Unofficial list of (official) Bitcointalk.org rules, guidelines, FAQ

[nc50lc]

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How it was posted? Like copy-pasted the article without any links to the source or a part of it quoted with a link to the website?
If it was posted like the poster's claiming that it is his words (no source link or quote), that's plagiarism and falls under rule #33.

This quote is self explanatory:

33. Posting plagiarized content is not allowed.
-This includes both copying parts or the entirety of other users' posts or threads and copying content from external sources (e.g. other websites) and passing it as your own.

I'm not a mod but a regular reporter.

[TheFuzzStone]

How it was posted?

In this way:

• You Can Now Shop With Bitcoin on Amazon Using Lightning

[nc50lc]

How it was posted?

In this way:

• You Can Now Shop With Bitcoin on Amazon Using Lightning

That's the link to the original article, is it the vice versa? Coindesk Author(s) have copy-pasted a content from Bitcointalk?
In my opinion, if they do, the forum doesn't have the authority to accuse the website, only the member who've posted the original contents can file an accusation since he's considered the Author of that post.

If it is the usual copied from that website and pasted to a Bitcointalk thread (no sources/quotes), use the "report to moderator" button to perma-ban the user.

[TheFuzzStone]

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Nevermind. The situation was solved. Thanks!

[jooj2]

I had a topic on Mining (Altcoins) board. I am asking users opinion about new coin I was mining it. but BBT mods delete this topic. I'd like to know what are rules that this topic brake it?

[CryptoReggae]

Translations:
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I provided for the translation into my language, Italian.

This is the Link

[mprep]

Translations:
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I provided for the translation into my language, Italian.

This is the Link

Added, thanks.

[marlboroza]

Is windice's banner advertisement https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5154971.0 ?

[TheBeardedBaby]

Some typos in the Guidelines I spotted

Q: Someone insulted me. Why aren't you deleting his post/thread?
A: Possible (since we don't have the time or resources to check) insults are also allowed as long as they contain any kind of constructive opinion, info or something else substantial and aren't off-topic. For example, posting something like "you are dumb" will be deleted as it contains no meaningful content. However, if the post is somehwere along the lines of "You are dumb. This is wrong because this website/thread/etc. has explained it's not right", it's in most cases accepted.

Q: Why do I get the "The last posting from your IP was less than 360 seconds ago." error when I haven't posted today?
A: Logging in, sending PMs and reporting posts to a moderator will also be counted as posting and extend this limit back to 360 seconds. Don't worry: as your activity increases, the 360 second limit will decrease as well. Here you can see the algorithm how the posting limit is caluclated based on your activity: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=237597.msg4131557#msg4131557

[mprep]

Some typos in the Guidelines I spotted

Q: Someone insulted me. Why aren't you deleting his post/thread?
A: Possible (since we don't have the time or resources to check) insults are also allowed as long as they contain any kind of constructive opinion, info or something else substantial and aren't off-topic. For example, posting something like "you are dumb" will be deleted as it contains no meaningful content. However, if the post is somehwere along the lines of "You are dumb. This is wrong because this website/thread/etc. has explained it's not right", it's in most cases accepted.

Q: Why do I get the "The last posting from your IP was less than 360 seconds ago." error when I haven't posted today?
A: Logging in, sending PMs and reporting posts to a moderator will also be counted as posting and extend this limit back to 360 seconds. Don't worry: as your activity increases, the 360 second limit will decrease as well. Here you can see the algorithm how the posting limit is caluclated based on your activity: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=237597.msg4131557#msg4131557

Good catch, fixed both. A user PMed me about the second one a while ago but I didn't get around to fixing it until now.

Is windice's banner advertisement https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5154971.0 ?

Ask theymos (see rule 24's explanation for details).


The updated Trust (as well as Trust flag) FAQ questions are still in progress. Might take a while, might not - really depends on when I find the time and energy to sit down, research and write them.

[Crypt0Warriors]

Before I start making post on here besides this one I have a question in regards to Rule 4 of posting 4. No referral code (ref link) spam. [1]

If you are the OP and the crypto program or content that is being shared is this allowed if it has not been posted before?  Or is this not allowed in any way shape or form? Thanks in advance..

[TryNinja]

Before I start making post on here besides this one I have a question in regards to Rule 4 of posting 4. No referral code (ref link) spam. [1]

If you are the OP and the crypto program or content that is being shared is this allowed if it has not been posted before?  Or is this not allowed in any way shape or form? Thanks in advance..

It’s not allowed. I believe you can only do that if you’re the owner of the website being announced and you want to track which clicks came from the forum (for analytics purposes).

[marlboroza]

Why is this report marked as bad:

Where can I see more news about this project? I see, that the team is working. Some results and updates are available. but I want to be aware.

Only thing Mariia wants to be aware is to make as many posts she/he/it can (I said "IT" because I am pretty sure some posts which are reported look like they are posted by a bot).



It is post burst:



I am having hard time to understand why this one is bad and all others are good.

[stompix]

I'm curious about the rules that apply in Service discussion before I start hitting the report button.
So the only rule I can find that comes close to this case is:

12. No duplicate posting in multiple boards (except for re-posting it in the local language boards if it's translated).

So, technically this user bankdex (and many others) are not breaking the above rule but it's clear the multiple topics they've started are a clear abuse:

BANKDEX SMART SIMULATOR SYSTEM
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5165325.msg51830227#msg51830227

BANKDEX OFFICIAL CHAT
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5165320.msg51830181#msg51830181

BANKDEX AMBASSADORS
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5165106.msg51819841#msg51819841

“CRYPTO TO CRYPTO” & “FIAT TO CRYPTO”
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5162882.msg51748183#msg51748183

"BANKDEX LIFE INSURANCE"
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5162599.msg51737936#msg51737936

And he's not the only one:
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?action=profile;threads;u=2515714;sa=showPosts

Bottom line, should I report them

[suchmoon]

I'm curious about the rules that apply in Service discussion

The examples you listed are in Service Announcements (did they get moved?), which is under Marketplace, which has this rule:

https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=3629.msg13800200#msg13800200

5. Reasonably similar* items must be listed together

*at moderator discretion

Also: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?board=5.0

Service Announcements
New services and significant information about existing services. Do not create excessive "announcements" just to advertise your service.

At any rate, the threads seem to be spammy and redundant, report them and let the moderators apply their discretion.

[stompix]

The examples you listed are in Service Announcements (did they get moved?)

No, my mistake, they were in Service Announcements in the first place. Had to many tabs opened 

Also:

Service Announcements
New services and significant information about existing services. Do not create excessive "announcements" just to advertise your service.

At any rate, the threads seem to be spammy and redundant, report them and let the moderators apply their discretion.

Lol, this is one embarrassing situation after another, I checked that section twenty times for a sticky with the rules but never read the description.
Off to increase my report numbers!!! Let's see how many mistakes I make with those....

[ovcijisir]

There is new link to Croatian translation of Bitcointalk rules:
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=4611641.0

This one that is on your list isn't working anymore(https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1182311.0).

Please update the list.

[mprep]

There is new link to Croatian translation of Bitcointalk rules:
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=4611641.0

This one that is on your list isn't working anymore(https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1182311.0).

Please update the list.

Removed the retired one and added the new one, thanks for the heads up. Updated a year ago, but I guess that's better than literally nothing  .

[ovcijisir]

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Removed the retired one and added the new one, thanks for the heads up. Updated a year ago, but I guess that's better than literally nothing  .

Better late then never

[marlboroza]

Removed the retired one and added the new one, thanks for the heads up. Updated a year ago, but I guess that's better than literally nothing  .

If something has changed please let me know and I will update topic.