We would like to address the valid concerns that have been raised by our community regarding the implementation of IMVU's Minimum Coverage Guidelines (MCG). We highly appreciate your feedback and want to assure you that your voices are being heard. Your input is crucial in helping us create a more inclusive and transparent environment for both creators and users.
Clarification on MCG Implementation
We understand that some users are experiencing confusion about how to implement the MCG. Specifically, there are questions about the acceptability of using an MCG opacity map (mcg) wider than the red area. We are actively working on providing more detailed guidelines and examples to clarify this aspect.
Identifying Manipulated MCG/Body
To address concerns about identifying manipulated MCG or body shapes, we are exploring ways to improve our review and flagging processes. Our goal is to make the identification of non-compliant content more accurate and transparent.
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We hear your request for sample bodies that conform to the MCG rules, especially on newer mesh bodies. We are actively working on providing these examples to ensure that creators have clear guidance.
Public Understanding and Peer Review
We acknowledge the need for clearer communication during peer reviews. We are committed to providing examples of compliant bodies and exploring standardized mcg skin coverage based on body sizes to enhance clarity and understanding during the review process.
Inconsistent Enforcement
We are aware of concerns about inconsistent enforcement of MCG guidelines. We are actively working to improve our processes to ensure fair and consistent enforcement across all products.
Personal Conflict in Flagging
We take your concerns about flagging seriously and will investigate any instances of unfair flagging. We are working on creating a more transparent and impartial flagging system.
Derived Products and Ratings
We are aware of the concerns surrounding derived products and how they are rated. We will explore ways to ensure that ratings are applied fairly and consistently.
Improved Communication and Collaboration
Finally, we want to emphasize our commitment to better communication and collaboration with the creator community. We value your input and will actively seek your feedback to improve our guidelines and enforcement processes.
We want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through these concerns. Our aim is to create an environment where everyone can enjoy IMVU while adhering to guidelines that ensure a positive and safe experience for all.
Please continue to share your thoughts and suggestions with us, as they are invaluable in shaping the future of IMVU. Together, we can make IMVU a better place for all members of our community.
Update:We have updated the MCG section of the Creator Education Center with some additional details and clarification. An anchor has been made for easy access to the updated section. Please note that we'll continue to update this page as the ongoing internal/external conversation regarding MCG continues.
@SavingGrace (Customer) always wonder that myself - ig when windows in 2025 no longer support 32 bit/IMVU Client only desktop/studio/mobile be available to us - be koolz if kids were separate from adults, get AP ur adult play here or go over there lol
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no i mean like. live chat sends it in to be reviewed by a team for approval.
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It puzzles me how IMVU can have 4 different platforms that they have to manage and support BUT they can't put the kids on their own apart from adults
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BINGO -- I'll tell you why they are doing it and it has nothing to do with "save the children" that is the guise they are all using. They are getting us use to a censorship model that all the other Big Tech platforms are being pressured into as well by the globalist agenda... same as Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, Twitter, etc. Remember IMVU is California which is a democrat state under Newsome But it makes me shake my head when I can't say certain phrases that are not harmful in chat and yet they can rate a shirt that says "I NEED HEAD" as GA in the shop.
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@Sindee Lol I know right! Deriving helps my brain stay active. I love finding my creative side!
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@WolfSpirit29 (Customer) ty again for that insight - so we sit back and wait for answers good time to learn knitting think its going to awhile haha - I and my fiancée are addicted to creating i am happy we can design/create here for ourselves and shop, always learning keeps my brain out of trouble
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@Sindee Yup! 100% agree! Omg I laugh every time the old clothing items come up. Yikes! U can often tell a new "creator/dev" when they use an old clothing item that does not have smooth shoulders. A sweet nice model I had several years back pointed that out to me, so now when in doubt I look at the shoulders. If they have many angles on them and crop/cut when avi arms are folded I don't use that mesh.
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I installed desktop/studio long time ago so mb better now ty for info - feel like Client Creators left out in cold to freeze pixel death, shop doors locked (c my face against glass pounding door?) if we don't use Studio - think Client Creators are important too so IMVU should promote IMVU Client Creators equal to IMVU Studio Creators in my humble opinion - since im ranting can someone in IMVU fix shop 'searches' sheesh all the old avatar clothing pops up
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@Sindee Yes I remember every night over 100k ppl online. Now I rarely see 50k each night. But according to IMVU their #'s have grown & they're doint great! Lol delusion at its finest!
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@SavingGrace Have u tried contacting cust service live & have them look at the room? They have (or did have) that ability several years ago with a clothing item I had the same issue with. They took a few mins to look at it & changed the rating for me.
