Netiquette of the Vienna State Opera

The Vienna State Opera's social media platforms are not only a place for a wide range of contributions and content, but also provide a constant source of inspiration for mutual exchange. We therefore attach great importance to ensuring that all users have the opportunity to engage in constructive and interested discussions with each other. The basis for all communication is mutual respect and tolerance for other lifestyles and views. This also applies to our company and the management. Of course, we also adhere to the following "do's and don'ts".

Respectful treatment

Certain limits and rules of freedom of expression also apply on the Internet. Statements of a discriminatory or defamatory nature, i.e. attacks, insults and abuse, are prohibited. These include radical, sexist and racist statements. Offensive comments about age, physical condition or income are also inappropriate. A good comment should not only have a respectful tone, but should also focus on the topic of the post and, in the best case, support your own opinion with arguments in the event of differences in content. As we would like to communicate openly with you, we would ask you to state your real name when you contact us.

The bottom line is that we ask the community to think first, then post!

In the event of comments containing violations of one or more of these discussion rules, our social media team reserves the right to hide or delete the comment following a reference to this netiquette.

Similarly, (spam) comments or references (links/URLs to external providers etc.) of a promotional nature that are posted for commercial purposes will not be tolerated. After a review by our team, the comment will be hidden or removed.

Important information

Furthermore, this netiquette is intended to point out that the removal of user comments does not constitute censorship, but complies with the General Terms and Conditions of the Vienna State Opera.

We thank you for your understanding.