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Before 2020, NSFW warnings were for email and forums. Now, they are for instant messaging. Sending a funny but gory clip to a colleague via Slack is risky because:

This article unpacks the history, the etiquette, the legal ramifications, and the future of the NSFW label. Before 2020, NSFW warnings were for email and forums

Stay safe. Stay aware. And when in doubt, tag it NSFW. Stay safe

Content that deals with mature themes such as strong language, sexual references, or discussions about violence and abuse falls under the NSFW category. These themes might not necessarily include explicit media but are considered inappropriate for younger audiences or professional settings. Content that deals with mature themes such as

A user on a forum might want to share a clip from an R-rated movie or a cartoon with mild nudity. However, clicking that link in a fluorescent-lit office could result in a write-up from HR or even termination. Thus, the community invented the tag as a courtesy. It was a simple, blunt instrument: "Do not open this if your boss is standing behind you."