Deleting threads & posts

[NotASpyingRent]

I have no idea how to it (if it can even be done).

Thanks.

[Jupiter]

you can't. you can edit them out though.

or if it's really annoying, report it and ask for it to be deleted, and it might be, due to a moderators descresion.

[StoppingTime]

You can edit posts, but you can't delete them. You could ask a mod, to and they'll decide if they think it's necessary.

[TheMatrix]

Click the report button(http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/images/styles/silverblue/buttons/report.gif) next to the post you want deleted, and fill in as reason "delete please", or something like that.
A moderator will then delete that post or thread, if we feel that it will not make a hole in the thread.

[NotASpyingRent]

Not trying to speak out of tone here, but why can't we just get a delete button? It would make life SOOO much easier.

[Jupiter]

It would leave wholes in threads.

[FullyAlive]

Not trying to speak out of tone here, but why can't we just get a delete button? It would make life SOOO much easier.

It would leave wholes in threads.

And really couldn't people just post things against the rules for others to see and then remove them before a moderator saw.

[Mirage]

And really couldn't people just post things against the rules for others to see and then remove them before a moderator saw.

I'd like to think that myself and the other mods would see it, but I see what you're getting at. Personally, I don't know where I stand on this issue. There are some legitimate uses for a delete button but then again there is always the possibility of abuse.

[Rayquaza]

What about a 'soft' deletion? So, the button says delete, but what really happens is that it replaces all the text in the box with "This post has been deleted by (username).", that could work maybe. Admins and Mods could do a reverse search to see what the text said before hand, since they would know because of the "This post..." text that will come up. It could also remove the reputation and edit buttons too?

[ImCoolBeans]

What about a 'soft' deletion? So, the button says delete, but what really happens is that it replaces all the text in the box with "This post has been deleted by (username).", that could work maybe. Admins and Mods could do a reverse search to see what the text said before hand, since they would know because of the "This post..." text that will come up. It could also remove the reputation and edit buttons too?

To be honest, giving you guys a soft delete option is a terrible idea. It would be ideal if every post made was seen, but that's not always the case. Lets say you say some really nasty things, ask to cam, or break other rules, then soft delete it so it doesn't get reported, but a moderator doesn't get to see it because the thread just got overlooked or the thread died down, then you're getting away with breaking the rules.

If you want something gone, report it. Simple as that.

[Bath]

It's really not that big a deal. If you want a post deleted, report it. You shouldn't need to delete your posts so much to the point where you need a delete button. Worst case scenario and you want your post not there anymore immediately, just edit it to "........" and then report it.

[Rayquaza]

To be honest, giving you guys a soft delete option is a terrible idea. It would be ideal if every post made was seen, but that's not always the case. Lets say you say some really nasty things, ask to cam, or break other rules, then soft delete it so it doesn't get reported, but a moderator doesn't get to see it because the thread just got overlooked or the thread died down, then you're getting away with breaking the rules.

If you want something gone, report it. Simple as that.

Unlikely, but yeah I see how it could be abused. Thanks for feedback.

[ImCoolBeans]

Unlikely, but yeah I see how it could be abused. Thanks for feedback.

Very likely, actually. You're welcome.

[NotASpyingRent]

I was just curious. While we're on the subject of controversial topics, would it also be possible to have some sort of privacy settings like Facebook has? Currently we don't have any way that I know of to restrict information.

[TheMatrix]

I was just curious. While we're on the subject of controversial topics, would it also be possible to have some sort of privacy settings like Facebook has? Currently we don't have any way that I know of to restrict information.

As the Americans say: You owe me five bucks (http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/profile.php?do=privacy).
It's sitting there, right there in your User CP, with the nice title "Profile Privacy".

[Commander Thor]

I was just curious. While we're on the subject of controversial topics, would it also be possible to have some sort of privacy settings like Facebook has? Currently we don't have any way that I know of to restrict information.

We have plenty of privacy options: http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/profile.php?do=privacy


Edit: And Ninja'd.

[ImCoolBeans]

If you go to the user CP you'll find profile privacy (http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/profile.php?do=privacy). Here you can limit who sees your information, so yes, we do have a privacy setting to restrict this information.

Edit: double ninja'd...

[Cognizant]

What about a 'soft' deletion? So, the button says delete, but what really happens is that it replaces all the text in the box with "This post has been deleted by (username).", that could work maybe. Admins and Mods could do a reverse search to see what the text said before hand, since they would know because of the "This post..." text that will come up. It could also remove the reputation and edit buttons too?
I don't think a member delete of any kind, is a good idea because it can be used to delete evidence, making admins and g-mods job in investigating more cumbersome and annoying.

