Editing old posts after server move

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Users have observed that they can edit posts up to 12 hours old, raising questions about whether this is a result of a recent server move or a new policy change. The current edit time limit was previously set to 24 hours after a backlash against the 30-minute limit. There is uncertainty about whether the limit was intended to be one hour instead of 24. Concerns have been raised about the potential for misuse with the extended editing window. Clarification from the site administrator, Greg, is anticipated to confirm the reason for this change.
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Just noticed - I am able to edit my 12 hours old posts. I though there is a half hour limit - is this a side effect of server move, or new policy?
 
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I wasn't aware of any new policy. I'd bet it's a side effect of the move, but we'll have to wait for the definitive answer from Greg.
 
The post edit time limit has been 24h for a few months following the 30min backlash.
 
I thought we'd set it to one hour? 24 hours leaves a lot of room for misuse: though, I'm sure this has been discussed somewhere that I must have missed.
 
Good to know, I was sure it is still 30 minutes.
 
I noticed this a while back. I thought it was due to the software upgrade.
 

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