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JULY 16, 2007 at 8:49 PM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: HPANA
Thanks to "the worst kind of Muggles" -- those who ruthlessly attempted to spoil the enjoyment of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on HPANA in 2005 -- we've implemented a comprehensive set of protection policies for Deathly Hallows, which are now live.
Unfortunately they are rather strict and cripple much of the site's functionality, but we would like to err on the side of caution rather than convenience. As such, members who joined after July 1st, 2007 or who have less than 100 points will not be able to post in HPANA's forums at all, effective immediately. External images and links have been disabled until after the book release, and the Wizard Wire Service on HPANA's home page has been temporarily removed.
We hope these and other minor changes will help ensure a spoiler-free experience on the site. Please don't hesitate to contact one of the moderators if you find something spoilery anywhere on the site.
Also note that any spoilers (scans of the book, chapter or plot summaries or elements) prior to its official release at 12:01 a.m. on July 21 will be removed and the poster's details, including IP address, will be forwarded to the Harry Potter publishers and JK Rowling's office. (Not to mention, banned from HPANA.)
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Witch
Points: 969
Tirinwe says:
ah. what a relief. it was on HPANA that i read the most disappointing spoiler (on accident of course) about HBP. way to make us feel okay about coming on here =)
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 11:01 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 46
hooverfletcher2000 says:
I think this is pretty fair, but it's also unfair as well. Potter fans (such as me) who have recently discovered this fab site, and haven't made it to 100+ points yet can't participate in anything! I think it is somewhat unfair as well, but i suppose it's just for the best, for no spoilers. I can see how new people have that risk of being a spoiler poster
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 12:12 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 19
Hermione_14 says:
i think that this is a great idea. i would hate if someone spoiled the Seventh book for me. sadly i don't have 100 points but that's OK.
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 1:20 PM EST
Witch
Points: 765
harmony granger says:
It's about time!! Yeah mods!! Anyway, it's good that this is happening because I don't want spoilers if I haven't finished reading the *tear* last, installment of HP....go HPANA!!
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 3:04 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 56
I am a horcrux says:
So wait... just because i'm not a big enough nerd to contribute 100 points, i'm no longer allowed to share my thoughts and theories on book 7? I'm as big a Harry Potter fan as any person in here, I just don't find it prudent to contribute half of my free time to typing stuff in here, and now I'm being punished for it? Wow.
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 3:17 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 17
CREULELLA BELLA says:
Why cant i post anything?
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 4:37 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 64
nahomus says:
This is a great thing to do...
However the 100 points part is a bit harsh. I mean, I've only got 63 points but look at my subscription date...
I don't post so much because I read others posts instead.
Tinny little harsh... please don't become just like Umbridge.
PS: Could you allow those above 50 points to post atleast. And could you also take in consideration the subscription date.... Wouaahh... I wanna post ...
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 5:32 PM EST
Witch
Points: 606
kat_123 says:
Great protection HPANA! Cheers, glad your trying to stop spoilers!
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 7:00 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1017
//*Gim*\\ says:
OH MY GOD!
I cant believe there's not gonna be more HP stories in a few hours!!!!!!
I'm soooo gonna cry while reading it.It's sooooooo sadd!!!!
I cant waaaaaaaaait!
Everyone's telling stories about what will happen in this book. I'm sick of all that crap. Why dont they shut up and stop spoiling the whole thing??!!
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 7:18 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 460
KatJohnson says:
Excellent! Yes, better safe than sorry. It's bad enough to know that there are possibly rogues out there who have already finished readnig DH who may spoil it for the rest of us.
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 7:22 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1292
loonylupinlover says:
I was just wondering if once we become live again on HPANA will Deathly Hallows be able to be discussed like HBP ---chapter by chapter? I enjoyed that so much becasue i was able to move at my own pace.
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 8:30 PM EST
Squib
Points: 104
harrypotterfan212223 says:
Hey does anyone know if we can post if we're close to 100 points and then we get 100 points by posting about news, like on here?
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 11:00 PM EST
Squib
Points: 104
harrypotterfan212223 says:
Dang flabbit, I have 98 points! If only I had 2 more! Oh well, only 1 more day, so it's not like I can't post for a month. I'm glad they're be less spoilers now!
