feat: latest updates to our content guidelines in 2024 (#270)

* latest updates to our content guidlies in 2024

* fixed broken links

* another fix to broken links

* added one more link

docs/for-content-creators/claiming-ownership-on-article.md

@@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ We never met authors who are not curious about their blog post’s stats. Today,
 
 ### Gain reputation points and build up your profile
 
-In case you’ve missed it in our previous announcements, here’s a brief about [What is reputation? How do I earn it?](../how-does-daily-dev-work/reputation.md)
+In case you’ve missed it in our previous announcements, here’s a brief about [What is reputation? How do I earn it?](../your-profile/reputation.md)
 
 We completely redesigned the profile to fit a new special section for your posts. That’s a great way to show your achievements to the world. And the best part? For every upvote your post earns, you will receive a +1 reputation point!
 
@@ -71,6 +71,6 @@ Keep in mind that we can only add posts that we're already picked up by daily.de
 * Step 4 - Add your Twitter handle
 * Step 5 - [Click here](mailto:[email protected]?subject=Add%20my%20posts%20retroactively&body=README%3A%20To%20add%20your%20posts%20retroactively%2C%20please%20reply%20with%20your%20username%20or%20a%20link%20to%20your%20profile%20on%20daily.dev.%20Keep%20in%20mind%20that%20we%20can%20only%20add%20posts%20that%20we're%20already%20picked%20up%20by%20daily.dev.%20Not%20sure%20if%20your%20post%20appeared%20in%20our%20feed%3F%20Try%20searching%20its%20headline%20here%3A%20https%3A%2F%2Fapp.daily.dev%2Fsearch) or email us to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]?subject=Add%20my%20posts%20retroactively&body=README%3A%20To%20add%20your%20posts%20retroactively%2C%20please%20reply%20with%20your%20username%20or%20a%20link%20to%20your%20profile%20on%20daily.dev.%20Keep%20in%20mind%20that%20we%20can%20only%20add%20posts%20that%20we're%20already%20picked%20up%20by%20daily.dev.%20Not%20sure%20if%20your%20post%20appeared%20in%20our%20feed%3F%20Try%20searching%20its%20headline%20here%3A%20https%3A%2F%2Fapp.daily.dev%2Fsearch)
 
-## How to get your post listed on daily.dev?
+## How to get your content featured on daily.dev?
 
-Check out this guide about [getting listed on daily.dev](../how-does-daily-dev-work/how-to-get-featured.md).
+Check out this guide about[getting featured on daily.dev](/for-content-creators/how-to-get-featured.md).

docs/for-content-creators/content-guidelines.md

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 ## Introduction
 
-Welcome to our content guidelines  This page is your comprehensive guide to understanding the core principles and standards that shape the content on our platform. Whether you're a content creator, developer, or enthusiast exploring the wide variety of resources on our platform, these guidelines serve as the blueprint for our commitment to quality, innovation, and ethics. 
+Welcome to our content guidelines! This page is your comprehensive guide to understanding the core principles and standards that shape the content on our platform. Whether you're a content creator, developer, or enthusiast exploring the wide variety of resources on our platform, these guidelines serve as the blueprint for our commitment to quality, innovation, and ethics. As you plan to feature your content on daily.dev, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the [different ways to get your content on daily.dev](../for-content-creators/how-to-get-featured.md), alongside these guidelines.
 
 In this document, we provide detailed guidance on what we look for in content, what we prioritize, and under what conditions we might remove content. These guidelines are not only a reference for anyone who creates or submits content to daily.dev, but also an insight into our dedication to maintaining a respectful, diverse, and valuable community.
 
 Take a moment, dive in, and let's create an enriching and inspiring space together!
 
 :::tip
-These guidelines are key to your journey on our platform. By aligning your content with our standards, you not only enhance the quality of our community but also build your reputation as a trusted source of knowledge. Conversely, content that fails to comply may lead to a reduction in reputation points. The respect and trust you earn from our community are invaluable, so we encourage you to take these guidelines seriously. For more insights on how reputation works, please visit our [reputation guide](../how-does-daily-dev-work/reputation.md).
+These guidelines are key to your journey on our platform. By aligning your content with our standards, you not only enhance the quality of our community but also build your reputation as a trusted source of knowledge. Conversely, content that fails to comply may lead to a reduction in reputation points. The respect and trust you earn from our community are invaluable, so we encourage you to take these guidelines seriously. For more insights on how reputation works, please visit our [reputation guide](../your-profile/reputation.md)
 :::
 
 ### What content are we looking for?
 
 ✅ Relevant, fresh and up-to-date content for developers.
 
-✅ Professional and well-written content.
+✅ Professional and well-produced textual or video content.
 
 ✅ Novel, innovative, and trending content that inspires developers.
 
@@ -42,13 +42,13 @@ In our ongoing effort to maintain a balanced content inventory on the platform,
 
 ❌ Content that is irrelevant for developers.
 
-❌ Content that is used only or primarily for self-promotion.
+❌ Content that is used only or primarily for self-promotion or any other type of promotion.
 
-❌ Content that is not written in English.
+❌ Content that is not in English.
 
 ❌ Content from sources that were not active in the past three months or more.
 
-❌ Content from sources that don't provide an RSS feed available for public use.
+❌ Content from sources that don't provide an RSS feed or Atom feed available for public use.
 
 ❌ Content about politically-oriented topics.
 
