On Twitter, you should feel safe expressing your unique point of view with every Tweet. We want everyone to discover a wide variety of voices and perspectives, and for that reason we allow strong opinions and controversial views. So it’s our job to make your experience as safe as we can. But if you do experience abuse or harassment on Twitter, that can jeopardize your freedom of expression. We won’t let Twitter be a place where you are intimidated, harassed, or silenced.

Here are the principles that guide us in creating a culture of trust, safety, and respect.