fonthaunt Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 Reply to @smith1983: Why did you JUST post spam in a thread about spam??fonthaunt said: -It is spam to reply to a thread offering link to gigs/profiles unless the thread is in My Fiverr Gigs.Besides that, the links you posted offer services that are in violation of Amazon Terms of Service. Fiverr is likely to remove the gig so there is no reason to bother getting tips or help for that gig. 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin1991 Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Sheriff’s Note: Spam here removed. You have posted spam multiple times:http://forum.fiverr.com/discussion/comment/262907#Comment_262907http://forum.fiverr.com/discussion/comment/262904#Comment_262904http://forum.fiverr.com/discussion/comment/262604#Comment_262604and others.Posting your links on threads of others, asking for favorites, etc. are all forms of spam and can have a negative affect on your account. You may post occasional ads only in the My Fiverr Gigs category: http://forum.fiverr.com/categories/promote-your-fiverr-gigs 25 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 Reply to @robin1991: This is not a good joke. You have been reported for spam. 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin1991 Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: SORRY 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackelixir Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 For a new seller it’s really helpfulWe all do many mistakes in new fieldsThanks 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacekadett Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 This article in cookie cutter style captures its theme to the fullest!I thought I knew what is spam-, but now I know so much more!Caught me by surprise how nuanced this can be! Will spend more time reading the forum, seems worth the while. Thank you! 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellevanhoy Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Is it spam to bump a “tips” post that you created that doesn’t include any self-promotion, but has actual tips? 24 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 13, 2015 Author Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @chellevanhoy: It really depends on how it is done. If the created post is valuable but the bump just says “bump” or “up” and has no added information, it is the call of whichever moderator sees it. If the bump is done by the OP, it is more likely to be considered spam since others will usually respond if they are interested enough.If the “bump” post has additional tips it is typically not considered spam, although moderators still have some leeway in deciding. Does that help? 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellevanhoy Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: Yes, thank you. I generally post during the off hours of the forum, so I had wanted to give my thread a second chance to catch on and bumped it. The bump was removed so I came here to seek answers. 🙂 21 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 13, 2015 Author Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @chellevanhoy: I would advice posting a useful comment on the post to hoist it up. Those are rarely removed as far as I know! 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellevanhoy Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: Done, thank you. Another question: Can I include an external link to something not related to any sort of paid service, such as a free site to evaluate English skills and another to learn English for free? 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 13, 2015 Author Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @chellevanhoy: Links are especially sensitive areas and this is partly because the forum guidelines are about to undergo some changes. With that in a fluid state, I can still give you some generalizations.Links that benefit your Fiverr sales directly such as gig links, profile links, personal website or external profile links should only be posted under My Fiverr Gigs.If the link leads to a page that gives out your contact info, external payment info, etc. then it cannot be put anywhere on the forum.If a link benefits you financially with anything for sale off-Fiverr like e-books, affiliate links, adsense, etc. then it should not be posted anywhere on the forum.A link to a site with only free info like you mentioned might stick unless it has contact info, a contact form, etc. If you think it still fits, write a post to explain why the link will benefit Fiverr buyers/sellers and then add the link. If you hit post and the link is instantly removed or replaced with “fragglesrock” it usually means the automated forum filter removed the link. All you can really do then is edit the post and instead of re-posting the link, tell readers what keywords to search for to find it.Finally, remember that if a moderator removes a link, it isn’t going to get you in trouble unless you keep repeating the same type of violatlon. Even then, you are likely to get a PM warning so you’ll have chances to correct the behavior. Usually the only reason someone would be suspended without warning is if the post or link is malicious, is posted over and over (spam) or is offensive/abusive. 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellevanhoy Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: Thank you very much! 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsolpro Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Thanks for posting such a excellent info. I will follow it on my this profile :-h 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
facebookshars Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 We want spam free fiverr discussion.Thanks 24 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_logos Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 Totally Agree With you Mate 🙂 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Thanks for the recent positive comments. 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thusie Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 I find it kind of disheartening that a lot of this has to be posted and isn’t common sense.I guess defining it will make it easier to discipline 🙂 24 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Reply to @thusie: You have to remember there are language barriers that make it tougher as well. Sometimes things have to be repeated in different ways at different times so they will stick. 🙂 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thusie Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: Agreed, but a language barrier doesn’t keep someone from understanding it’s not okay to post ‘My Gig Threads’ in every category and include a link in every post.I mean, they MUST know that by spamming they’re reducing their credibility. To me it just means they’re looking for the quick buck and it’s those ‘get rich quick’ minds that are increasing the value of more credible gigs.On a final thought:“Could the straggling thoughts of individuals be collected, they would frequently form materials for wise and able men to improve into useful matter.” - Thomas Paine, creator of ‘Common Sense’.😉 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Reply to @thusie: I agree with you on these things except one. Amazingly, a lot of people don’t seem to understand the credibility issue or if they do, they are so desperate that they disregard it. I do think language barriers cause some of the issues and will give benefit of the doubt for that part!On the other hand, some people are just going to spam at all costs and as you said it your other post, if they’ve had notice, it gives forum mods and admins the ability to administer discipline if necessary. Since you gave a final thought, I want one too. 😉“Life… is like a grapefruit. It’s orange and squishy, and has a few pips in it, and some folks have half a one for breakfast.”? Douglas Adams 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thusie Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Reply to @fonthaunt: HAHA! That quote. One of the nicest insults I’ve ever read. 🙂 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonthaunt Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Reply to @thusie: That’s one of the nicest compliments I’ve ever had while wording and quoting in a sensitive area! 😃 Onward, forum soldiers! 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liquidlettuce Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Looks like it’s time for a bump. Great info! 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellevanhoy Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 @fonthaunt: New question: Can I link to my “Gig help” thread on the open “Tips” threads to redirect people who are about to ask for it, or is that spamming? 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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