Where Does PF Stand in Popularity Among Student Forums?

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There is currently no reliable website tracking the popularity of student forums, as a previously useful board tracking site is now broken and unmaintained. Participants express interest in knowing where PF ranks among other forums but lack access to updated metrics. Despite the absence of tracking tools, there is a consensus that PF is regarded as one of the best forums for student support. The discussion highlights a need for a new solution to monitor forum popularity effectively. Overall, PF remains a favored choice among students seeking assistance.
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Hello,

Is there some website out there that keeps track of the relative popularity of the various forums dedicated to helping students? I seem to recall Greg alluding to such a thing at some point and I would be interested to know where PF stands on that list at the moment. Thanks.
 
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quasar987 said:
Hello,

Is there some website out there that keeps track of the relative popularity of the various forums dedicated to helping students? I seem to recall Greg alluding to such a thing at some point and I would be interested to know where PF stands on that list at the moment. Thanks.

Not long ago there was a board tracking website. However a few years ago it became broken without owner intentions of fixing it and now it's not of great use. You can rest assure that PF is the best!
 

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