Community Guidelines

Flatmatch works because people treat each other with respect. These guidelines apply to profiles, listings, messages, and any other interaction on the platform. Breaking them can lead to content removal or account suspension under the Terms of Service.

18+ only

Flatmatch is for adults. You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or use the Service. Accounts found to belong to minors will be removed. Do not attempt to help anyone under 18 sign up.

No harassment

Do not send unwanted, repeated, threatening, or intimidating messages. If someone stops replying, respect that.

No discrimination

Do not exclude or target people based on ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or age (beyond the platform's 18+ requirement). Preferences about lifestyle (e.g., non-smoking home) are fine; discrimination is not.

No scams

Do not ask for money, deposits, or personal financial information before an in-person meeting and a verified, signed rental contract. Do not link to phishing sites or payment forms outside recognised channels.

No impersonation

Use your real first name and recent photos of yourself. Do not pretend to be someone else, a landlord you do not represent, or a business.

No illegal listings

Do not post listings that violate Portuguese housing, tenancy, or short-term rental regulations, or that facilitate illegal activity.

No abusive or sexual content

No sexually explicit content, nudity, or content that sexualises flatmate arrangements. No violent, hateful, or graphic content.

Respectful communication

Be clear, honest, and kind. Answer questions about the place or about yourself truthfully. If you are no longer interested, say so politely instead of ghosting when you can.

Enforcement

Use the Report and Block tools if you see a violation. Our moderation team reviews reports and may remove content, warn users, or suspend accounts. Serious or repeated violations can result in permanent bans.