1. Introduction
Welcome to the OwlToilets community! By becoming an Owl, you’re helping people all over the world find clean, accessible, and well-maintained restrooms. To ensure our platform provides accurate and useful information, we’ve put together this guide to help you add and rate toilets like a pro!
2. Adding a Toilet: Best Practices
Step 1: Confirm the Location
When adding a new toilet, confirm that the address or location on the map is accurate. If you’re unsure, check nearby landmarks, street names, or ask locals for the exact name of the building or place.
Step 2: Provide Key Details
Make sure to include:
- Cleanliness Rating (from 1-5 stars)
- Accessibility (wheelchair-friendly, baby-changing stations, etc.)
- Toilet Type (public, gender-neutral, paid, etc.)
- Amenities (toilet paper, soap, hand dryers)
- Opening Hours (if it’s not open 24/7)
Step 3: Take Clear, Helpful Photos
When taking photos, avoid capturing people’s faces to respect privacy. Focus on important aspects like the cleanliness of the facility, available amenities (e.g., soap, hand dryers), signage, and whether it’s accessible for people with disabilities.
Step 4: Add Accessibility Information
If the toilet is accessible, mark the option for wheelchair accessibility and baby-changing stations. If it’s not accessible, let users know in your description.
3. Rating and Reviewing Toilets
Step 1: Be Honest and Objective
Rate the toilet based on cleanliness, functionality, and available amenities. Try to be as objective as possible, and provide constructive feedback that can help others make informed decisions.
Step 2: Share Useful Information
In your review, mention specific details like whether the toilet paper was stocked, if the soap dispensers worked, or if the restroom was overcrowded or poorly maintained.
Step 3: Keep It Respectful
We’re all here to help each other, so please be respectful in your reviews. Constructive criticism is welcome, but let’s keep the conversation friendly and helpful!
4. Reporting Inaccurate Information
Flagging Incorrect Details
If a toilet has been removed or information is incorrect, use the reporting feature to flag it for our team to review. Your contributions help keep the platform up-to-date and useful for everyone.
5. Taking Safety Precautions
When taking photos or checking a toilet’s amenities, always be aware of your surroundings. If you’re in a crowded area, take care to avoid capturing other people in your pictures, and if you feel unsafe, avoid taking photos and simply submit the necessary details.
6. Earning Owl Badges and Becoming a Top Contributor
Step 1: Contribute Regularly
By regularly adding toilets and leaving accurate ratings, you can earn Owl Badges like ‘Watchful Owl’ and ‘Wise Owl.’ These badges are a recognition of your contributions to making public spaces cleaner and more accessible.
Step 2: Strive for Quality
To earn higher badges, focus on providing complete, accurate, and high-quality submissions. Toilets with detailed information and photos are more likely to help the community and earn you more recognition.
7. Final Thoughts
By being an Owl, you’re making a difference in public hygiene and accessibility for people everywhere. Every review, photo, and rating you provide helps someone find a cleaner, safer restroom. Thank you for your contributions!”
