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Correct... There were 3 posts with content of nothing more than "ttt" in what looked like nothing more than trying to bump a post to the top of the listings

Please refrain from posting random character posts just to try bump your post.

The Membership is definitely the "first defence" but I try to do whatever possible to protect and keep things running smoothly

Hi all, One of the reasons that the "delete" images was disabled was that it then leaves "broken links" in a post, unless you also go back and edit said post and remove the image you'd posted. I've enabled this feature now and we can see how it pans out over the coming months. Thanks Neil

Hi Graham, Yes, as we've had a number of new members who have had no interest in being part of our community and coming to try buy/sell with little input to our great sport Hopefully you're able to make 3 posts.

Hi all, There's been someone who has joined the forum on what I believe is more than one occasion, filling out their profile with plausible info and posting enough to activate the PM facility but then acting suspiciously with other members. The latest example claimed to be from Bedford RC in their profile but then told other members different stories when trying to sell them things. We noticed that in one day, this individual had come on to the site via 20 different IP addresses, and not even from a reputable VPN provider but by what looked to be compromised devices of unsuspecting individuals. All we can really say is that if someone is offering something that appears too good to be true, it probably is and suggest that you exercise caution. If in doubt, reach out and we'll look at some patterns behind the scenes. All the best, and thanks for using the forum responsibly Neil

Hi @Mr_G You should be able to post with an approved account, which yours has been for a few days. You cannot Private Message (PM) straight away as Tim has said to prevent spammers which we've seen in the past. Any issues, post back here and we'll help you. Thanks Neil

Finally got around to sorting out the donation button ... and contributions much appreciated towards the cost of running the forum. Thanks

Hi @Hitchphil As Colin has mentioned, you seem to have managed to upload a photo to this post OK? If you can detail out what you're attempting, I can have a look. Thanks Neil

Sometimes if there's been a forum upgrade, and the server cache or user's browser cache can misbehave and needs cleared out. Glad you're sorted though.

Hi all, As part of security hardening, we have removed the ability to login with your "Display Name" as this was publicly visible and therefore "harvestable". You should now use your email address (which is not publicly visible via the forum) as your username and your password remains the same. Thanks Neil

Hi Ian, All the various password managers "do their best" with javascript/DOM manipulation to try and correctly fill in forms and submit them but they're not fool proof. Have you checked that you don't have 2 copies of the creds in the browser's password manager? I use LastPass and sometimes have issues with it on various sites if left to Autofill but if I right-click on the relevant field and then picking the correct site it works. I can't comment on each user's PC/setup I'm afraid ... sorry.

Get posting P.S. you can reply to a PM someone else sends you, just not initiate a new PM until the threshold is reached

Fingers crossed folks!! Stay vigilant and let me know if you still smell rats 😉

Found a forum plugin to do just that. No new member can send PMs until they actively contribute to the forum with a minimum of 10 posts

I'd actually put extra steps in for "Free" email accounts but I'm forever being asked by people to approve their accounts. Basically, there are more legitimate members with Hotmail, Google, Outlook (Free) accounts than not. Will have a look at this particular one but I cannot stress enough that whenever you are buying online you really need to adhere to safe purchasing practices. I may look at banning new members from posting in the For Sale section until they've contributed something to the forum in terms of posts/content to show that they are genuinely interested in our sport.

Thanks guys, as said above .. stay alert, and if something seems suspicious/too good to be true then it probably is!

@Morty Do you have multiple emails from this scammer in your inbox? If they've any sense, they will have masked their IP address BUT you never know, if they're not that sophisticated, they may have left a trail in the email headers. Happy to have a look for you if you forward the FULL emails to me - neil@stirton.com

I deleted the Mike112 account last Tue after digging and finding it was fraudulent

Account has been deleted as too many nuggets leading up to spammer.

Hi all, Denwood are looking to sell off the old paper electric target boxes. There are 18 of them, some in better shape than others. £25 per box OR £375 (3 free) for all 18. Must be able to collect, from Denwood, Aberdeen as will not entertain shipping. These boxes are old, some are in better condition than others and recommend that you're willing to test and spend time on these for your own/club's needs to get them back into good shape (hence the price).

@slug33ukuk The update applied is exactly for that reason, to keep it as secure as possible. Tbh, I would enfoce 2 Factor Authentication did I not think it might knock out quite a number of members but that is the way the technology world is going, just look at your online banking for example. I need to sort out that donation button again

Upgraded to the latest version.

Anyone interested in a "Bisley trolley" ... it could do with a bit of TLC (rub down and spray paint), otherwise fine. £20 (Free collection or delivery at cost)