To maintain a welcoming, productive, and enjoyable community for all users, the following rules are in place to prevent and manage spam signups. Violating these rules may result in warnings, suspension, or permanent bans.
1. No Automated Signups
- Bot-generated or automated signups are strictly prohibited. All user registrations must be completed manually. Accounts detected using automation or bots for creation will be banned immediately.
2. No Multiple or Fake Accounts
- Do not create multiple accounts for spamming purposes. This includes creating fake or duplicate accounts to evade bans or to post misleading content. All associated accounts will be banned.
3. No Inappropriate or Suspicious Usernames
- Do not use suspicious, inappropriate, or spam-like usernames. Accounts with random characters, URLs, or clear signs of spam in their usernames will be removed without warning.
4. Email Address Verification
- All new users must verify their email address before participating in the forum. Unverified accounts will be flagged and removed after a set period.
5. No Links in Profiles Upon Signup
- New accounts are not allowed to post links in their profiles immediately upon signup. Suspicious links will lead to account suspension.
6. Prohibited: Use of Disposable or Temporary Emails
- Do not use disposable email addresses to register for the forum. Accounts registered with temporary email services will be flagged and deleted.
7. Limited Posting for New Accounts
- New accounts will have limited posting capabilities during the first 24 hours to prevent spam. This includes restrictions on creating threads and posting links.
8. Flagging Suspicious Activity
- Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately. Users who notice spam signups, fake accounts, or suspicious behavior are encouraged to flag or report it to the moderation team for review.
9. Captcha and Anti-Spam Measures
- All new signups must complete Captcha verification to ensure the registration process is human and not automated.
10. Immediate Action Against Spammers
- Spammers will be banned immediately without warning, and their posts will be removed. Repeated offenses from the same IP or email domain may lead to a block.
