I have seen a great number of necroposting lately and I thought that it would be very helpful to clarify what it is!
What is 'necroposting'?
Necroposting is an action that takes place when a user posts a comment on a thread that is older than 4 weeks. (a little over a month) Threads that are 4 weeks old or older have died. (not literally) Since the thread is more than 4 weeks old, posting on it would be necroposting.
What does 'necroposting' mean?
Necroposting is a word that comes from the prefix necro- meaning dead. And posting. You know what posting is... It means you post on a thread. necroposting means that you post on a dead thread. Usually, dead threads have died because they did not get enough support, or for other various reasons. Usually these threads are associated with the 'Suggestions and Ideas' forum section. (this one) Threads can also die if a question has been answered, usually these threads are ones on the 'Bugs' or 'Support' forum section.
Now that I have clarified what necroposting is. I will also clarify this: NECROPOSTING IS AGAINST THE RULES.
So don't do it c: It will make the support staff's lives so much easier! :D And make the Forums easier to browse.
So next time when you are about to post your opinion on a thread, be sure to check the date that the thread was created and then check the dates of the other people who have posted. If someone necroposted, refrain from posting after them!
Here is something that I have noticed: in most cases, threads that are beyond the first page are more than 4 weeks old! You may browse them, it is only against the rules if you POST on an old thread.
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