Netiquette: Rules & Guidelines

Digital culture is a rapidly evolving space, and we’re all learning internet etiquette together.
Proper netiquette is the difference between making an online friend or foe — thankfully some
general rules have been established.

What is netiquette?
Netiquette is a portmanteau of net and etiquette, and refers to the socially acceptable rules of
online conduct. The definition of netiquette includes self-presentation standards, behavior norms,
and accepted forms of expression. Proper netiquette helps you avoid offending friends,
employers, and other people in your social network.

Why do we need netiquette guidelines?

Top 10 netiquette rules

1. Represent yourself well

Use respectful language
Be careful with sarcasm
Check your grammar

2. Respect other people’s privacy

3. If you wouldn't say it directly, don't say it online
4. Follow the rules
5. Fact check
6. Respect people's time and boundaries
7. Respond as promptly as you can
8. Keep your information up to date
9. Send files properly.
10. Be forgiving