputs, which can be inaccurate, and inappropriate. Do not rely on them for accurate information, guidance, or counseling. All user interactions, including interactions with bot characters, are subject to the Community Guidelines. In addition, interactions should be authentic and reflect genuine user engagement.

When you add bots to a room, you are responsible for the content they generate. As such, we recommend that you make sure they are suitable to the room in question. If you're unsure what a bot character is designed to do, play it safe and don't add it.

Interactions that violate our policies may lead to enforcement against your account, including but not limited to warnings, temporary and permanent suspensions. 

What violates this policy?

• Inappropriate interactions with bots in public rooms involve engaging in harmful or offensive behaviors, including hate speech, sexual engagement, bullying, and harassment, or promoting violence.
• Tactics that artificially boost a bot's visibility and/or mislead users about its true popularity metrics (interactions, room adds, ratings, favorites, etc) are strictly prohibited.

How can I report violations of this policy?

We expect our bot creator and interaction policies to evolve as we learn more about how our bot character technology is used and misused. If you encounter content or behavior violating these guidelines, please report it to our moderation team. 

If you believe your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible via Cantina, please report it as an Intellectual Property violation through this form.