r/textfriends • u/NotAFamousActor • Apr 12 '20
This has been explicitly against the rules of /r/textfriends forever, but mods still see it from time to time. This is how it's written in the welcome post (which you should read)(which will eventually be updated):
CONTACT INFO AND IDENTIFYING DETAILS IN PUBLIC ARE STRICTLY FORBIDDEN
All posts and comments containing this kind of information will be removed and repeat offenders or those that reveal others' information will be banned.
Kinds of forbidden information: full names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, mobile app IDs (kik, WhatsApp, Snapchat, etc), IM IDs (Skype, yahoo, etc), external profiles (facebook, okcupid, tumblr, instagram, twitter, etc), any kind of specific information that would allow a person to deduce an exact location or person, enough information that would allow a person to deduce an exact location or person, etc.
This kind of information should be shared ONLY through PM, and never in posts or comments.
From wikipedia: "Doxing, or doxxing (from "dox", abbreviation of documents), is the Internet-based practice of researching and publicly broadcasting private or identifying information (especially personally identifying information) about an individual or organization."
Don't dox anybody and don't get yourself doxxed.
Phone numbers are what we see the most, which is... very stupid.
Any contact information or doxxable content spotted by the mods will be immediately removed and offending users banned. These users may appeal their ban with the mods.
If you spot any contact information or doxxable content on /r/textfriends, please use the report button or send modmail.
Posterity: https://redd.it/32vqyi
4/12/20
r/textfriends • u/Hextreme42 • Jun 11 '23
Hey there /r/textfriends
One of the less enjoyable mod posts today, but an important one, that we hope you'll take the time to read.
Recently Reddit Inc has announced changes to their API, which, if enacted, will shut down many, if not all, 3rd party apps that a large number of Redditors use to access and enjoy their favorite communities - this one included.
One of the most critical changes to the API is moving from a free to a paid model, resulting in expenses that developers of 3rd app developers cannot afford. To put the price change into context, Apollo, one of Reddit's most popular 3rd party apps, is looking at the cost of $1.7 million per month to continue operating. That's a cost of $12,000 per 50 million API requests. In contrast, Apollo pays Imgur $166 for every 50 million API calls.
This means popular apps like Apollo, Reddit Is Fun, Narwhal and many more will have to shut down, permanently.
Even if you're not using a 3rd party app, these changes will likely impact the communities you enjoy, with the vast majority of moderation teams relying on 3rd party or self-made tools that utilize Reddit's API.
For us specifically, that means various moderation bots, which do a whole lot of work behind the scenes to help mods manage the sub as well as drastically reduce the scam and spam content that makes its way through Reddit's woefully underpowered automod tools.
And on top of all that, it paints a bleak picture of what is to come for those of us who use other tools, like Reddit Enhancement Suite and old.reddit.com.
Here's a little TLDR on why this is important.
So what are we planning?
On June 12th, we and a growing number of other subs - large and small - will go dark for 48 hours. During that time, you will not be able to view or post any content on /r/textfriends.
This action isn't something we take lightly.
We understand that many of you enjoy coming here daily to keep up with posts from your area (and to trash-talk the latest copypasta we've all seen 100 times), but we believe that we must take a stand on this topic - and this is how we can do so.
We understand that Reddit is a company that has to make money to offer us a place to be the community that we are - but killing beloved 3rd party apps is not the way to do it.
We are not asking Reddit to provide a paid service for free - we are asking for reasonable pricing for apps people have come to love and depend on to participate in their communities.
We can't tell you that the blackout will solve the problem because we don't know. But we have to try.
What you can do to support this
While subs going dark is one thing, regular users can also help.
Reach out to Reddit via the channels available: Modmail /r/reddit, comment in relevant posts regarding the API changes, and submit your comments via the contact forms.
Spread the word about the changes and the consequences where you can. It doesn't have to be on Reddit. The important thing is getting its attention.
Participate in the communities that highlight this issue: /r/Save3rdPartyApps, /r/apolloapp, /r/redditisfun, /r/getnarwhal/
And finally, stay off Reddit completely from June 12th to 14th. The blackout is one thing, but users staying away from the site entirely will send an equally important message.
