Limiting access to Members Only section of forum

I think it's appropriate for a Gman site to have these qualifications. Maybe not for other types of forums, hence the clashing of ideas elsewhere. I think the more popular a forum is, or rather the reason for the forum, the need for such changes is greater.

With the forum I have for this other guy, I have a members' only section for things I feel only fans would understand. There is another section for fans who either I already know, or have a certain amount of posts, and with those qualifications, they have access to another part of the forum.

It's not that I'm hiding things, because you can't really hide anything online. It's more about what I feel comfortable sharing with those who would understand within the forum.

I made a similar suggestion to another Gerry site because things that were said and discussed were ending up being fodder for posters on JJ. Also, there was fan writing/poems, etc., that would be safer if on a more secure site as well. I suggested that only the forum be blocked to members only or have a members only section but no go. Also, I felt like if someone wanted to view news and pics, they should be a member and that would encourage membership. My suggestion was not met with, "Not for now, but we'll consider it." or "Good suggestions, but we like being exposed." Instead, the site owner basically attacked me for even making the suggestion. People need to lighten the eff up!

Donna's way is better making members at least post and participate.

Ger

It all depends on the owner. Maybe they wanted people to see what was on their forum. I think most forums, when they start, want people to find information that they have.

Even though we do have a members' only section, please be aware that whatever you say can be seen by others. Unless you want the whole world to know, don't say it.

Boringly Sane Number of posts : 8 Registration date : 2009-08-19

Oh but I'm new and I will try to check in everyday....get busy sometime....please don't keep me from being limited! Sad

Boringly Sane Number of posts : 8 Registration date : 2009-08-19

So If you're new and don't have 300 posts do we still get to meet with you Donna???? Mad

We get to meet Donna?

No one's limiting anyone, we just decided to limit the members only section to members who post regularly. The main reason is because I don't want people joining here simply to spy and report back to the "mothership" or wherever. Not to say you do that, Giny.....or anyone else here, for that matter. It's an extra level of protection for the members.

Who wants to meet Donna? scratch

Do we need a ticket?
Is there a raffle and, if so, is she first prize?
Will she give out ~~vouchers~~ gift cards?

But---but-----I've heard that Donna was dangerous. So, if we meet Donna, will restraints be involved? Nervous

Dangerous Donna! I like that.

Donna is dangerous if you lie, sneak, connive, or stab her in the back. Or say bad things about her kitties.

I don't know if the kitties are on leashes.

Boringly Sane Number of posts : 1 Registration date : 2012-03-19

Sounds very reasonable.

ya ya ya very nice !!!!!!!! i like it !!!!!!!

I have tweaked this a bit. I have removed access to a few members who haven't posted in quite a while.

I had originally made the rule for members with 300 or more posts... but there were those who haven't been on here in months. If you're active and participate, you're in. Wink

Yes, it's a bit more subjective this way. But I feel bad limiting access to good members simply because they don't have the minimum number of posts, while giving access to others who haven't even visited here in a while.

If you're an active poster and don't have access, please let me and/or Nay know.

You and Nay rock, DK!

Yeah right! People power .... all except Shar. Laughing

I totally agree with that. All good, active members included. Very Happy

You know, it's your forum, and the rules should be what you want. You're good, reasonable people, and you make good, reasonable rules. I like it here.

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