Terms of Use

Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2026 | Please read carefully before using Article.pk

Acceptance of Terms

Article.pk is Pakistan's leading content platform connecting writers with readers. By creating an account or using our services, you agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

User Conduct

Article.pk welcomes users from all backgrounds, beliefs, and communities. To maintain a safe and respectful environment:

Respect Others

  • Respect diverse cultures, religions, and beliefs
  • Express opinions professionally and constructively
  • Avoid content that promotes hatred or discrimination

Zero Tolerance for Harassment

  • No abusive, threatening, or bullying behavior
  • No harassment of other users in any form
  • No propaganda or targeted attacks against individuals

Violation Consequences: First warning → Second warning with 10-30 day suspension → Permanent ban with forfeiture of earnings

Profile Guidelines

When creating your profile:

  • Use authentic information: Your real or professional name
  • Appropriate profile picture: No adult, offensive, or misleading images
  • No impersonation: Do not pretend to be someone else
  • No hate speech: Usernames must not contain offensive terms

Profiles violating these guidelines will be suspended until corrected. Business/brand profiles require additional verification.

Content Standards

All content published on Article.pk must meet these standards:

  • Original work: Content must be your own creation
  • No spam: No promotional content, affiliate links, or advertisements
  • No adult content: Explicit or sexual content is prohibited
  • Accuracy: Information should be factual and verifiable
  • No harmful content: Nothing that promotes violence, illegal activities, or harm

For detailed requirements: See our Writer Guidelines for word count, image requirements, and formatting standards.

Multiple Accounts

You may create multiple accounts only if they are not used for:

  • Artificially inflating views or engagement on your own content
  • Targeting or harassing other users
  • Evading bans or restrictions
  • Manipulating the referral program

Violations will result in termination of all associated accounts.

Images & Media

When uploading images or media:

  • Copyright compliance: Use only royalty-free images or content you have rights to
  • No adult content: Explicit or sexual imagery is prohibited
  • Medical/educational exceptions: Educational medical content may be permitted with appropriate warnings
  • Attribution: Credit sources when required

Commenting Policy

Comments are a way to engage with content and other users. You may:

  • Ask questions and seek clarifications
  • Share constructive feedback and opinions
  • Engage in respectful discussions

You may NOT:

  • Post abusive, insulting, or offensive comments
  • Spam or post promotional content
  • Harass or publicly humiliate other users

Plagiarism & Copyright

Content is the author's intellectual property. Our plagiarism policy is strict:

  • 100% original content: All articles must be originally written by you
  • Proper attribution: When quoting, use blockquotes and cite sources
  • No copying: Copying content from other websites is prohibited

Plagiarism is a crime in Pakistan. Violations result in article rejection, account suspension, and potential legal action.