Getting Started
- Creating an Account:Create an account using your Google account or email address. To maintain a transparent and accountable community, all users are required to register using their legal first and last names. Complete your profile by adding a biography and profile picture to begin using the platform.
- Exploring Content:Browse the home feed to discover trending posts, or utilize the search function to locate specific spaces or writers.
- Joining Spaces:Explore and join spaces—dedicated communities focused on specific interests or discussions. Similar to specialized forums, spaces allow you to connect with like-minded readers and writers who share your interests.
Reading & Engaging
- Reading Posts:Click on any post title to view the full content. Posts are organized within spaces for easy discovery.
- Voting & Reactions:Express appreciation for quality content by voting on posts and comments. Selecting the upvote arrow awards the content +2 points, while selecting the downvote arrow deducts 2 points. Selecting the same arrow again removes your vote. This system promotes the most valuable contributions to the community.
- Commenting:Share your thoughts and participate in discussions by commenting on posts. Maintain respectful and constructive dialogue at all times.
Writing & Publishing
- Becoming a Writer:Submit an application to become a verified writer through our review process. Verified writers are authorized to publish posts and contribute content to the platform.
- Creating Posts:Create different types of posts within spaces using our platform tools. Choose from article posts (long-form content with rich text formatting), media posts (images, videos, and multimedia content), or link posts (sharing external content with discussion). All posts must be published within one or more relevant spaces.
- Managing Content:Manage your published posts by editing, updating, or removing them through your profile dashboard.
Account Management
- Modify your profile information, biography, and profile picture through the Settings page.
- Configure your notification preferences to receive updates about relevant platform activities.
- Adjust your privacy settings and data sharing preferences as needed.
- Access your reading history and view saved posts.
Community Guidelines
Sankira is built on principles of quality journalism and respectful discourse. Please help us maintain these standards:
- Publish accurate, well-researched content that contributes meaningfully to discussions.
- Engage respectfully with other users, maintaining civility even during disagreements.
- Report content that violates our community standards using the appropriate channels.
- Refrain from spam, excessive self-promotion, and off-topic discussions.
Additional Context on Posts
To provide comprehensive perspective on complex topics, posts with substantial public engagement may feature an "Additional Context" section. This feature employs AI-assisted analysis to summarize diverse viewpoints and provide a neutral overview of platform discussions.
- This feature appears selectively on posts based on engagement levels and discussion complexity.
- When an "Additional Context" section is present, you may vote on its usefulness to help us enhance the feature.
Reporting & Safety
Assist us in maintaining a safe and high-quality environment for all platform users:
- Report inappropriate content using the designated report function available on posts and comments.
- Contact our support team to address serious violations or safety concerns.
- Consult our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for comprehensive platform guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I become a verified writer?Navigate to your account settings and select the "Become a Writer" option to submit your application. Our review team evaluates applications based on writing quality and demonstrated expertise.
- Can I edit my posts after publishing?Yes, writers may modify their published posts at any time. Substantial revisions will be indicated with an "edited" timestamp for transparency.
- How does the voting system work?Users may upvote high-quality content to promote valuable posts and comments. The voting system elevates exceptional content for broader readership.
- Is Sankira free to use?Yes, Sankira is free to use for all readers and writers. Our focus is on building a high-quality community rather than monetizing user data.
- Are updates on Sankira in real-time?Most platform interactions, including votes, comments, and new posts, are displayed in real-time. However, some updates may experience brief delays due to server load and network conditions. If an update is not immediately visible, please allow a few moments for it to appear.