Posted Jul 19, 2007 at 11:47 PM EST
Squib
Points: 110
Daniella Clearvall says:
What?! Just because I don't have 100 points? I mean, it's good that you try to avoid spoiling anything, but this is unfair. I feel that this is almost too far, because even new HPANA-members can understand enough to not ruin everything, and people like me, who have under 100 points, can still have been on HPANA for quite a while. I hoped I would never need to say this, but for the first time HPANA disappoints me. Thanks for reading.
-Elise, fuzzing
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 7:46 AM EST
Pirate To The End
Points: 6753
*The*Shining*Star* says:
I'm glad to see that so much is being done to prevent the book being spoiled for everyone. I know that I, for one, will probably be back on as soon as the site is up again, or as soon as I have finished the book, whatever comes first :)
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 11:04 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 43
GryffindorFan39 says:
Yeah it is unfair that people that have under a 100 points can't post but it's good that it will stop anyone from spoiling the book Thanks Hpana.
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 12:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 894
darkside rocker says:
I think thoese are some good rules.
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 2:14 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 44
kfunk01 says:
since I can't post anywhere else because I do not have 100 points... I am doing it here. I have been torn lately. Either she is killing off harry and voldemort. Or Voldemort will die and because Harry had to kill him he will be banned from the magic world never to use magic again. Just some speculation. Oh and by the way maybe we should go by a different rule like hmmm date since we have been with the site it think it stinks that just because I haven't accumlated enough points...Grumble...
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 3:25 PM EST
Squib
Points: 112
KID says:
I am your member since 2 to 3 years, but i am not a reguler post massenger that dose not mean that my massage will not appear as my points are below 100, that is totaly unfair to me as a member of your site I can't type good english but I dont write any spoillers and tell any hint about the book, even I dont type bad or rather foul words I am a true fan of Harry potter and I relly Liked your site .
I really thought that you people are doing good job at Hpana being a reguler visiter to this site I want to see your reply to this massage please.
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 5:04 PM EST
Minister of Disinformation
(Moderator)
Points: 9654
Geri says:
KID -- I'm sorry you fall into the catergory of members who can not post in the forums, but because of previous book launches these measures had to be taken.
Daniella Clearvall -- What disappoints me is that members don't remember what the last release was like on Potter sites with spoilers. Everything we have done on HPANA is to preserve the joy fans get by being surprised & not spoiled. If you can't understand where we are coming from & what we are doing for our thousands of members, I'm sorry.
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 6:10 PM EST
Witch
Points: 534
~AlyPotter~ says:
I can't believe that some people would actually take the time to ruin things for everyone else. Some individuals are absoulutely ruthless. I am happy that these policies are coming into affect. Can't wait to read the book.
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 9:09 PM EST
Witch
Points: 692
FizzingWhizbeez says:
Thanks, guys. I always know it's safe to come to HPANA because you protect us from unwanted spoilers. :)
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 9:33 PM EST
Student
Points: 289
I need a time-turner! says:
I was in a forum just a day or so before HBP came out and someone posted a HUGE spoiler out of nowhere!! I was DEVASTAED!!!! I wasnt even in a HBP forum!! Im SOOOOO glad you put up these security measures! THANK YOU!!!! A little over an hour and I will have my copy!!! YEAAAAAA
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 11:41 PM EST
Student
Points: 289
I need a time-turner! says:
KID says:
I am your member since 2 to 3 years, but i am not a reguler post massenger that dose not mean that my massage will not appear as my points are below 100, that is totaly unfair to me as a member of your site I can't type good english but I dont write any spoillers and tell any hint about the book, even I dont type bad or rather foul words I am a true fan of Harry potter and I relly Liked your site .
I really thought that you people are doing good job at Hpana being a reguler visiter to this site I want to see your reply to this massage please.
Kid dont take it personaly!! Would you rather that they didnt take these measures and you happen accross a spoiler that ruins the book for you??? Most people who are new (I know your not) and have less than 100 points are more of a threat then someone who has lost of points! Dont be upset, be happy that you can be fairly sure that you wont run into any spoilers!!!!
Posted Jul 20, 2007 at 11:45 PM EST
Squib
Points: 129
Captain*Obvious says:
Thats a great precaution...but when exactly will we be able to post again?
Posted Jul 25, 2007 at 2:02 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3647
Anastasia Popovick says:
This was wonderful to keep out the unwanted spoilers. I haven't finished reading the book yet and I really appreciate it!
Posted Jul 26, 2007 at 11:09 AM EST
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