DBusWorld Game Rules & Community Guidelines

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Last Updated: December 28, 2025 
Terms Identifier: DBUSWORLD-RULES-2026-001

1. General Philosophy

By accessing DBus World, you agree to these standards. We are a community project, and we view you as a member of that community.

Community Status: We do not consider you a "guest" whose privileges can be revoked for no reason. You are a driver, and as long as you follow these rules, the road is yours.

Open Communication: If a rule is vague or open to interpretation, we prefer to have a conversation like humans. We do not believe that "ambiguity" should always favor the administration at the expense of the player.

2. Team and Moderation

The DBus World Team maintains the service. We focus on keeping the experience fair rather than acting as a “secret service.”

Intervention: We do not get involved in VBC rivalries or personal drama unless it breaks the code of conduct.

3. Account Standards

The One Account Policy: One driver, one profile. Attempting to bypass a ban by creating a new identity is prohibited.

Security: You are responsible for your own credentials. If your Steam or Discord accounts get compromised, that is for you to resolve.

4. Driving and Hardware

We do not have the desire or the technical interest to micromanage your local game files.

Job Syncing: Offline driving data must be synced within 24 hours. After this window, the data is cleared automatically to keep our systems lean.

5. Bans and Enforcement

5.1 Conduct: We have zero tolerance for harassment, slurs, or discriminatory behavior.

5.2 Ban Authority: We reserve the right to ban you for breaking our rules, for cheating, or for any reason we want, honestly.

5.3 Evidence Standards: If you report someone, keep it simple. We do not require a three-month archival plan or a "director's cut" of your gameplay with precise timestamps. Just show us what happened.

5.4 Transparency: If you are banned, the status may be shown publicly on your profile. We believe in transparency over secrecy.

6. Virtual Bus Companies (VBCs)

Ownership: VBC owners are responsible for their members. If your drivers are causing chaos, we will look to you to fix it.

Branding: Use real-world logos at your own risk. If a real company sends a legal request, we will remove the content immediately.

7. Marketplace Rules

The DBus World Marketplace allows you to upload and share custom bus lines with the community. To keep the marketplace safe, functional, and enjoyable for everyone, all uploads must follow these standards.

7.1 Content Standards

Acceptable Content:

  • Custom bus lines and routes for Euro Truck Simulator 2
  • Original creations or content you have permission to share
  • High-quality, tested routes that work properly
  • Accurate descriptions and installation instructions

Prohibited Content:

  • Profanity, offensive language, or inappropriate content in file names, descriptions, or metadata
  • Malicious files, viruses, malware, or executable code
  • Stolen or copyrighted content without proper authorization
  • Content containing real company logos or trademarks without permission
  • Adult content, sexually explicit material, or NSFW content
  • Content promoting hate speech, discrimination, or violence
  • Spam, advertisements, or unrelated files

7.2 Technical Requirements

File Size Limits:

  • Maximum 10 MB per individual upload
  • Maximum 10 MB total across all your marketplace uploads
  • Files exceeding limits will be automatically rejected

File Formats:

  • Only accepted file formats for ETS2 bus lines
  • Compressed archives must be in .zip format
  • No executable files (.exe, .bat, .cmd, .sh, etc.)

Quality Standards:

  • Routes must be tested and functional
  • Include clear installation instructions
  • Provide accurate descriptions of what the line includes
  • Screenshots or preview images recommended but not required

7.3 Upload Rules

Naming Conventions:

  • Use descriptive, professional names
  • No profanity or offensive language in file names
  • Format: "City/Region - Route Name" (e.g., "Prague - City Center Lines")

Descriptions:

  • Clearly describe what your bus line includes
  • List number of routes, stops, and any special features
  • Mention any dependencies or requirements
  • No spam, excessive capitalization, or misleading information

Updates:

  • You may update your uploads at any time
  • Updated files must still meet all technical and content requirements
  • Old versions are automatically replaced

7.4 Intellectual Property

Your Responsibility:

  • You must own or have rights to all content you upload
  • Real-world bus company logos require proper authorization
  • Don't upload content created by others without permission
  • Respect other creators' work and give credit where due

Our Rights:

  • We may remove content that violates IP rights
  • We respond to DMCA takedown notices
  • Repeat infringers may be permanently banned from marketplace uploads

7.5 Moderation and Enforcement

Review Process:

  • Uploads may be subject to review before appearing publicly
  • We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these rules
  • Removed content may be restored if issues are resolved

Consequences for Violations:

  • First violation: Warning and content removal
  • Repeated violations: Temporary marketplace ban (7-30 days)
  • Severe violations: Permanent marketplace ban
  • Malicious content: Permanent platform ban and potential legal action

Appeals:

  • If your content was removed in error, contact us at our support page
  • Include the content name and reason you believe it was wrongly removed
  • Appeals reviewed within 7 business days

7.6 User Downloads

For Users Downloading Content:

  • Download and use marketplace content at your own risk
  • We do not guarantee the quality or safety of user-uploaded content
  • Report problematic content using the report button
  • Scan downloaded files with antivirus software before use
  • Follow installation instructions carefully

Reporting Issues:

  • Report broken, malicious, or inappropriate content immediately
  • Include specific details about the problem
  • We investigate all reports and take appropriate action

8. Software Integrity

The Client: Using our software means you are cool with it sending driving data to our servers.

No Reverse Engineering: Please do not attempt to decompile or tamper with the client. We put a lot of work into it.

9. Final Word

Respect the road and respect each other. We are here to drive, not to litigate.

For questions or clarifications about these guidelines, reach out through our official support channels.