ps. The recent things that happened are terrible and appalling -- but after quite a few years online on these kinds of boards - trust me - it isn't 'new' and doesn't only happen here.
A person doesn't have to be a member if they want to ruin someones life or intrude in our business - sadly, there are people out there that would love to do just that.
Anyone with internet savvy can pretty much do whatever they want to do - pay site or Free site...there's that old saying - Where there's a Will there's a way ??? it applies here and again - just use common sense.
If you get pm's asking about another members personal information - don't give it up. Tell that person to contact the member directly -
IF Someone pm's you for PERSONAL INFORMATION about yourself - find out WHY and only share what you want known.
If someone asks you for someones phone number - check with the person who's number it is first. Don't give out phone numbers unless you know for a fact that the person asking is trustworthy and has a valid reason |