MCMC gives list of dos and don’ts for app admins

MCMC gives list of dos and don’ts for app admins

The list is meant for administrators of social networks and messaging app groups, including Facebook, WhatsApp, WeChat, Viber and Telegram.

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PETALING JAYA:
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has uploaded a list of dos and don’ts on its official Facebook page for administrators of social networks or messaging app groups, including Facebook, WhatsApp, WeChat, Viber and Telegram.

The MCMC reminded administrators of these groups to inform members the reason for setting up the group and to consider setting basic ground rules. It also advised administrators not to be absent.

It also reminded administrators to be mindful of the conditions of use set by the platform providers and to not breach the community standards set by these providers.

It also advised administrators to comment on posts to ensure that discussions stay on track and to avoid encouraging, inciting or abetting inappropriate posts.

The MCMC also told administrators to check posts regularly and to have moderators to help with this if needed to ensure discussions do not wander off topic.

It has also advised administrators to remove or even block those who persist in making inappropriate posts, including “trolls” or individuals who continuously breach the ground rules.

The MCMC has also encouraged administrators to cooperate in investigations by law enforcement agencies.

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