User:Sohom Datta/CU policy

Paid editing

CheckUsers must not engage in paid editing while holding the CheckUser permission. For the purpose of this policy, "paid editing" is defined in accordance with the Wikimedia Foundation's Terms of Use, encompassing any contributions made in exchange for compensation, services or goods whether directly or indirectly, including consulting or employment arrangements that involve editing, using CU tools or administrative actions on Wikimedia projects. This restriction applies only to paid editing conducted during a CheckUser's tenure.

Individuals who previously engaged in paid editing may still be eligible to serve as CheckUsers, provided they have fully ceased such activity prior to appointment. Past paid editing is not necessarily disqualifying if disclosed, reviewed by the local community or elected Arbitration Committee and clearly no longer ongoing. Certain exemptions to the above apply. Wikimedia Foundation staff or the staff of any of Wikimedia Foundation's affiliates and community members participating in the Wikimedians-in-Residence programs are exempt provided these affiliations are clearly disclosed and all editing done as a part of Wikimedian-in-Residence.

Any CheckUser who intends to engage in paid editing must seek approval through a discussion with their local community or Arbitration Committee which granted them the rights. All CheckUsers regardless of whether they are affiliated to Wikimedian-in-Residence programs or have been allowed to do so by the community should refrain from using their tools in areas where they might have a conflict of interests.