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Dear admins, mods, and modmins...
Alas, the same "open registration" instances are used over and over again to harass and troll the fedi. Yes, we understand the arguments for allowing open registration.
But tbh? We find those arguments unconvincing given the abuse we see.
The fedi has a serial troll / spammer problem and open registration contributes to its continuation. Offering them the means to register and immediately harass people makes for a less friendly fediverse, not a more friendly one. Reviewing a "reason for joining" before approving an account is not too much to ask. If it is, then we respectfully suggest that the instance has either too many members or too few moderators.
When an instance becomes a go-to for trolls because it offers instant access, that instance creates work for every other federated instance, makes fedizens into victims, and feeds the trolls' need for attention. That there is such a simple solution (manual approval / vibe check) is kind of infuriating at times.
We know that this plea / request will not convince those driven by growth and open registration no matter the cost to the fedi community. But if we convince at least one open registration instance to switch to screened approvals, we will consider it a win.
Lastly: If you're on an open reg instance, we suggest POLITELY asking your admin / mods to change their policy.
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Dear admins, mods, and modmins...
Alas, the same "open registration" instances are used over and over again to harass and troll the fedi. Yes, we understand the arguments for allowing open registration.
But tbh? We find those arguments unconvincing given the abuse we see.
The fedi has a serial troll / spammer problem and open registration contributes to its continuation. Offering them the means to register and immediately harass people makes for a less friendly fediverse, not a more friendly one. Reviewing a "reason for joining" before approving an account is not too much to ask. If it is, then we respectfully suggest that the instance has either too many members or too few moderators.
When an instance becomes a go-to for trolls because it offers instant access, that instance creates work for every other federated instance, makes fedizens into victims, and feeds the trolls' need for attention. That there is such a simple solution (manual approval / vibe check) is kind of infuriating at times.
We know that this plea / request will not convince those driven by growth and open registration no matter the cost to the fedi community. But if we convince at least one open registration instance to switch to screened approvals, we will consider it a win.
Lastly: If you're on an open reg instance, we suggest POLITELY asking your admin / mods to change their policy.
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Dear admins, mods, and modmins...
Alas, the same "open registration" instances are used over and over again to harass and troll the fedi. Yes, we understand the arguments for allowing open registration.
But tbh? We find those arguments unconvincing given the abuse we see.
The fedi has a serial troll / spammer problem and open registration contributes to its continuation. Offering them the means to register and immediately harass people makes for a less friendly fediverse, not a more friendly one. Reviewing a "reason for joining" before approving an account is not too much to ask. If it is, then we respectfully suggest that the instance has either too many members or too few moderators.
When an instance becomes a go-to for trolls because it offers instant access, that instance creates work for every other federated instance, makes fedizens into victims, and feeds the trolls' need for attention. That there is such a simple solution (manual approval / vibe check) is kind of infuriating at times.
We know that this plea / request will not convince those driven by growth and open registration no matter the cost to the fedi community. But if we convince at least one open registration instance to switch to screened approvals, we will consider it a win.
Lastly: If you're on an open reg instance, we suggest POLITELY asking your admin / mods to change their policy.
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Dear admins, mods, and modmins...
Alas, the same "open registration" instances are used over and over again to harass and troll the fedi. Yes, we understand the arguments for allowing open registration.
But tbh? We find those arguments unconvincing given the abuse we see.
The fedi has a serial troll / spammer problem and open registration contributes to its continuation. Offering them the means to register and immediately harass people makes for a less friendly fediverse, not a more friendly one. Reviewing a "reason for joining" before approving an account is not too much to ask. If it is, then we respectfully suggest that the instance has either too many members or too few moderators.
When an instance becomes a go-to for trolls because it offers instant access, that instance creates work for every other federated instance, makes fedizens into victims, and feeds the trolls' need for attention. That there is such a simple solution (manual approval / vibe check) is kind of infuriating at times.
We know that this plea / request will not convince those driven by growth and open registration no matter the cost to the fedi community. But if we convince at least one open registration instance to switch to screened approvals, we will consider it a win.
Lastly: If you're on an open reg instance, we suggest POLITELY asking your admin / mods to change their policy.
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Dear admins, mods, and modmins...
Alas, the same "open registration" instances are used over and over again to harass and troll the fedi. Yes, we understand the arguments for allowing open registration.
But tbh? We find those arguments unconvincing given the abuse we see.
The fedi has a serial troll / spammer problem and open registration contributes to its continuation. Offering them the means to register and immediately harass people makes for a less friendly fediverse, not a more friendly one. Reviewing a "reason for joining" before approving an account is not too much to ask. If it is, then we respectfully suggest that the instance has either too many members or too few moderators.
When an instance becomes a go-to for trolls because it offers instant access, that instance creates work for every other federated instance, makes fedizens into victims, and feeds the trolls' need for attention. That there is such a simple solution (manual approval / vibe check) is kind of infuriating at times.
We know that this plea / request will not convince those driven by growth and open registration no matter the cost to the fedi community. But if we convince at least one open registration instance to switch to screened approvals, we will consider it a win.
Lastly: If you're on an open reg instance, we suggest POLITELY asking your admin / mods to change their policy.
