Adding a Shop Feature to Your Forum: Unlock Rewards & More!

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the feasibility and implementation of adding a shop feature to a forum, where users could earn money through posting and purchase various items such as ranks and posts. The scope includes technical considerations related to forum software and customization options.

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  • Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the possibility of integrating a shop feature into their forum and outlines potential rewards for posting.
  • Another participant suggests that the feasibility depends on several factors, including the specific forum software, hosting method, and access to core files.
  • A subsequent reply reiterates the importance of knowing the forum software and hosting details, specifically mentioning InvisionFree forums.
  • A later response indicates that InvisionFree does not allow FTP access or HTML template customization, suggesting that the desired features may not be possible with that provider.
  • This response also recommends considering an alternative forum provider, such as Forumer, which may offer more customization options.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the ability to implement a shop feature is highly dependent on the forum software and hosting capabilities, but there is no consensus on a specific solution or approach.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations related to customization options with InvisionFree forums and the potential need for alternative providers for more extensive modifications.

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What would I do if I have a forum and I'd like to add a little shop feature, that when you post, you get money, and there'd be different things you could buy, such as ranks, posts, and more?
 
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It depends on several things:

1. What forum software do you have?
2. Are you hosting it or via a Forum provider?
3. Do you have FTP access or access to the core PHP files?
 
Mattara said:
It depends on several things:

1. What forum software do you have?
2. Are you hosting it or via a Forum provider?
3. Do you have FTP access or access to the core PHP files?
...InvisionFree forums. >_>
 
That forum provider does not give FTP access or access to the HTML Templates. The only way you can customize your forum is via the board wrappers, often only using JavaScript, which might not be the easiest thing for most people.

Neither of those features you want is possible with IF forums. If you want more power over your forum you could always try another forum provider like http://forumer.com . I have had experience with them and I think that they are good and suite most needs when it comes to modifications, skins and graphics etc.

Good luck with your forum :)
 

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