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Sorry my intro is off subject - I have been creating on IMVU Client Creator for a few years now, last year IMVU took away point value of triggers songs on our tiers, atm waiting for answer if dj lights have also took away point value on our tiers (almost 2wks, no answer back case still pending) - Hoping MCG manipulation is clarified very soon, so we can get back to creating for All Body Types - but anyhoo I am IMVU member for over 7 years (2 accounts) have seen steady decline of membership, decline in shop sales ?anyone remember 100k online? - would like IMVU to promote IMVU Client more tried Desktop and o my not doing that version and Studio is no substitute for Client Creator atm, plus desktop and studio will glitch with IMVU client if all are installed - enjoyed all the threads on this discussion btw
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Another issue worth pointing out in the ratings model for deriving from room meshes is this .... A derivable room in the catalog that someone though it would be fun to perverse with a certain adult/sexual texture and has it rated as AP which is fine - but it's the only one I can derive my product from -- now I have derived and my submission has nothing AP in the mesh, poses or textures at all - it's a clean version and yet I am not permitted to change the rating when submitting to the catalog -- there is a major flaw in your model. This room is a church and now GA people can not enter the room. I guess Vu assumes too much and doesn't think about different scenarios when you configure things.
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Yes - I meant a live post to Feed from a public room - of course you can upload anything as long as your AVI itself is not wearing AP haha .. My concern is more that someone can be donning AP and enter your GA room.
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@WolfSpirit29 With this many replies and two threads that are just my own, yeah, it's hard to keep up. I've stopped responding at this point because it takes too long to find the threads. I'm not here to read and respond to everyone's threads that I was not specifically being spoken to. I don't work for imvu. I came here to speak my peace to the new person in charge of Rigs position. Thank you for your apology. @AfroVibes these threads can be very confusing and yes, I was responding to the above message not to anyone person on this thread. I think there is some really deep seeded hatred here for developers and imvu. Be safe out there.
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@shopdaisylogo Im a dev and if I got REAL credits & not worthless promo credits I WOULD go in and do peer review on a regular basis!!
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Posted by “Saturi” on September 19, 2023.
[Archived]We would like to address the valid concerns that have been raised by our community regarding the implementation of IMVU's Minimum Coverage Guidelines (MCG). We highly appreciate your feedback and want to assure you that your voices are being heard. Your input is crucial in helping us create a more inclusive and transparent environment for both creators and users.
Clarification on MCG Implementation
We understand that some users are experiencing confusion about how to implement the MCG. Specifically, there are questions about the acceptability of using an MCG opacity map (mcg) wider than the red area. We are actively working on providing more detailed guidelines and examples to clarify this aspect.
Identifying Manipulated MCG/Body
To address concerns about identifying manipulated MCG or body shapes, we are exploring ways to improve our review and flagging processes. Our goal is to make the identification of non-compliant content more accurate and transparent.
Sample Compliant Bodies
We hear your request for sample bodies that conform to the MCG rules, especially on newer mesh bodies. We are actively working on providing these examples to ensure that creators have clear guidance.
Public Understanding and Peer Review
We acknowledge the need for clearer communication during peer reviews. We are committed to providing examples of compliant bodies and exploring standardized mcg skin coverage based on body sizes to enhance clarity and understanding during the review process.
Inconsistent Enforcement
We are aware of concerns about inconsistent enforcement of MCG guidelines. We are actively working to improve our processes to ensure fair and consistent enforcement across all products.
Personal Conflict in Flagging
We take your concerns about flagging seriously and will investigate any instances of unfair flagging. We are working on creating a more transparent and impartial flagging system.
Derived Products and Ratings
We are aware of the concerns surrounding derived products and how they are rated. We will explore ways to ensure that ratings are applied fairly and consistently.
Improved Communication and Collaboration
Finally, we want to emphasize our commitment to better communication and collaboration with the creator community. We value your input and will actively seek your feedback to improve our guidelines and enforcement processes.
We want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through these concerns. Our aim is to create an environment where everyone can enjoy IMVU while adhering to guidelines that ensure a positive and safe experience for all.
Please continue to share your thoughts and suggestions with us, as they are invaluable in shaping the future of IMVU. Together, we can make IMVU a better place for all members of our community.
Update: We have updated the MCG section of the Creator Education Center with some additional details and clarification. An anchor has been made for easy access to the updated section. Please note that we'll continue to update this page as the ongoing internal/external conversation regarding MCG continues.
https://create.imvu.com/articles/studio/imvu-studio-understanding-minimum-coverage-guidelines/#mcg-specifics
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Posted by “Sindee” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@SavingGrace (Customer) always wonder that myself - ig when windows in 2025 no longer support 32 bit/IMVU Client only desktop/studio/mobile be available to us - be koolz if kids were separate from adults, get AP ur adult play here or go over there lol
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Posted by “C0Y” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]no i mean like. live chat sends it in to be reviewed by a team for approval.
