Vine Graphic Content FAQ

Vine is a platform for a broad range of expression including spontaneous moments, hilarious jokes, and meaningful events. Explicit graphic content is not allowed on Vine.

What is explicit graphic content?

Explicit graphic content includes, but is not limited to, graphic depictions of serious bodily harm, bodily fluids, or animal abuse.

Examples of graphic content that is not okay to post:

  • Organized animal fights.
  • Killing or torture of animals.
  • Torture, mutilation, dismemberment, corpses.
  • Violence involving children.
  • Physical child abuse.
  • Bodily harm such as torture, mutilation, or suicide attempts.
  • Bodily fluids.

 What is okay to post?

We allow some depictions of graphic content that are not overly excessive or graphic in nature.

Examples of what’s okay to post:

  • Scars of healed wounds.
  • Hunting media without sadistic commentary.
  • Media of food or food processing areas.
  • Dead or hurt animals that are not abused.
  • Sports such as boxing or martial arts.

 What happens if I violate this policy?

Users that violate this policy may be suspended and eligible for account restoration only after the violating posts have been removed and users certify that their accounts comply with the Vine Rules. Severe or repeated violation of this policy may result in permanent suspension. Users who believe that their account has been suspended in error may submit an appeal via our support form.

How can I report content that violates this policy?

If you come across graphic content on Vine, you can report the post by tapping the button with three dots at the bottom of the post and selecting “Block or Report.” You will then be prompted to specify why this Vine violates our policies. Please select the appropriate option. 

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