A suggestion about rules of engagement

[ShakyTheMohel]

I know how hard it must be to run a site like this...so thank you for that.

It feels like some people lately have been banned (not me) and they don't understand why. Now...it may be obvious and they may just lack self awareness...but...is it worth it to publish some examples of what gets you banned so people can avoid the pitfalls? I read the terms and rules...and they provide good direction, but maybe real examples would be helpful. I think you have done this in the past...and it helped.

Just a thought...thanks.

 

[CL82]

It is pretty tough to get banned on the BY, but if anyone needs better guidance, I suggest a new rule #1:

1. Try not to be a complete asshat.

 

[polycom]

It is pretty tough to get banned on the BY, but if anyone needs better guidance, I suggest a new rule #1:

1. Try not to be a complete asshat.

Irony is strong.

 

[CL82]

Irony is strong.

It sure is. Posters trying to censor another poster's posts now whining about being censored.
Be less of asshat and you won't have problems.

 

[polycom]

It sure is. Posters trying to censor another poster's posts now whining about being censored.
Be less of asshat, and you won't have problems.

lol sure thing boot licker

 

[CL82]

lol sure thing boot licker

Lol, have a little trouble with that whole being less of an asshat thing? Well...keep working on it,

 

[polycom]

Lol, have a little trouble with that whole being less of an asshat thing? Well...keep working on it,

Your position is a strange one you acknowledge your post was ironic. Then continue to swear at me. How do those boots taste? What’s your favorite one?

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

Hmm...sooo...are these posts examples of what not to do?

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

I know how hard it must be to run a site like this...so thank you for that.

It feels like some people lately have been banned (not me) and they don't understand why. Now...it may be obvious and they may just lack self awareness...but...is it worth it to publish some examples of what gets you banned so people can avoid the pitfalls? I read the terms and rules...and they provide good direction, but maybe real examples would be helpful. I think you have done this in the past...and it helped.

Just a thought...thanks.

Thanks for clarifying...thats helpful.

 

[polycom]

Thanks for clarifying...thats helpful.

Convo with yourself?

 

[temery]

Anyone who is banned got a warning with an explanation.

As for the 'pool, I gave everyone an option to use a separate board on another site, and they could say what they want without moderation. Everyone passed.

Personal insults and profanity are the #1 reasons.