Social Trust Score
Learn how your Social Trust Score on Solar Network affects your experience.
What is the Social Trust Score?
The Social Trust Score is Solar Network's way of measuring a user's trustworthiness. It's calculated based on your behavior and interactions, with a baseline of 100 points. A higher score indicates better reputation within the community.
Your score changes over time to reflect your most recent activities.
Trust Tiers
| Tier | Score Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Poor | < 100 | Low trust; some features may be restricted |
| Normal | 100 - 199 | Standard user; full feature access |
| Excellent | 200+ | High trust; enjoy additional benefits |
How Your Score Changes
Positive Actions (Score Increase)
- Active Engagement: Posting high-quality content, receiving appreciation
- Community Contribution: Helping newcomers, participating in discussions
- Consistent Activity: Daily logins, ongoing interaction
- Long-term good standing
Negative Actions (Score Decrease)
- Receiving Penalties: Warnings, permission restrictions, etc.
- Policy Violations: Posting inappropriate content, harassment
- Expiration of temporary score boosts
Time-Based Effects
Some score changes are temporary: - Points from certain positive actions expire after a period - Minor violations may be forgiven over time
Impact of Your Trust Score
Benefits of a High Score
- Enhanced Visibility: Your posts get better ranking in feeds
- Greater Exposure: High-quality content is more likely to be recommended
- Community Trust: Other users are more willing to interact with you
- Feature Access: Some advanced features may require a minimum trust tier
Consequences of a Low Score
- Reduced Visibility: Posts appear lower in feeds
- Feature Restrictions: Certain features may become unavailable
- Increased Scrutiny: Low-trust accounts are monitored more closely by the system
How to Check Your Score
- Go to your profile page
- View your trust tier in your profile information
- Some clients display detailed score information in settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my score ever reset to zero?
No, it won't reset to zero, but it continuously changes based on your behavior. Maintaining good conduct keeps your score at a healthy level.
Does my score recover immediately?
If you consistently demonstrate good behavior, your score will gradually recover. Serious violations may take longer to fully recover from.
Why did my score decrease?
Possible reasons: - You received a penalty - Temporary score boosts have expired - System recalculation revealed historical issues
Is my score visible to everyone?
Your trust tier is displayed on your profile, but the exact numerical score is not publicly shown.
How to Maintain a Good Trust Score
- Follow Community Guidelines: Understand and adhere to the terms of service
- Engage Positively: Share valuable content and participate in community discussions
- Avoid Violations: Don't post inappropriate content or harass others
- Stay Active: Log in daily and remain engaged
- Secure Your Account: Don't share your account with others to prevent unauthorized violations