UPDATE Username and Club Name Policy Updates

Discussion in 'Announcements' started by [ATA]Marceline, Sep 22, 2026.

  1. A Note from ATA



    We’ve been reading through feedback since the recent policy update, and one thing came through clearly: the update was stricter than we intended when it came to usernames, club names, and club tags.

    That level of restriction wasn't our intent. We've created this new Username and Club Name Policy to establish balanced middle ground. While public messages require strict context moderations under our overall Silencing Policy, player-created names operate under tailored rules designed to encourage player creativity, identity, and humor without compromising safety.

    We understand that some names may fall into a grey area between allowed and not allowed. Because no policy can account for every possible name or context, our team reserves the right to review these cases individually and make the final call. If you’re unsure about a name, or would like clarification about a moderation decision, you can contact Support through an in-game help ticket.

    Below is the complete breakdown of allowed and prohibited content across all player-created identifiers/usernames.

    This policy applies to all public and semi-public player-created text identifiers across our games, including:
    • Usernames / In-Game Names (IGNs)
    • Club Names
    • Family Names and Player Tags
    • Pet Names
    • Any other player-created names or labels visible in public areas
    PLEASE NOTE
    If you were previously renamed or are currently silenced based on the rules before these policy changes, please send in a support ticket to reinstate your previous name or to have your silence reviewed. Tickets will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

    Policy



    1. Harassment, Targeting & Impersonation
    Names intended to harass, threaten, call out, or impersonate specific individuals or groups are strictly prohibited.

    Allowed: Broadly competitive, self-deprecating, or general gaming tropes.

    Examples:
    NoobSlayer
    Unbeatable1
    YourWorstNightmare
    ATAFanClub


    Not Allowed: Directly referencing real-world individuals, specific players, active clubs, moderators, or staff members to harass or mislead.

    Examples:
    Killing_ATAWill
    JeffIsATrashPlayer
    Mod_SarahReal
    ATA_OfficialSupport


    2. Fantasy, Humor & Non-Targeted Violence
    Mild, non-targeted references to fantasy, cartoonish, or clearly comedic violence are allowed. Player-created names can include mild or playful language, as long as the context remains non-graphic, non-sexual, and untargeted.

    Allowed: Non-specific, clearly fictional, or comedic violent references (generic uses of "You" or "Your" are allowed).

    Examples:
    Killer’s Club
    BonkBrigade
    SmashNSlash
    MurderingYou
    URMyNextVictim
    MurderousMuffins
    PunchYaLater

    Not Allowed: Descriptive, graphic/realistic violence, depictions of self-harm, or violent language targeting a real person, player, club, or group.

    Examples:
    HangThemAndBurnTheirBodies (contains graphic, realistic violence even without an identifiable target)
    IllMurderTheMods (targets an identifiable group and reads as a threat)
    GraphicDisembowelment (contains graphic violent imagery)
    WearingBabyEntrails (contains graphic violent imagery)
    LetsKillJeff247 (targets an identifiable person/user)
    Burn_[SpecificClubName] (targets a specific club)


    3. Discrimination, Hate Speech & Protected Characteristics
    We maintain zero tolerance for names that attack, demean, or target groups based on protected characteristics (race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability).

    Allowed: Cultural or identity pride, fictional factions, and generalized group names that do not target or demean others.

    Examples:
    ProudLatina
    LGBTQ_Alliance
    ElvenKingdom
    AtheistSquad

    Not Allowed: Hate speech, slurs, dog whistles, or targeted violence against protected groups.

    Examples:
    MurderAllAtheists
    TheAtheistsShouldDie
    or any variations incorporating racial, religious, or anti-LGBTQ+ slurs/imagery.


    4. Sexual Content, Erotica & Explicit Material
    Names with sexual context, explicit sexual terms, non-consensual sexual themes, or references to minor exploitation are banned. However, lighthearted double entendres or mild romantic humor are acceptable.

    Allowed: Mild flirty tropes, romance references, or playful/silly puns.

    Examples:
    SingleAndReady
    HeartBreaker99
    KissMyAsset
    LoveBug
    HawtBabe

    Not Allowed: Explicit anatomy, graphic sexual acts, sexually explicit violence, or soliciting sexual interactions.

    Examples:
    ChokingU4Funsies (sexually graphic violence)
    SlapMyBooty (sexually descriptive)
    explicit anatomical terms
    or names soliciting adult roleplay/NSFW content.


    5. Real-World Safety, PII & Off-Platform Solicitation
    Names must not endanger player privacy, advertise third-party services, or facilitate real-world commercial transactions.

    Allowed: General social handles (where safe/permitted by platform terms) and non-commercial references.

    Examples:
    GamerTag_99
    StreamerVibes
    NumberOneAppleFan
    ImTikTokFamous

    Not Allowed: Sharing personally identifiable information (PII) like full real names, home addresses, phone numbers, or soliciting commercial off-platform deals/account trades.

    Examples:
    JohnDoe_SpringfieldIL (shares name and location)
    BuyGoldAtGoldXChange_com (soliciting commercial off-platform deals)
    SellingThisAcc100$ (soliciting account deal/sale)
    AddMySnapForPics (promoting personal third-party information)
    My_IG_Is_Kira9281 (promoting personal third-party information)
    OnlyFansUser (referencing sexual content/platform)
     
    #1 [ATA]Marceline, Sep 22, 2026
    Last edited: Sep 24, 2026 at 5:33 PM
  2. In related to this message update Link
     
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  3. Does this mean , it’s retroactive on the account if it was silenced during the period of the original release a few months ago ? Like “the record” will be erased to with
     
  4. Does that mean “HYPOTHETICAL & speculative “ that “Ec refunds are to be expected or if the IGN is allowed to, it will also be reinstated for free (no charge of extra credit) ?
    “PLEASE NOTE
    If you were previously renamed or are currently silenced based on the rules before these policy changes, please send in a support ticket to reinstate your previous name or to have your silence reviewed. Tickets will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.”
     
  5. We don't currently have a way to reliably erase records like that but current silences can be lifted if the infraction is no longer valid following this update 🙏🏽
     
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  6. If a previous username is now allowed, then that player will receive a free name change token.
     
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  7. Thank you @[ATA]Marceline
     
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  8. But only if the player submit a support ticket. It won’t just show up as update just by logging on the game . I guess they won’t be a notification under the bell or in the mail box icon to see “ free name change token”
     
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  9. Can you now also allowed a club ban button for Pres and VP? It is kinda hard to filter through who goes in and out of the club and some clubs have this banned player list due to several reasons such as but not likited to hostility to other members, scam droppers and all. It would even be better if we can have a button that like view the name change history for the past 2-3 months of one player to avoid being scammed for drops over and over again bcs when people change names it is also hard to distinguish them from their previous ign.
     
  10. Does this mean you guys are going to let Steven's Harem have their club name back? Inactive or not seeing their club name wiped like that just didn't sit right. The Clan I'm pretty sure has been around longer than I've been playing 11+ years 😅
     
  11. My name is definitely inappropriate 🌚
     
  12. I wasnt asking for me. I asked coz i knew it would get asked by alot of people
     
  13. Your name is insta ip ban worthy
     
  14. I'm pleased to see these changes being made based on community respect. Thank you, Apes!
     
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  15. I meant community feedback, not respect... I need a nap. 🤦‍♀️
     
  16. Naomi here! 🙋🏾‍♀️
    DOES THIS MEAN I CAN HAVE MY ORIGINAL USERNAME BACK!!?? 🥹🙏🏾
     
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