@@ -72,19 +72,15 @@ In our ongoing effort to maintain a balanced content inventory on the platform,
 
 ### Additional guidelines for corporate blogs
 
-In addition to the general guidelines above, corporate blogs that wish to pass the review process should also consider the following specific guidelines:
-
-✅ Content from a dedicated RSS feed that is free of promotional material or company updates such as press releases, customer use cases, funding announcements, product updates, or any similar content.
-
-### Additional guidelines for personal blogs
-
-At the moment, the basic rule of thumb in our review process is that we do not approve personal blogs as sources. However, we recently started working gradually towards allowing personal blogs on the platform. During this interim period, we will only approve personal blogs that meet specific criteria. If you're submitting a personal blog for review, please ensure it meets the following guidelines:
-
-✅ Personal blog of a global thought leader who has a significant impact on the developer community.
+:::info
+[Update January 2024] Corporate blogs are no longer eligible to be added as sources on daily.dev. Instead, we encourage corporations to [open a Squad](../squads/creating-your-squad.md) on our platform to share their content. We recognize the legacy of existing corporate blogs on daily.dev and plan to gradually migrate these sources to Squads, ensuring a seamless transition while adhering to our updated guidelines.
+:::
 
-✅ Focused on niche topics that cater to specific and non-mainstream interests.
+### Additional guidelines for personal blogs and indie content creators
 
-Please note that these additional guidelines for personal blogs are subject to change as we continue to refine our review process.
+:::info
+[Update January 2024] As part of our ongoing platform evolution, personal blogs are no longer eligible to be added as sources on daily.dev as of January 2024. Personal bloggers and content creators are encouraged to [create a Squad](../squads/creating-your-squad.md) to share their content with our community. We acknowledge the presence of personal blogs that have historically been part of daily.dev, and we are committed to transitioning these sources to Squads in a gradual and considerate manner.
+:::
 
 ### Update regarding AI-generated content
 

docs/for-content-creators/how-to-get-featured.md

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+---
+sidebar_position: 0
+---
+
+# How to get featured?
+
+## Overview
+
+We're thrilled to see your interest in sharing your content on our platform. This guide is designed to help you navigate the various methods available for featuring your content on daily.dev. Whether you're an individual developer, a content creator, or representing a company, these pathways will enable you to effectively reach and engage with our diverse and vibrant developer community. Let's explore how you can maximize your impact on daily.dev and connect with developers worldwide.
+
+## Methods to Feature Your Content on daily.dev
+
+There are three primary ways to have your content featured on daily.dev:
+
+1. **Start a Squad**: A Squad is a group where you and other developers can come together around your content on daily.dev. You can think of Squads like any other online group but geared specifically towards developers. Create a Squad on daily.dev, publish content, share with the community, and build a following. 
+2. **Suggest a Source**: At daily.dev, we automatically collect posts from a lot of unique sources across the web. All of our sources have been added following a request we got from the community. That's an essential part of our community-driven approach.
+3. **Community Picks**: Community Picks are posts that are sourced by the community. With Community Picks you can submit links that are added to the daily.dev feed. These posts can be from nearly any website / online publication, not just from our pre-qualified sources.
+
+## Eligibility and Ideal Users for Each Method
+
+| Method                | Eligibility Criteria                                                                                       | Ideal For                                      |
+|-----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|
+| **Squads**     | Open to all daily.dev users.                                                                               | Individual developers, content creators, and companies looking to build a community and followership. |
+| **Sources**   | Must own a well-known publication or developer blogging platform. Corporate and personal blogs are excluded. | Owners of established publications or platforms in the developer community, excluding corporate and personal blogs. |
+| **Community Picks**   | Available to all daily.dev users.                                                                          | Any daily.dev user with more than 250 reputation points. Suitable for those who want to share valuable content with the community, regardless of authorship. |
+
+:::note
+Remember, all content featured on daily.dev must adhere to our [content guidelines](/for-content-creators/content-guidelines.md), irrespective of the method chosen for submission.
+:::
+
+### 1. Starting a Squad
+
+Create a Squad on daily.dev to actively engage with the community by sharing your content. This feature is ideal for individuals, professional content creators, and companies seeking to establish a strong online presence and grow their audience on daily.dev. 
+
+As a Squad leader, you'll have the unique opportunity to create a dedicated space for your content, interact with your Squad members, and foster a community around your shared interests or expertise. Whether you're an individual blogger, a tech influencer, or a corporate entity, starting a Squad can significantly amplify your reach within the developer community.
+
+→ [Learn more about Starting a Squad](../squads/creating-your-squad.md)
+
+### 2. Suggesting a Source
+
+If you're the owner of a prominent publication or a developer-focused blogging platform, you can submit your platform to be a content source on daily.dev. This method is specifically designed for established publications in the tech and developer sphere. By submitting your platform, the content you produce is automatically considered for featuring on daily.dev, providing a wider reach and greater visibility. It's important to note that this does not include corporate or personal blogs, ensuring the content remains diverse and community-focused. Ideal for publishers seeking to enhance their distribution and connect with a broader audience of developers.
+
+→ [Learn more about suggesting a source](/for-content-creators/suggest-new-source.md)
+
+### 3. Community Picks
+
+The Community Picks feature on daily.dev is open to all users, offering a democratic way to share and promote content. Whether you're the author or simply a fan of a great article, you can submit individual links for the community to discover. This feature is particularly useful for highlighting valuable and insightful content that may otherwise go unnoticed. Although Community Picks is set to be phased out, it currently serves as a powerful tool for content discovery and sharing within the developer community.
+
+→ [Learn more about Community Picks](../key-features/community-picks.md)
+
+## Wrap up
+
+Getting your content featured on daily.dev is a clear and user-friendly process. Each method offered - Starting a Squad, Submitting a Source, or utilizing Community Picks - caters to different needs and goals. Your choice should align with your content strategy and intended audience. 
+
+Remember, adhering to our content guidelines is crucial, regardless of the method you select. This ensures a positive and constructive environment for all members of the daily.dev community. By following these paths, you can effectively showcase your content and engage with a diverse and dynamic audience of developers and tech enthusiasts.