We get a lot of questions and requests, and most are just repeats of the same ones. Instead of making a new topic every week, here's our answers on some of the issues the posters have brought up in the past.
Can you make a wrestling media forum for sharing of matches, music, pictures, and other wrestling-related stuff?
It's a good idea, and I don't think anyone is against free stuff, but the answer is no. Most wrestling-related stuff is owned by some company, and posting it for free is a violation of the copyrights they may have over the matches, music, pictures, etc. The site can be sued if we facilitate the exchange of such material.
Can you make a pornography forum?
No. We had one years ago, but it was decided that it 1.) was a liability for copyright infringement, 2.) opened the possibility for providing pornography to minors, and 3.) had many people register just to lurk that forum. Anything with nudity or pornography is strictly forbidden and will result in instant banning of the person.
Can you create a X forum?
Unless we see that demand is great (and not by one poster flooding a forum w/ topics, mind you), we don't intend on making any new forums. There have been requests for weightlifting, cars, action figures, and a few other types of forums in the past, but demand wasn't there.
Can you ban/warn X?
If you have an issue with a poster, don't make it public. PM a global mod or admin and we'll look into it.
How do you become a mod or admin?
There's no application process. Just post regularly and well, and you'll possibly be noticed when the need is there. Being a mod is a big responsibility, and we need to have someone who can handle it. Just saying you can do it isn't enough. Just keep posting and you may just get the nod. But remember, patience is a virtue. Requesting a mod spot is an easy way to lose nomination for the spot.
How can I have a custom avatar?
Can't. Uploading or linking to custom avatars take up space on the server or increase load time, respectively, so unfortunately it's not allowed. If some graphics makers create some new general avatars (like the ones in our gallery), also at the moment we can not upload Avatars to the gallery, so we are stuck with the one’s we have, for now.
Why did X get banned?
I'm sure whatever reason a poster gets banned is a good one. Nobody on the mod staff who can ban does so without reason. Chances are the person was warned enough or was stirring up shit.
Where can I get a free live PPV stream?
Not here. Such links are illegal, so they're not going on through here. If you wanna facilitate an exchange, do it over an Instant Messenger client and not on the site.
Can I get my Name Changed?
Yes, there is a Thread to request a Name Change, but it is subject to its own rules, to prevent the workload of name changes becoming too much for the Admin's. If you wish to request a Name Change, simply post here.
Will you fix something on the main site?
If you have a question regarding the news or radio sections of WZ, send an email to Chris Cash at [email protected]. You can also make suggestions for the site to the same address.
Why was my Thread Closed?
Your Thread would have been closed by one of the Forum Mods, they usually give a reason, but if they didn’t don’t post a Thread here bitching about it, either PM one of the Forum mods or an Admin and they will be able to tell you why, while your waiting for a reply try reading the rules, as you may well find the reason in there.
What’s with all the Ad's?
Sorry, but there is very little any of the regular staff can do about this. If it bothers you so much, then contact the site owner on the above E-Mail Address, otherwise I'm afraid you'll just have to put up with it, like the rest of us.
Can you add x Feature to the Board
We are currently in the process of adding new features to the forums. These new features will be available soon, however in the meantime if you have any suggestions for the forums, please send a private message to the user 'WZWill'.
Why cant I start a new Topic, or PM anyone?
You must get 10 Posts before being able to start a topic or use the PM System.
Can we get some more Avatars?
For the time being no. We do not have access to load new avatars onto the board at this time, repeatedly asking will not get you anywhere.
WZ Awards... They are cool!
No, they are not cool. They are pointless and they don't need to be implemented at all. So dont ask for this again, the answer will be no and you will be warned.
Why can't I start a thread?
1) You don't have 10 posts or 2) You just recently acquired 10 posts, and the forum hasn't given you the ability to start a thread yet. Just wait a little while, and you'll be able to start a thread shortly.
If I don't have 10 posts, can I hijack another thread to start the thread I want?
No. Not only is that being a complete ass, it is also against the rules, and will result in a Spam Infraction. Don't do it.
*insert random question about reputation here*
It's just reputation, and has nothing to do with what you are allowed to do on the forum. If you get a lot of red rep, that means people don't respect your opinion, if you get a lot of green, it means people don't hate you. And, at the present time, you may not disable rep.
What is those things underneath my custom user title?
