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Beware Of Newbie Beggar Accounts On The Forum by BXNX: 3:48am On Sep 26, 2023
Hey there fellow forum enthusiasts,

I wanted to bring something to your attention that I've noticed recently while visiting our beloved forum. It appears that there's a new trend emerging, and it's a bit concerning. Some individuals are creating brand new accounts and immediately resorting to online begging.

Now, don't get me wrong; we're all here to help and support each other when we can, but it's essential to exercise caution and common sense. When you come across these accounts, take a moment to check their profile creation date. More often than not, you'll find that these accounts aren't even a day old – some of them aren't even a few hours old!

This raises a red flag and suggests that these users might not have genuine intentions. While it's possible that some newcomers genuinely need assistance, it's equally possible that others might be attempting to take advantage of the community's generosity. As a forum, we should encourage a culture of trust, but it's crucial to be mindful of such suspicious activities.

So, what can we do? Here are a few steps:

Verify Account Age: Always check the account's creation date before deciding to help. If it's a new account, approach with caution.

Ask for Details: If someone is requesting assistance, kindly ask for more information about their situation. Genuine users usually provide additional context.

Report Suspicious Activity: If you suspect a user is taking advantage of our community's goodwill, report it to the forum moderators. They can investigate and take appropriate action.

Educate Newcomers: Encourage new members to participate in discussions and build a presence on the forum before seeking assistance. This helps establish trust within the community.

Remember, our forum is a wonderful place to share knowledge, help one another, and connect with like-minded individuals. Let's keep it that way by looking out for one another and being cautious when we encounter unfamiliar accounts.

Stay vigilant, stay safe, and keep being the fantastic community that makes this forum great!

Best regards,

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Re: Beware Of Newbie Beggar Accounts On The Forum by wakaman: 8:46am On Sep 26, 2023
Check the name.

Na dem.

Aside this accounts.

There are others who post gory pgotos without discretion to charm sympathy/ empathy.
Just like they display gory and diseased persons in public places, traffic jams.

Na dem.

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Re: Beware Of Newbie Beggar Accounts On The Forum by BXNX: 10:55am On Sep 26, 2023
wakaman:
Check the name.

Na dem.

Aside this accounts.

There are others who post gory pgotos without discretion to charm sympathy/ empathy.
Just like they display gory and diseased persons in public places, traffic jams.

Na dem.

You are right..they are sabotaging the chances of the ones who truly needs helps

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