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If you make a post and you see "******" characters in the link URL, that means the site you posted is banned and you should remove the post's content immediately and ask a staff member to delete the post/thread.
Sites are banned for a variety of reasons and we do not always explain why they are banned.
For example, a few of the reasons a site may be banned include:
We do periodically reconsider site bans, but it is not very often.
Can I give hints or instructions on how to access a banned site?
No. Doing so will result in an official warning.
Sites are banned for a variety of reasons and we do not always explain why they are banned.
For example, a few of the reasons a site may be banned include:
- The site is known to contain offensive content
- The site is known to post unconfirmed rumor and/or click-bait articles
- A representative or agent of the site has spammed links to their site or posted drive-by ads
- The site has been known to show advertising that contains malware or other security alerts
We do periodically reconsider site bans, but it is not very often.
Can I give hints or instructions on how to access a banned site?
No. Doing so will result in an official warning.