The discussion clarifies the distinction between linkless and lined out members, noting that strikethrough names indicate banned members, while linkless names represent those who have requested account deletion. This deletion is often due to compliance with EU privacy laws, which require websites to remove accounts for EU residents. The GDPR, effective for three years, enforces the 'right to be forgotten,' impacting how member accounts are managed. Although the UK has left the EU, the Data Protection Act 2018 still upholds similar rights. Overall, the conversation highlights the implications of privacy regulations on member status in online communities.
to a recently deleted member.
