The content moderation guidelines in this page provide guidance on how safely and responsibly use the Selfie Avatar feature on Synthesia. This page does not include the content moderation guidelines and restrictions that are applicable to final videos or any other content created through Synthesia, including the use of a custom avatar created with this video.

The content moderation guidelines for all Synthesia videos can be found here.

As with any experimental technology, there are some limitations. While we’ve worked hard to make Selfie Avatars as accurate and realistic as possible, you might encounter occasional issues during the generation process. For example:

The avatar may not always capture your physical likeness perfectly.
There may be instances where details like facial expressions or proportions differ slightly from your expectations.
Unexpected variations in appearance.

We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing your amazing creation! For more information check out this post about Selfie Avatars.

Selfies & Consent Video

To ensure that your new Selfie Avatar looks its best, you will have to follow a simple two step process:

Submit a few images of yourself - make sure to use your best angles!
Record a short video to ensure your Selfie Avatar creation is consensual.

Guidelines for your Uploaded Photos:

Images should be submitted by individuals 18 years or older.
All images must clearly show your full face, unobstructed by filters, heavy shadows, or accessories that cover a large portion of your face. We recommend you don’t use selfies using big accessories such as hats and sunglasses if you want the best results.
Your selfies should only feature yourself (no group photos please!).
Your selfies should be authentic and not have any appearance modifications
You must remain fully clothed in all of your selfies.
Any visible clothing or attire should be appropriate and refrain from hateful references or messages.

Guidelines for your Consent Video:

The video must show you clearly stating your full name and the passcode displayed on your screen.
We recommend you keep your background neutral and distraction-free, ensuring there aren't any loud or obstructive noises.
Any voice-modulation, pre-recorded, or edited audio/video is forbidden and will result in the rejection of your video.
Featuring another person in the video (in the background or front face) to state the consent code for you is forbidden and will result in the rejection of your video.
Any videos that include non-human elements in a fraudulent way, including but not limited to: realistic human-like dolls, prosthetics or characterizations, animals etc will result in the rejection of your video.

Prohibited Content:

Child Safety:	Minors Images: images that contain any underage person alone or with an adult companion CSAM or CSE Material: any images submitted that contain CSAM (Child Sexual Assault Material) or CSE (Child sexual Exploitation) depictions in any form. This includes but it’s not limited to any content that sexualizes or alludes to sexualizing minors, regardless of whether it involves actual children or it’s simulated (AI generated).
Violence and Dangerous Behavior:	Weapons Displayed or Pointed Toward the Camera: images where the individual is holding a weapons (e.g., guns, knives, swords). Depiction of Violence or Self-Harm: images where the user simulates or depicts violence toward themselves or others, including gestures that imply self-harm. Inappropriate Gestures: images including violent or intimidating hand gestures. Animal Harm: images that include explicit depictions of animal harm or animals sustaining any type of injury.
Identity based Hate and Hate Speech Symbols:	Any image with an individual representing or performing symbols known to be associated with hate or extremist groups or organizations. This includes visibly body markings, tattoos, or facial paint featuring offensive symbols, slurs, or extremist messages. Images that feature clothing, banners, face painting or posters that include any form of identity based hate text, symbolism or imagery.
Adult Nudity and Inappropriate Content:	Nudity or Partial Nudity: images where users are unclothed (e.g., shirtless or without visible clothing). Inappropriate Adult Content: explicit pornographic material. Images with partial or complete nudity intended for sexual arousal or gratification. Genitalia: images that contain genitalia or commonly covered body parts. This includes images that include gestures or body language that emphasises or focuses on specific body parts in an overtly sexual manner.
Substance Abuse and Illegal Activities	Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia: any image that includes visible drugs, drug paraphernalia, or signs of drug use. Alcoholic Beverages or Tobacco Products: images of visible alcohol or tobacco products especially in proximity to the face. Depiction of Illegal Activities: images that appear to show the user engaging in illegal activities (e.g., vandalism, theft, abuse).

Prompt Avatar Creation

Once your Selfie and Consent Video are ready, you will now be able to prompt different outfits and environments in which you want your Selfie Avatar to be. We are thrilled to see your creations!

To ensure yourself and the platform remains safe, we have ask you keep in mind the following guidelines when using this feature:

Prompts should always remain respectful, inclusive, and non-violent. Harassing, profane or discriminatory language will be flagged and may result in an account termination.
Prompts aimed at creating impersonation attempts of public figures, historical figures (e.g., MLK) or government or civil workers (e.g., law enforcement, military officials) will be rejected.
Prompts aimed at completely transforming and changing your personal physical characteristics will be rejected.

Prohibited Content:

Child Safety:	Attempting to create prompts that result in images of a minors. CSAM or CSE Material: prompting costumes that have images that CSAM (Child Sexual Assault Material) or CSE (Child sexual Exploitation) depictions. This includes but it’s not limited to graphic and non-graphic or explicit depictions of sexualized images involving minors. Including any content that sexualizes or alludes to sexualizing minors.
Violence and Dangerous Behavior:	Weapons: costumes where the character (avatar) holds any weapons (e.g., guns, knives, swords) both decoratively or in a violent manner. Depiction of Violence or Self-Harm: costumes where the user simulates or depicts violence toward themselves or others, including gestures that imply self-harm (e.g., pointing a gun at oneself, holding a sharp object toward the face, having open wounds or visible bodily harm). Inappropriate Gestures: costumes that include violent or intimidating hand gestures, such as holding fists up aggressively or using obscene hand signals (e.g., middle finger). Animal Harm: costumes that include explicit, graphic and non-graphic depictions of animal harm or animals sustaining any type of injury. Graphic Injury or Blood: costumes that include graphic depictions of visible injuries, blood, or makeup that simulates real wounds and/or injuries. Animal Cruelty or Harmful Actions: costumes that include scenarios representing harm toward animals, of animal harm or animals sustaining any type of injury.
Identity based Hate and Hate Speech Symbols:	Symbols of Hate or Extremism: any costumes with imagery or symbols known to be associated with identity based hate. This includes visibly body markings, tattoos, or facial paint featuring offensive symbols, slurs, or extremist messages. Discriminatory Clothing/ Background: costumes that appear with clothing, face painting or prosthetics in any manner to include identity based hate and hate speech. Violent Extremism: costumes associated with hate groups and violent extremism organizations or individuals. Religious or Cultural Appropriation: costumes or attire that misrepresent, disrespect, or inappropriately mimic religious or cultural symbols.
Adult Nudity and Inappropriate Content:	Nudity or Partial Nudity: costumes where either the character (Selfie Avatar) or background characters are unclothed. Inappropriate Adult Content: costumes of explicit sexual or pornographic nature. Costumes that contain partial or complete nudity intended for sexual arousal or gratification, including costumes that have visible uncovered genitalia or similar.
Substance Abuse and Illegal Activities:	Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia: costumes that include visible drugs, drug paraphernalia or signs of drug use. Alcoholic Beverages or Tobacco Products: costumes that include alcoholic or tobacco products. Depiction of Illegal Activities: images that appear to show the user engaging in illegal activities (e.g., vandalism, theft, abuse).
Impersonation: Official Uniforms & Others	Law enforcement: costumes that are meant to realistically impersonate law enforcement professionals. Individual and Public Figures: costumes that are a visible impersonation attempt of a real individual. Including public figures (e.g., celebrities), historical figures (dead or alive),etc.

Guide to Content Moderation

Harmful Behaviour: Violence, Criminal Behaviour and Dangerous Content

Safety: Safeguarding Individuals and Communities

Content Moderation FAQs

How do I create a Selfie Avatar? [Beta]