Archived Threads: How Long Do They Last?

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Threads in PF are archived indefinitely, meaning they are kept "forever." However, many older threads, especially in General Discussion (GD), are being closed if they do not adhere to current guidelines. Closed threads are locked rather than deleted, allowing for future reference without active discussion. Users express concern about the accessibility of valuable information in older threads. Overall, while threads are archived, their usability may diminish over time due to guideline changes.
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How long are threads in PF archived for? I'm subscribed to a number of really good ones but which date back to two years and older.
 
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All threads? How about those in GD?
 
Defennder said:
All threads? How about those in GD?
A lot of old threads are being closed as they do not meet current guidelines.
 
Closed? As in locked? Or deleted?
 

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