But, as everyone has said, report the post and say something along the lines of "delete please" or "request delete by op".

[RedViper]

What about an option to delete threads but not posts?
Sorry if it was already suggested above but i couldn't really be be bothered reading them all

[Jess]

What about an option to delete threads but not posts?
Sorry if it was already suggested above but i couldn't really be be bothered reading them all

that wouldn't work either, in case a lot of posts we made, although if it doesn't have any replies at all that would be okay. but pretty sure it might get abused too, so it's better to still report

[NotASpyingRent]

I'm talking more along the lines of privacy in terms of posts and threads made. I don't see an option for that. Maybe i'm not looking hard enough...

[StoppingTime]

I'm talking more along the lines of privacy in terms of posts and threads made. I don't see an option for that. Maybe i'm not looking hard enough...

What do you mean, exactly? Who can and cannot see your posts?

[Bath]

If you would like a thread of yours deleted or locked, just report it and request it.

[Jess]

I'm talking more along the lines of privacy in terms of posts and threads made. I don't see an option for that. Maybe i'm not looking hard enough...

no, I don't think that's possible. Guests can't access The White Padded Room, but they can access other sections

[DerBear]

no, I don't think that's possible. Guests can't access The White Padded Room, but they can access other sections

Actually now users can request there diary to be hidden from the general board as well. So that is another private place.

[anymasy]

What about a 'soft' deletion? So, the button says delete, but what really happens is that it replaces all the text in the box with "This post has been deleted by (username).", that could work maybe. Admins and Mods could do a reverse search to see what the text said before hand, since they would know because of the "This post..." text that will come up. It could also remove the reputation and edit buttons too?

Great idea. But it shouldn't remove rep i think.

[DerBear]

Great idea. But it shouldn't remove rep i think.

Well if you looked one posts down you would have seen Mike's excellent response to the quote you quoted and I whole heatedly agree with the following quote made by Mike.


To be honest, giving you guys a soft delete option is a terrible idea. It would be ideal if every post made was seen, but that's not always the case. Lets say you say some really nasty things, ask to cam, or break other rules, then soft delete it so it doesn't get reported, but a moderator doesn't get to see it because the thread just got overlooked or the thread died down, then you're getting away with breaking the rules.

If you want something gone, report it. Simple as that.

Either PM us or report the post and a mod shall take care of it.

[NotASpyingRent]

I don't mean to step on any toes here, but this problem of thread privacy has just been one little quirk of using this forum. The privacy I'm talking about is like what Facebook has introduced and possibly mastered. Those that use Facebook know that you can set as limited of a profile or timeline as you want by choosing privacy for public wall posts, birthdays, friends, and even gender. That is sort of what I was hinting to if that helps.

What I'm trying to accomplish is possibly set privacy levels on things like threads created or responded to. Right now, I believe anyone can find out threads made and whatnot without even having a login. I may be wrong, but it's hard to verify when you're already logged in. I just think this is a little bit concerning for those who might want a little more privacy. I, for one, would feel more comfortable with a little bit more control over what can be seen by anyone just browsing the site, and I think that other members of this community would benefit, too.

[ImCoolBeans]

Without registering or logging in you cannot view user profiles, search for specific users, search for threads started by users, you cannot view other posts by users and you cannot view any information other than what you see in this photo: http://i.imgur.com/UdSGJ.png

I logged out to take that screen shot. You'll notice that I cannot view your other posts, profile or your reputation level without logging in or registering. Any information you share in your signature, your location and given name is all on you. That is up to you whether you'd like to post it or not.

There are privacy options in the user CP under "Profile Privacy" (click me (http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/profile.php?do=privacy)) if you would like to make your profile even more secure as far as hiding information from registered members who you have not yet befriended on the site and added to your contact list. In all honesty there is very little an unregistered member can see about you unless you dish out your personal information in your signature or are overly descriptive with your name and location.

As far as threads go, making threads/sections private isn't necessary and probably will take away from the site as a whole. A lot of people view the forums without signing up, and sometimes regularly. People can get help out of the site without actually registering; but hiding information from them will nix that. If you make sections private or make the majority of threads private then what can those people get from it? Or what would draw them into the site?

This isn't a reoccurring suggestion and I don't think many people agree with you, seeing as most of the people who have been posting in this thread are way off topic or seem to think that you're talking about soft deletion of posts - which you have clarified that you are not at this point.

[NotASpyingRent]

Okay, I think that pretty much puts this to bed. Thank you all for putting up with my endless suggestions and complaints.

[ImCoolBeans]

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