siteguidelines

noun
UK /ˈsaɪt ˌɡaɪdlaɪnz/
US /ˈsaɪt ˌɡaɪdlaɪnz/

Rules that tell you how to behave on a website.

Please read the siteguidelines before you post anything on the forum.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The official instructions a website gives for using its features correctly.

The siteguidelines explain how to upload photos safely.

3. A set of rules for keeping a website friendly and safe for everyone.

Breaking the siteguidelines can get your account banned.

4. Advice a website gives about what content is allowed.

The siteguidelines say no rude comments are allowed.