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Posted by “SavingGrace” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]It puzzles me how IMVU can have 4 different platforms that they have to manage and support BUT they can't put the kids on their own apart from adults
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Posted by “SavingGrace” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]BINGO -- I'll tell you why they are doing it and it has nothing to do with "save the children" that is the guise they are all using. They are getting us use to a censorship model that all the other Big Tech platforms are being pressured into as well by the globalist agenda... same as Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, Twitter, etc. Remember IMVU is California which is a democrat state under Newsome But it makes me shake my head when I can't say certain phrases that are not harmful in chat and yet they can rate a shirt that says "I NEED HEAD" as GA in the shop.
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Posted by “WolfSpirit29” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@Sindee Lol I know right! Deriving helps my brain stay active. I love finding my creative side!
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Posted by “Sindee” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@WolfSpirit29 (Customer) ty again for that insight - so we sit back and wait for answers good time to learn knitting think its going to awhile haha - I and my fiancée are addicted to creating i am happy we can design/create here for ourselves and shop, always learning keeps my brain out of trouble
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Posted by “WolfSpirit29” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@Sindee Yup! 100% agree! Omg I laugh every time the old clothing items come up. Yikes! U can often tell a new "creator/dev" when they use an old clothing item that does not have smooth shoulders. A sweet nice model I had several years back pointed that out to me, so now when in doubt I look at the shoulders. If they have many angles on them and crop/cut when avi arms are folded I don't use that mesh.
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Posted by “Sindee” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]I installed desktop/studio long time ago so mb better now ty for info - feel like Client Creators left out in cold to freeze pixel death, shop doors locked (c my face against glass pounding door?) if we don't use Studio - think Client Creators are important too so IMVU should promote IMVU Client Creators equal to IMVU Studio Creators in my humble opinion - since im ranting can someone in IMVU fix shop 'searches' sheesh all the old avatar clothing pops up
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Posted by “WolfSpirit29” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@Sindee Yes I remember every night over 100k ppl online. Now I rarely see 50k each night. But according to IMVU their #'s have grown & they're doint great! Lol delusion at its finest!
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Posted by “WolfSpirit29” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]@SavingGrace Have u tried contacting cust service live & have them look at the room? They have (or did have) that ability several years ago with a clothing item I had the same issue with. They took a few mins to look at it & changed the rating for me.
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Posted by “Sindee” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]Sorry my intro is off subject - I have been creating on IMVU Client Creator for a few years now, last year IMVU took away point value of triggers songs on our tiers, atm waiting for answer if dj lights have also took away point value on our tiers (almost 2wks, no answer back case still pending) - Hoping MCG manipulation is clarified very soon, so we can get back to creating for All Body Types - but anyhoo I am IMVU member for over 7 years (2 accounts) have seen steady decline of membership, decline in shop sales ?anyone remember 100k online? - would like IMVU to promote IMVU Client more tried Desktop and o my not doing that version and Studio is no substitute for Client Creator atm, plus desktop and studio will glitch with IMVU client if all are installed - enjoyed all the threads on this discussion btw
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Posted by “SavingGrace” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]Another issue worth pointing out in the ratings model for deriving from room meshes is this .... A derivable room in the catalog that someone though it would be fun to perverse with a certain adult/sexual texture and has it rated as AP which is fine - but it's the only one I can derive my product from -- now I have derived and my submission has nothing AP in the mesh, poses or textures at all - it's a clean version and yet I am not permitted to change the rating when submitting to the catalog -- there is a major flaw in your model. This room is a church and now GA people can not enter the room. I guess Vu assumes too much and doesn't think about different scenarios when you configure things.
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Posted by “SavingGrace” on September 30, 2023.
[Archived]Yes - I meant a live post to Feed from a public room - of course you can upload anything as long as your AVI itself is not wearing AP haha .. My concern is more that someone can be donning AP and enter your GA room.
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Posted by “Fleurty” on September 29, 2023.
[Archived]@WolfSpirit29 With this many replies and two threads that are just my own, yeah, it's hard to keep up. I've stopped responding at this point because it takes too long to find the threads. I'm not here to read and respond to everyone's threads that I was not specifically being spoken to. I don't work for imvu. I came here to speak my peace to the new person in charge of Rigs position. Thank you for your apology. @AfroVibes these threads can be very confusing and yes, I was responding to the above message not to anyone person on this thread. I think there is some really deep seeded hatred here for developers and imvu. Be safe out there.
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Posted by “WolfSpirit29” on September 29, 2023.
[Archived]@shopdaisylogo Im a dev and if I got REAL credits & not worthless promo credits I WOULD go in and do peer review on a regular basis!!
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