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Topic: Unofficial list of (official) Bitcointalk.org rules, guidelines, FAQ - page 33. (Read 1069180 times)

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Is making consecutive posts acceptable?
There was a discussion on this here, but I would like this to be clarified.

An example is this thread
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1066885.1780

The last 100+ posts have been made by the same user.
Multiple posts in a single day....

That's fucking ridiculous. He has over 250 posts all in a row talking to no one but himself and he's already nearly made ten posts today alone. It's clear nobody is interested in his tips and is likely only doing it for signature payment but there's no reason why the daily updates can't all be in one post. I've notified Marco but at the very least I reckon it's spam and violates the one bump per 24 hour rule but not sure how that should be handled as there's a major clean up needed. I've asked the admins for clarification on double/multi-posting but in my opinion it's blatant spam and completely unnecessary (and same goes for others double/triple/quadruple posting when there's no apparent need for it).
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Is making consecutive posts acceptable?
There was a discussion on this here, but I would like this to be clarified.

An example is this thread
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1066885.1780

The last 100+ posts have been made by the same user.
Multiple posts in a single day....

IMHO no, the majority of them could be just a single post.

That is my opinion as well. He does have a pay/post signature (I am not sure if he is paid for these posts).
I would like clarity on this in general, before I start flagging similar posts.

Not all bit-x are pay per post AFAIK, some have fixed deals. The issue is unrelated to the signature though. The thread is bumped constantly thus keeping it on the first page. So its a violation of rule 13.
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Is making consecutive posts acceptable?
There was a discussion on this here, but I would like this to be clarified.

An example is this thread
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1066885.1780

The last 100+ posts have been made by the same user.
Multiple posts in a single day....

IMHO no, the majority of them could be just a single post.

That is my opinion as well. He does have a pay/post signature (I am not sure if he is paid for these posts).
I would like clarity on this in general, before I start flagging similar posts.
copper member
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No I dont escrow anymore.
Is making consecutive posts acceptable?
There was a discussion on this here, but I would like this to be clarified.

An example is this thread
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1066885.1780

The last 100+ posts have been made by the same user.
Multiple posts in a single day....

IMHO no, the majority of them could be just a single post.
legendary
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Is making consecutive posts acceptable?
There was a discussion on this here, but I would like this to be clarified.

An example is this thread
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1066885.1780

The last 100+ posts have been made by the same user.
Multiple posts in a single day....
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Doesn't seem to be anything about unsolicited PMs can get you a ban etc so.
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29. Sending unsolicited PMs, including but not limited to advertising and flood, is not allowed.

If you have have suggestions for more examples of such PMs, I'll be glad to add it in.

EDIT:

Also clarified on one FAQ question. Bolded the parts in the answer that I added in:

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Q: What about deleting DOXes?
A: Nope, we don't delete them either as long as they are on topic and the information can be obtained legally (no SSNs for example). Why? Because such doxing is just compiling information about a user already available publicly, often via search engines.
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Doesn't seem to be anything about unsolicited PMs can get you a ban etc.
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Theymos: "Approximately 1 year from now" XP


Uh oh. We're nearing "2 years from now"! Has Theymos given us an update on the new forum? I literally can't wait.
Technically it said that the forum was coming after February 2015; it is still after February right? I don't think that he has told the public much about it, but there is going to be a public beta soon (as was told long ago). People just need to be more patient. The more time is spent on it, the better it is going to be.
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Theymos: "Approximately 1 year from now" XP


Uh oh. We're nearing "2 years from now"! Has Theymos given us an update on the new forum? I literally can't wait.
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For example, if I was a moderator and I genuinely thought that posting about other cryptocurrencies that are not Bitcoin was against the rules, I could just ban everyone that makes such an action.
Moderators do not ban members, it is usually done by either BadBear or theymos. You're welcome.
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Number 25 really needs to go.

Why? Its the only reason a ban has a lasting affect on persistant spammers.
For all we know, an interpretation of the rules for any moderator could mean several different aspects.


For example, if I was a moderator and I genuinely thought that posting about other cryptocurrencies that are not Bitcoin was against the rules, I could just ban everyone that makes such an action. There needs to be a set of rules to follow, and number 25 is implying self made rules created by moderators, and not rules that were made in agreement of the entire community or staff.


As for Lauda and their contradictions, I have updated my post in my "PSA: Lauda: a staff member's contradictions".
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Why? Its the only reason a ban has a lasting affect on persistant spammers.
It should not go. Anyone who is evading deserves such a punishment.
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Number 25 really needs to go.

Why? Its the only reason a ban has a lasting affect on persistant spammers.
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Number 25 really needs to go.
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Just read the whole thread and it was a great source of information. I am now sure what to do and what not and it will be absolutely important in my stay on bitcointalk.org to follow the rules.

