Spam, Netiquette, and Board Rules

[Silver_Wolf_Kitty]

First, I'd like to welcome any new members looking at this topic and any old members checking it over too =) The following topic includes an explanation of Spam and Netiquette and some basic rules before you post. I'd like to remind you to please read the Terms of Service which is found here. These are site rules and conditions, which you must always follow around the site AND on the forums.

The following paragraphs are taken from this topic here: Spam, Netiquette And Basic Forum Information. Read it for more information on forum posting.

SPAM.

1. Junk email that is sent to your inbox that you didn't sign up for, like advertising email or p*rn.

2. Stupid Pointless Annoying Messages. These can either be the same thread/post repeated over and over again, or threads/posts that consist of just a smilie or a LOL that serve no meaning whatsoever. It can also pertain to a thread started asking a question already answered in another thread or in a stickied FAQ, or an off topic thread.

3. Abusive/obscene posts that serve no purpose whatsover. That includes flaming, which basically means a fight between 2 or more forum members. Any topics that start to go that way here will be locked and the flame posts removed before the thread is reopened. Don't spoil someone else's thread by attacking another board member; if you have a problem with someone, PM either Miranda_ or Jessica.

4. Random posts. We have a thread that was made specifically for randomness; it can be found here: http://www.thedollpalace.com/forum/g...e-ere-2-a.html Post all your random thoughts and comments there; any that are posted as a new thread will be locked. Only make a thread if you have something important to say.

NETIQUETTE
Basically, board manners. A good site explaining netiquette far better than I could is here.

The moderators on TDP forums would greatly appreciate it if you did not spam(for if you do, it will be locked/deleted) and if you used basic netiquette .

BASIC RULES
1. Keep the posts clean. Meaning, keep swearing to a minimum, don't insult other members, don't post obscene pictures or smilies, etc etc. I stand by my right to edit your posts at anytime if I find them inappropriate.
2. If you have a problem with another member or a post of their's in this section, please send me a PM instead of creating a ranty topic or replying in a rude manner. Even better than PMing them, is PMing a moderator. We're here to help.
3. Other people have opinions too, please respect them. It's okay to disagree, not to bash and flame. Not only does it get the topic locked, but it makes you appear immature to other members.
4. Before posting a topic, remember to check if a topic regarding the one you want to post has been created before. Chances are it has, so please post there instead of repeating the topic.
5. Do NOT, I repeat do NOT advertise your website in this forum. It is not made for that and also is against the ToS. All topics regarding this WILL be deleted regardless of the member posting it.
6. I do do a major cleaning every 1-2 months, so yes post counts will go down. Most of these topics pertain to old topics with few posts and repeated topics, but do not complain if they go down.
7. Also, do not use chat speak excessively. The occasional "lol" is okay, but if your posts consist of only chat speak they will be deleted. There is no character limit, so get used to typing out words.
And remember, have fun. This is what the forums are about =)

-Your Friendly Neighborhood Moderator,
Kitty