Those are called User Ranks. Here is how you achieve User Ranks: http://forums.wrestlezone.com/showthread.php?t=45799
**Any starting a topic or asking about any of these issues will be warned, we don’t post this stuff for our own amusement.**
Can you make a wrestling media forum for sharing of matches, music, pictures, and other wrestling-related stuff?
It's a good idea, and I don't think anyone is against free stuff, but the answer is no. Most wrestling-related stuff is owned by some company, and posting it for free is a violation of the copyrights they may have over the matches, music, pictures, etc. The site can be sued if we facilitate the exchange of such material.
Can you make a pornography forum?
No. We had one years ago, but it was decided that it 1.) was a liability for copyright infringement, 2.) opened the possibility for providing pornography to minors, and 3.) had many people register just to lurk that forum. Anything with nudity or pornography is strictly forbidden and will result in instant banning of the person.
Can you create a X forum?
Unless we see that demand is great (and not by one poster flooding a forum w/ topics, mind you), we don't intend on making any new forums. There have been requests for weightlifting, cars, action figures, and a few other types of forums in the past, but demand wasn't there.
Can you ban/warn X?
If you have an issue with a poster, don't make it public. PM a global mod or admin and we'll look into it.
How do you become a mod or admin?
There's no application process. Just post regularly and well, and you'll possibly be noticed when the need is there. Being a mod is a big responsibility, and we need to have someone who can handle it. Just saying you can do it isn't enough. Just keep posting and you may just get the nod. But remember, patience is a virtue. Requesting a mod spot is an easy way to lose nomination for the spot.
How can I have a custom avatar?
Can't. Uploading or linking to custom avatars take up space on the server or increase load time, respectively, so unfortunately it's not allowed. If some graphics makers create some new general avatars (like the ones in our gallery), also at the moment we can not upload Avatars to the gallery, so we are stuck with the one’s we have, for now.
Why did X get banned?
I'm sure whatever reason a poster gets banned is a good one. Nobody on the mod staff who can ban does so without reason. Chances are the person was warned enough or was stirring up shit.
Where can I get a free live PPV stream?
Not here. Such links are illegal, so they're not going on through here. If you wanna facilitate an exchange, do it over an Instant Messenger client and not on the site.
Can I get my Name Changed?
Yes, there is a Thread to request a Name Change, but it is subject to its own rules, to prevent the workload of name changes becoming too much for the Admin's. If you wish to request a Name Change, simply post here.
Will you fix something on the main site?
If you have a question regarding the news or radio sections of WZ, send an email to Chris Cash at [email protected]. You can also make suggestions for the site to the same address.
Why was my Thread Closed?
Your Thread would have been closed by one of the Forum Mods, they usually give a reason, but if they didn’t don’t post a Thread here bitching about it, either PM one of the Forum mods or an Admin and they will be able to tell you why, while your waiting for a reply try reading the rules, as you may well find the reason in there.
What’s with all the Ad's?
Sorry, but there is very little any of the regular staff can do about this. If it bothers you so much, then contact the site owner on the above E-Mail Address, otherwise I'm afraid you'll just have to put up with it, like the rest of us.
Can you add x Feature to the Board
We are currently in the process of adding new features to the forums. These new features will be available soon, however in the meantime if you have any suggestions for the forums, please send a private message to the user 'WZWill'.
Why cant I start a new Topic, or PM anyone?
You must get 10 Posts before being able to start a topic or use the PM System.
Can we get some more Avatars?
For the time being no. We do not have access to load new avatars onto the board at this time, repeatedly asking will not get you anywhere.
WZ Awards... They are cool!
No, they are not cool. They are pointless and they don't need to be implemented at all. So dont ask for this again, the answer will be no and you will be warned.
Why can't I start a thread?
1) You don't have 10 posts or 2) You just recently acquired 10 posts, and the forum hasn't given you the ability to start a thread yet. Just wait a little while, and you'll be able to start a thread shortly.
If I don't have 10 posts, can I hijack another thread to start the thread I want?
No. Not only is that being a complete ass, it is also against the rules, and will result in a Spam Infraction. Don't do it.
*insert random question about reputation here*
It's just reputation, and has nothing to do with what you are allowed to do on the forum. If you get a lot of red rep, that means people don't respect your opinion, if you get a lot of green, it means people don't hate you. And, at the present time, you may not disable rep.
What is those things underneath my custom user title?
Those are called User Ranks. Here is how you achieve User Ranks: http://forums.wrestlezone.com/showthread.php?t=45799
**Any starting a topic or asking about any of these issues will be warned, we don’t post this stuff for our own amusement.**