Thank you so much mprep, for this post.
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My point was actually that because a lot of terms (i.e. altcoin, cryptocurrency, etc.) do not have a direct (or official) translation in most languages that it would be difficult. I was actually spending more time figuring out how properly add things like 'FUD'. If you understand German or Croatian (doubtful), you could use those for help (I did not check the other two translations). I usually left links explaining some terms that have no direct translation or have one that I'm not aware of.

Well, we can understand it better if terms that were used are either Taglish (or mixed Tagalog and English) or pure Filipino. It's true that there are some words that cannot be translated directly into another language, but mixing local and foreign words into a sentence to create context is always a good workaround with these kind of translations. Word for word translation isn't that much needed as long as there is context among what is written.
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For the parts of the german translation I helped write I tried to add a bit more info to translate the spirit of the rule. I think it also helps if several people work on this as its easier to keep it updated (there are a few changes from time to time) and understandable. Maybe you can get someone to chime in.

I might look on adding some extra details on a certain part of the OP wherein it is a bit complex to understand in our own language when translated. And you're right, it is better to have someone who can help me start with translating. Doing this alone would require me a lot of time (though there isn't a need for it to be rushed.)
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My point was actually that because a lot of terms (i.e. altcoin, cryptocurrency, etc.) do not have a direct (or official) translation in most languages that it would be difficult. I was actually spending more time figuring out how properly add things like 'FUD'. If you understand German or Croatian (doubtful), you could use those for help (I did not check the other two translations). I usually left links explaining some terms that have no direct translation or have one that I'm not aware of.

Well, we can understand it better if terms that were used are either Taglish (or mixed Tagalog and English) or pure Filipino. It's true that there are some words that cannot be translated directly into another language, but mixing local and foreign words into a sentence to create context is always a good workaround with these kind of translations. Word for word translation isn't that much needed as long as there is context among what is written.
-snip-

For the parts of the german translation I helped write I tried to add a bit more info to translate the spirit of the rule. I think it also helps if several people work on this as its easier to keep it updated (there are a few changes from time to time) and understandable. Maybe you can get someone to chime in.
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My point was actually that because a lot of terms (i.e. altcoin, cryptocurrency, etc.) do not have a direct (or official) translation in most languages that it would be difficult. I was actually spending more time figuring out how properly add things like 'FUD'. If you understand German or Croatian (doubtful), you could use those for help (I did not check the other two translations). I usually left links explaining some terms that have no direct translation or have one that I'm not aware of.

Well, we can understand it better if terms that were used are either Taglish (or mixed Tagalog and English) or pure Filipino. It's true that there are some words that cannot be translated directly into another language, but mixing local and foreign words into a sentence to create context is always a good workaround with these kind of translations. Word for word translation isn't that much needed as long as there is context among what is written.

One quick question, if this is just an unofficial list of all the forum rules, then where is the thread for the official forum policies?
There is none, and do not ask me why. I couldn't answer that properly (have never bothered to look into it).

Thanks for answering. I've tried to look it up but to no avail.  Cry

EDIT: Fixed some errors.
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Thank you. Time would not be a problem that much, as it will be our break from university this week.
My point was actually that because a lot of terms (i.e. altcoin, cryptocurrency, etc.) do not have a direct (or official) translation in most languages that it would be difficult. I was actually spending more time figuring out how properly add things like 'FUD'. If you understand German or Croatian (doubtful), you could use those for help (I did not check the other two translations). I usually left links explaining some terms that have no direct translation or have one that I'm not aware of.

One quick question, if this is just an unofficial list of all the forum rules, then where is the thread for the official forum policies?
There is none, and do not ask me why. I couldn't answer that properly (have never bothered to look into it).
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Since I have been seeing a lot of activity in our local thread (Philippines/Pilipinas) can I translate the whole OP into our own language? I must admit that most of us aren't that proficient in English, so translating the whole OP might help my fellow countrymen to better understand what is already stated in this post.
Simply put, yes. Read the bottom of the first post. There have already been 4 translations. A little heads up, translating will be hard and will take some time.
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Translations:
Spanish translation "Reglas no oficiales del foro" (https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/lista-no-oficial-de-reglas-si-oficiales-del-foro-guias-faq-705523) by dserrano5
German translation "Inoffizielle Bitcointalk.org Regeln/Richtlinien/FAQ" (https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/inoffizielle-bitcointalkorg-regelnrichtlinienfaq-767079) by Zephir
Portuguese translation "Lista "não-oficial" de Regras do Fórum" (https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/lista-nao-oficial-de-regras-do-forum-759695) by Adriano
Croatian translation "Nezvanična lista Bitcointalk.org pravila/smjernica/FAQ"  (https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/dead-1182311) by LaudaM

Thank you. Time would not be a problem that much, as it will be our break from university this week. One quick question, if this is just an unofficial list of all the forum rules, then where is the thread for the official forum policies?
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