AoPS Wiki:Policy

AoPS Wiki Policies

Content Guidelines

• Articles must be math-focused, relevant to problem-solving, contests, or educational topics.

• Content should aim to be clear, accurate, and accessible to a range of users.

• Avoid off-topic material, opinion pieces, or personal anecdotes unless clearly relevant.

Article Standards

• Follow standard formatting (e.g., for math, headers for sections).

• Use existing templates when applicable.

• Avoid duplicate content—merge similar topics into a single comprehensive article.

Editing Policy

• Be bold but respectful when editing—fix errors, clarify language, and improve structure.

• Do not delete large sections without discussion unless it’s vandalism or spam.

• Use the Talk page for major changes or disputes.

Collaboration & Conduct

• Be respectful in discussions. Personal attacks, rudeness, or harassment are not allowed.

• Assume good faith—most editors are trying to help.

• Use the AoPS Community Guidelines as a baseline for behavior.

Attribution & Sources

• Credit external sources where appropriate. Avoid copying copyrighted materials.

• When importing content (e.g., from books or other wikis), ensure permission or fair use compliance.

Vandalism and Spam

• Vandalism (malicious edits, nonsense, trolling) is strictly prohibited and may result in a ban.

• Spam links or self-promotion will be removed without notice.

Administrator Rights

• Admins may lock pages, resolve disputes, or revert harmful edits.

• Persistent rule-breaking may lead to warnings, temporary bans, or account restrictions.

Protected Content

• Some high-quality or sensitive pages may be semi-protected (only trusted users can edit).

• Propose changes to protected pages via the Talk page.