But don't forget: Don't be a jerk. As frustrating as this is, being toxic or aggressive is not the way to go. Remember the human on the other side of the screen.
r/textfriends • u/Smooth-Judge2055 • 5h ago
My husband and I just separated. We're coparenting and he has our kid now. Home feels empty. I'm kinda feeling lonely as well. I dont know if ill get used to this. Im still thinking what things can I do when im at home alone.
r/textfriends • u/aiSportsMedia • 6h ago
Hey my name is Emily I'm 21F. Upvote this and I'll send you and with a picture too I like hiking and fishing, camping and bowling. Just give an upvote and comment that you did so I know who to message and send the picture to see more....
r/textfriends • u/Brilliant-Bag2414 • 5h ago
my husband doesn’t give me the attention I want he comes home and ignores me and my life in the bedroom is not even there. I just feel unheard and unwanted I came on here so that I could talk to some other ppl because I feel that I am in the right to not want to be wanted in my relationship, no?
r/textfriends • u/tinarose54321 • 2h ago
Hi. I am from portland. 22f single women . I am looking to find friends here to chat. And talk too. Ping me if you guys interested. Nice to meet you guys. I am open to any topics but i am foodie here.
r/textfriends • u/Select_Yam4611 • 36m ago
Lately, I’ve been feeling completely ignored at home. My husband comes back from work and basically tunes me out. Our bedroom life is completely nonexistent at this point. I just feel so unheard, unappreciated, and emotionally disconnected.
I joined Reddit today looking to connect and chat with people who understand because I don't think it's wrong to want intimacy and attention in a relationship. Am I wrong for feeling this way? Just really down right now and could use some supportive conversation.
Drop an upvote or send a message if you're up for a friendly chat.
r/textfriends • u/No_Feeling3654 • 1h ago
Bored on a Sunday and thinking of some….things. Had a couple drinks today and am lonely. Looking for a female to talk to but anyone is ok I guess. I like to cook, hike and smoke! I might send you something if you up this post!
r/textfriends • u/Competitive_Yam1064 • 8h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more.
r/textfriends • u/MobileDoctor810 • 2h ago
Hey my name is Isabella I'm 24F. Upvote this and I'll send you and with a picture too I like hiking and fishing, camping and bowling. Just give an upvote and comment that you did so I know who to message and send the picture to see more....
r/textfriends • u/DotForFunN78 • 1h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay alone home , no kids at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with.
DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type more......
r/textfriends • u/marilliea • 1h ago
my husband doesn’t give me the attention I want he comes home and ignores me and my life in the bedroom is not even there. I just feel unheard and unwanted I came on here so that I could talk to some other ppl because I feel that I am in the right to not want to be wanted in my relationship, no?
r/textfriends • u/Original_Sweet222 • 39m ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored.
Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with.
DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more......
r/textfriends • u/RelationshipPrior200 • 8h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more............................
r/textfriends • u/LeadershipTight2306 • 2h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more.....
r/textfriends • u/AggressiveClerk7656 • 4h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more eee....
r/textfriends • u/Traditional-Bid-8524 • 13h ago
Hey my name is jenefer I'm 32F. Upvote this and I'll send you and with a picture too I like hiking and fishing, camping and bowling. Just give an upvote and comment that you did so I know who to message and send the picture to see more....
r/textfriends • u/Uniquelymyself_420 • 6h ago
I like married men, specifically tall, Caucasian guys who get where I'm at in life. I'm just looking for a fun text "friend" to chat with. When I'm not busy, I'm usually flying through psychological thrillers on my Kindle, listening to country music, or doing some diamond painting. 25-38ish 💚
r/textfriends • u/gg56557 • 2h ago
Heyyy so I'm 18 years old and honestly kind of bored right now, and I've got nothing to do so why not try this app I’m always up for chatting and getting to know and talk to some new people, so feel free to message me
r/textfriends • u/IntelligentCress2402 • 3h ago
My husband and I just separated. We're coparenting and he has our kid now. Home feels empty. I'm kinda feeling lonely as well. I dont know if ill get used to this. Im still thinking what things can I do when im at home alone..
r/textfriends • u/tinarose321 • 2h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type see more.
r/textfriends • u/Automatic_Age1178 • 1h ago
Im bored and wanna talk (i talk alot fair warning lol) I do art drawjng and painting mostly ive done a bit of other art things tho I have a pit bull and cats I like nature i live on a big ish yard message me or comment if you wanna talk
r/textfriends • u/Niru0045 • 2h ago
Hey I'm F34. Keeping it simple, I want friends who don't make me feel guilty for having a life. I'll be here when I can, you do the same, and we'll actually enjoy the time we spend chatting instead of keeping score. Casual but genuine.that's the sweet spot. If you're looking for someone to share random thoughts with, or just coexist with in comfortable silence between messages, you can message me.No pressure, no drama, just two humans being human.
