Cedric

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Are you someone who likes bigger, better and more, which tends to lead to over paying for something? Or are you someone who likes to measure what you exactly need and require, making the payment not a penny more?

If you wanted to run a successful online community, would you rather start from scratch or buy an existing one? Building a community from the ground up gives you full control over its vision, rules, and vibe - but it also takes time, effort, and patience to grow an active user base. On the other hand, buying an established community means skipping the early struggle, but it comes with challenges like adapting to an existing user base and maintaining engagement. But the existing user base might not be the easiest to work with or might not like you being their new community leader. Which path do you think is better? Would you rather build something from the ground up or take over an existing forum and shape it into your own?

Big news for forum admins - Invision Community V5.0.0 is officially out! :D After a long wait and plenty of anticipation, the latest version brings a complete overhaul with a modernized UI, improved performance, and new customization options. Invision has focused on making the platform more user-friendly while also enhancing features for administrators and moderators. Some key highlights of V5: A fresh, redesigned interface for a smoother user experience Performance improvements for faster page loads More flexible customization and theming options New tools to better manage and grow communities You can check out the full announcement here: Invision Community 5.0.0 Released. Also worth checking their What's new: https://invisioncommunity.com/features/whats-new-in-5/ What do you think of the update? Are you planning to upgrade, or are you sticking with your current setup? I have a forum running on IC V5. I'll be running the upgrade in a little bit. Finally after around 15 beta releases. :)

When setting up a forum, one of the big decisions is choosing between a VPS or shared hosting. Shared hosting is budget-friendly and easy to manage, but it comes with resource limitations and potential slowdowns if other sites on the server are using too much power. Plus, there isn't much you can adjust without asking your hosting provider. On the other hand, a VPS gives you more control, better performance, and scalability - but at a higher cost and with more technical responsibility. Which do you prefer for running a community? Do you stick with shared hosting for simplicity, or do you invest in a VPS for more power and flexibility?

Running a forum means building a team you can trust, but sometimes, staff members don’t work out. Maybe they’ve become inactive, maybe they aren’t a good fit anymore, or are even causing issues within the community. We've seen it happening that members just aren't motivated once they're promoted. Letting someone go is never easy, but at what point do you make that decision? And how do you handle it - do you have a private conversation, make a public announcement, or just quietly remove their permissions? Have you ever had to let a staff member go? What advice would you give to other admins facing the same situation?

When someone posts on a forum, should they have the ability to delete their post later, or should it stay up as part of the discussion? Giving members control over their own content seems fair - they might want to remove something they regret posting or that’s no longer relevant. On the other hand, if people delete posts freely, it can disrupt conversations, leave gaps in discussions, and even cause confusion. Some forums allow deletions within a time limit, while others require staff approval. What’s the best approach? Should members always have the right to delete their posts, or should there be restrictions? Feel free to share your thoughts!

As a community leader, one of the biggest questions you’ll face is whether you should always be adding new content to your forum or if there comes a time when you should step back and let members drive the discussions. Some forums thrive because their owners stay actively involved - starting discussions, responding to members, and keeping the community engaged. Others seem to fade away when the owner stops posting, leaving members without much direction. Sometimes, you see forums thrive even when the owner is not involved. So, what do you think? Should forum owners continue adding new content daily, even when their forum has grown? Or is there a point where the community should take the lead?

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I've disabled the requirement. :)

I can disable that, no problem. :)

Yes. Still available. Feel free to send a motivational message through PM. :)

As a sucker for old school themes, I loved it when I first saw it. Very nice. Good luck, addict! ;)

Hmm. I did not. I'll fix this and come back when it's fixed. :) Edit: should be fixed - Can you test to verify? :)

Happy to announce that [mention=202]King Belieal[/mention] has joined the Content Team. :) Welcome aboard!

Thank you! I agree, I love it too. And I'm always as transparent as I can. Sometimes we win, sometimes we lose. 😜

Hi everyone! Moving forward, [mention=545]Matthew[/mention] will be part of our staff team. I’m certain Matthew will make a positive impact on our community and personally can’t wait to see what he will bring to the table. 😃 Congrats on your promotion Matthew! PS: we’re still hiring!

Browsing around. :)

Hiya Phillip! How are ya?

This February, it’s time to share some love with your fellow community members! We’re launching the Secret Valentine Gift - a fun and thoughtful way to surprise someone special. ;) For just 50 credits, you can gift 10 posts (worth 100 credits) to a member of your choice. So do you have a friend, a favorite contributor, or someone you admire, the recipient will receive a lovely surprise along with a personal message from you! It’s the perfect gesture to show appreciation, and there’s no better time than Valentine’s to brighten someone’s day. Head over to the shop now to send your gift and spread some joy! :D

Want your ad featured on our sidebar for TWO whole months? Here’s your chance! :D To enter, simply: Reply to this thread to confirm your eligibility. Post at least 28 times this month (February). We’ll randomly pick a winner at the end of February, and the lucky member will have their ad displayed on the sidebar for the next two months! You must deliver your advertisement graphic yourself. Good luck, everyone! :)

It’s time to enter your forum for February’s Site of the Month contest! We’re excited to see what you’ve been building and how your community stands out. Current Status: OPEN until February 14th. [HEADING=2]How to Enter:[/HEADING] Reply to this thread with your forum name, URL, and an optional short description of what makes your community unique. Make sure your submission is in before the deadline: February 14th. [HEADING=2]Prizes:[/HEADING] A Banner Advertisement below the original post of every thread for one month (max size: 728x90 - must supply one). A Sticky Thread Advertisement for one month. Top Bar link in rotation. Exclusively featured on Directory. Mentioned in the Monthly Newsletter - 500+ emails. Advertised on different communities. [HEADING=2]This Month's Theme:[/HEADING] We do not have a theme for this SOTM contest. Submissions are open from February 1st to 14th. Voting begins on February 15th. Good luck to all! 🤞 The past SOTM winner isn’t eligible to enter. (Virtual Pet List)

This has now been implemented.

Hi [uSERGROUP=2]@everyone[/uSERGROUP] ! Upon request, we've enabled a new feature on Administrata: a fully-featured feedback system. This will help build trust within the community by allowing you to post your trading experiences with anyone you've had transactions with. I'm still configuring some final details, so things may move around a bit. If you'd like to leave feedback for someone, simply hover over their username and look for the "Rating" option, as shown below. Clicking on the rating will take you to their feedback profile, where you can view all their trading experiences, both good and bad. From there, you can also add your own feedback. [ATTACH type=full" size="424x311]1195[/ATTACH] I've also taken the chance to tidy up (I hope?) the navigation. You'll now also find the Feedback Central page under the Marketplace tab. If there are any issues, report back to this thread, please. :) Thanks, - Administrata Team

Hi [uSERGROUP=2]@everyone[/uSERGROUP] :D The latest Administrata Essentials is out! This edition covers key updates, community highlights, and fresh marketplace deals. Catch up on everything happening – Read the full edition here! Thanks for being part of Administrata! 🙏