I propose we make a new subforum to stop the spam crud

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The discussion centers on the proposal to create a new subforum to address the increasing spam posts. It is noted that a reporting system is already in place, allowing users to report spam directly, which sends it to the mentor's forum for deletion. Participants express skepticism about the effectiveness of a new subforum, suggesting that existing measures are sufficient. Overall, the forum has implemented most viable options to combat spam. The conversation highlights the importance of utilizing the current reporting system rather than creating additional structures.
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sorry new here just speculating with all the spam posts that keep coming in I think we should make a subforum that we can report the links to. i don't know if that will help its up to you
 
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That is already in place. If you see spam, just hit the "report" button and it will go to the mentor's forum and be deleted.
 
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I think the forum has implemented most of the viable options.
 
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