Post by bigballofyarn on Apr 28, 2009 10:17:35 GMT -5
-Updated February 2023-
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1. All ProBoards forums must abide by the Terms of Service. These rules state that "User's web site may not contain content promoting the use of illegal drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, nudity, or any other form of adult content, profanity, hate, spam, fraud, racism, mlm, pyramid schemes, or promote any illegal activity."
2. Please do not hotlink to images. Hotlinking is defined as the use of a linked object, often an image, from one site into a web page belonging to a second site. You may use many a free image host such as imgbb.com/.
3. Debates and intellectual discussions are encouraged. However, if it's taken to a destructive and harassing level, the thread may be locked or removed. If this happens, please do not create a new thread on the same topic.
4. You may advertise your site in your custom text, signature, and even make a thread asking for opinions on how to improve it. However, spamming is not allowed.
5. Announcements are made periodically and will allow replies for up to one week. If an announcement has been locked that you would like to comment on, please direct your inquiry to the comments and suggestions board.
6. If you are interested in making a test post as a guest, please see the thread located here.
7. We no longer accept requests for affiliation.
8. Problems you have with members on other forums should not be brought to this forum. If you have a personality clash with a member, please utilize the block feature. Do not bring to public something that should be kept private.
Accounts/Registration:
Do I have to register to post on this forum?
-Yes. Registration is free.
Why do I have to put in my email address and activate my account?
-Account activations and approvals are enabled to help prevent spam, and keep our content private. Once we verify that you aren't a spammer, your account should be approved the same day.
Avatars/Signatures:
What size avatars are allowed?
-120x120 or smaller
Can I use my own image?
-You may use any image you like as long as it abides by the Proboards TOS.
How long is my signature allowed to be?
-You may use a maximum of 400 characters. Try not to use over-sized images. They may cause threads to load slower for members on slower internet connections.
Help & Support:
Who are the moderators and staff members?
-You can see all staff members by clicking here. You can also view the main page of the forum to see the moderator listed for each section.
Can I be a moderator?
-We do not accept moderator requests. Moderator positions are offered and appointed as needed.
What do I do if I have a problem with another member on the forum?
-If someone is harassing you within a thread, simply click on the "Report to Mod" link within the thread and explain the violation.
-If someone is harassing you via private message, send a quote or screenshot of the violation to the administrator account.
What can I do if I lost my username or password?
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Posting in General:
Can I use HTML instead of UBB code?
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Can I attach files to my posts?
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How come some of the words in my posts were converted to asterisks?
-You most likely used a vulgar word and it has been censored.
Where can I go if I need additional support?
-Stop by the Comment Box and start a new thread.
How can I add an image or video to my post?
bigballofyarn.proboards.com/thread/37989/inserting-images-videos-posts
What is reputation and how did I earn it?
Reputation is earned by posting on the forum and promoting good behavior. Part of your forum reputation is calculated by the number of likes you receive, and the rest is top secret!