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Gaygeek.social / @bofh ...
We have had to block a disproportionate number of troll accounts from ur instance lately., including accts impersonating moderators on our and other instances.
Your instance and ours share a dedication to offering safe, comfortable spaces for marginalized ppl, including the LGBTQIA+ community.
Do you have a plan to address the misuse of your instance? Let us know what we can do, if anything, to help.
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We're putting out a request to fedi admins to require manual approval of signups. Many of the issues with spam, trolls, and scam accounts the fedi has rn are because they are exploiting the well-meaning instances with open signups to behave poorly.
Our primary concerns:
1) Open signups enable harassment of everyone. But marginalized groups are disproportionately targeted.
2) Open signups create a lot of extra work for fedi moderators and admins, who end up playing "chase the ahole" instead of working on their communities.
3) Abuse of open signups leads to a less friendly fedi, driving ppl away for other services. We know that there's a double standard there, but it doesnt change the effect.
4) Abuse of open signups hurts the rep of otherwise friendly instances, especially when they're used to mass register and harass.
Requiring even a brief vibe check before people are allowed to join does a few things. First, it removes the instant gratification the ick ppl are seeking when they sign up. Second, it screens for obv troll or not behavior. And lastly, it makes the fedi a much less icky place for everyone.
Please won't you consider requiring account approvals?
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We're putting out a request to fedi admins to require manual approval of signups. Many of the issues with spam, trolls, and scam accounts the fedi has rn are because they are exploiting the well-meaning instances with open signups to behave poorly.
Our primary concerns:
1) Open signups enable harassment of everyone. But marginalized groups are disproportionately targeted.
2) Open signups create a lot of extra work for fedi moderators and admins, who end up playing "chase the ahole" instead of working on their communities.
3) Abuse of open signups leads to a less friendly fedi, driving ppl away for other services. We know that there's a double standard there, but it doesnt change the effect.
4) Abuse of open signups hurts the rep of otherwise friendly instances, especially when they're used to mass register and harass.
Requiring even a brief vibe check before people are allowed to join does a few things. First, it removes the instant gratification the ick ppl are seeking when they sign up. Second, it screens for obv troll or not behavior. And lastly, it makes the fedi a much less icky place for everyone.
Please won't you consider requiring account approvals?
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We're putting out a request to fedi admins to require manual approval of signups. Many of the issues with spam, trolls, and scam accounts the fedi has rn are because they are exploiting the well-meaning instances with open signups to behave poorly.
Our primary concerns:
1) Open signups enable harassment of everyone. But marginalized groups are disproportionately targeted.
2) Open signups create a lot of extra work for fedi moderators and admins, who end up playing "chase the ahole" instead of working on their communities.
3) Abuse of open signups leads to a less friendly fedi, driving ppl away for other services. We know that there's a double standard there, but it doesnt change the effect.
4) Abuse of open signups hurts the rep of otherwise friendly instances, especially when they're used to mass register and harass.
Requiring even a brief vibe check before people are allowed to join does a few things. First, it removes the instant gratification the ick ppl are seeking when they sign up. Second, it screens for obv troll or not behavior. And lastly, it makes the fedi a much less icky place for everyone.
Please won't you consider requiring account approvals?
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We're putting out a request to fedi admins to require manual approval of signups. Many of the issues with spam, trolls, and scam accounts the fedi has rn are because they are exploiting the well-meaning instances with open signups to behave poorly.
Our primary concerns:
1) Open signups enable harassment of everyone. But marginalized groups are disproportionately targeted.
2) Open signups create a lot of extra work for fedi moderators and admins, who end up playing "chase the ahole" instead of working on their communities.
3) Abuse of open signups leads to a less friendly fedi, driving ppl away for other services. We know that there's a double standard there, but it doesnt change the effect.
4) Abuse of open signups hurts the rep of otherwise friendly instances, especially when they're used to mass register and harass.
Requiring even a brief vibe check before people are allowed to join does a few things. First, it removes the instant gratification the ick ppl are seeking when they sign up. Second, it screens for obv troll or not behavior. And lastly, it makes the fedi a much less icky place for everyone.
Please won't you consider requiring account approvals?
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We're putting out a request to fedi admins to require manual approval of signups. Many of the issues with spam, trolls, and scam accounts the fedi has rn are because they are exploiting the well-meaning instances with open signups to behave poorly.
Our primary concerns:
1) Open signups enable harassment of everyone. But marginalized groups are disproportionately targeted.
2) Open signups create a lot of extra work for fedi moderators and admins, who end up playing "chase the ahole" instead of working on their communities.
3) Abuse of open signups leads to a less friendly fedi, driving ppl away for other services. We know that there's a double standard there, but it doesnt change the effect.
4) Abuse of open signups hurts the rep of otherwise friendly instances, especially when they're used to mass register and harass.
Requiring even a brief vibe check before people are allowed to join does a few things. First, it removes the instant gratification the ick ppl are seeking when they sign up. Second, it screens for obv troll or not behavior. And lastly, it makes the fedi a much less icky place for everyone.
Please won't you consider requiring account approvals?