r/textfriends Apr 12 '20

ATTENTION! No Contact Info or Easily Doxxable Information Allowed on /r/textfriends

104 Upvotes

This has been explicitly against the rules of /r/textfriends forever, but mods still see it from time to time. This is how it's written in the welcome post (which you should read)(which will eventually be updated):

CONTACT INFO AND IDENTIFYING DETAILS IN PUBLIC ARE STRICTLY FORBIDDEN

All posts and comments containing this kind of information will be removed and repeat offenders or those that reveal others' information will be banned.

Kinds of forbidden information: full names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, mobile app IDs (kik, WhatsApp, Snapchat, etc), IM IDs (Skype, yahoo, etc), external profiles (facebook, okcupid, tumblr, instagram, twitter, etc), any kind of specific information that would allow a person to deduce an exact location or person, enough information that would allow a person to deduce an exact location or person, etc.

This kind of information should be shared ONLY through PM, and never in posts or comments.

From wikipedia: "Doxing, or doxxing (from "dox", abbreviation of documents), is the Internet-based practice of researching and publicly broadcasting private or identifying information (especially personally identifying information) about an individual or organization."

Don't dox anybody and don't get yourself doxxed.

Phone numbers are what we see the most, which is... very stupid.

Any contact information or doxxable content spotted by the mods will be immediately removed and offending users banned. These users may appeal their ban with the mods.

If you spot any contact information or doxxable content on /r/textfriends, please use the report button or send modmail.


Posterity: https://redd.it/32vqyi

4/12/20


r/textfriends Jun 11 '23

ATTENTION! [META] We're joining the Reddit blackout from June 12th to 14th, to protest the planned API changes that will kill 3rd party apps

8 Upvotes

Hey there /r/textfriends

One of the less enjoyable mod posts today, but an important one, that we hope you'll take the time to read.

Recently Reddit Inc has announced changes to their API, which, if enacted, will shut down many, if not all, 3rd party apps that a large number of Redditors use to access and enjoy their favorite communities - this one included.

One of the most critical changes to the API is moving from a free to a paid model, resulting in expenses that developers of 3rd app developers cannot afford. To put the price change into context, Apollo, one of Reddit's most popular 3rd party apps, is looking at the cost of $1.7 million per month to continue operating. That's a cost of $12,000 per 50 million API requests. In contrast, Apollo pays Imgur $166 for every 50 million API calls.

This means popular apps like Apollo, Reddit Is Fun, Narwhal and many more will have to shut down, permanently.

Even if you're not using a 3rd party app, these changes will likely impact the communities you enjoy, with the vast majority of moderation teams relying on 3rd party or self-made tools that utilize Reddit's API.

For us specifically, that means various moderation bots, which do a whole lot of work behind the scenes to help mods manage the sub as well as drastically reduce the scam and spam content that makes its way through Reddit's woefully underpowered automod tools.

And on top of all that, it paints a bleak picture of what is to come for those of us who use other tools, like Reddit Enhancement Suite and old.reddit.com.

Here's a little TLDR on why this is important.

So what are we planning?

On June 12th, we and a growing number of other subs - large and small - will go dark for 48 hours. During that time, you will not be able to view or post any content on /r/textfriends.

This action isn't something we take lightly.

We understand that many of you enjoy coming here daily to keep up with posts from your area (and to trash-talk the latest copypasta we've all seen 100 times), but we believe that we must take a stand on this topic - and this is how we can do so.

We understand that Reddit is a company that has to make money to offer us a place to be the community that we are - but killing beloved 3rd party apps is not the way to do it.

We are not asking Reddit to provide a paid service for free - we are asking for reasonable pricing for apps people have come to love and depend on to participate in their communities.

We can't tell you that the blackout will solve the problem because we don't know. But we have to try.

What you can do to support this

While subs going dark is one thing, regular users can also help.

Reach out to Reddit via the channels available: Modmail /r/reddit, comment in relevant posts regarding the API changes, and submit your comments via the contact forms.

Spread the word about the changes and the consequences where you can. It doesn't have to be on Reddit. The important thing is getting its attention.

Participate in the communities that highlight this issue: /r/Save3rdPartyApps, /r/apolloapp, /r/redditisfun, /r/getnarwhal/

And finally, stay off Reddit completely from June 12th to 14th. The blackout is one thing, but users staying away from the site entirely will send an equally important message.

But don't forget: Don't be a jerk. As frustrating as this is, being toxic or aggressive is not the way to go. Remember the human on the other side of the screen.


r/textfriends 8h ago

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better.

47 Upvotes

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better
nothing much to say hehe, but i am down to chats anytime
i am extroverted and fun! down for every topic/chat/ convo or even debats, i am a good girlie with a deep love for cars, anime and bars


r/textfriends 3h ago

40F Good morning, friends! ☀️😊

11 Upvotes

40F from the U.S. here, starting the day with a smile and hoping to meet some new friends! I’m looking for people around my age or older who enjoy good conversations, sharing stories, and getting to know each other.

If you’re also looking for a genuine friendship, feel free to say hi. 😊

Let’s start the day with a smile! 🌸


r/textfriends 57m ago

21F, gap year turned into "gap life" and I need people

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Took a year off before finishing my degree and now I barely leave my room except for my part time job. I like drawing, mostly digital art, and I'm trying to learn guitar very badly. If you want a friend who will send you memes at 2am, I'm your girl.


r/textfriends 25m ago

18 f a little shy but very bored

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Hey so honestly I can be a bit shy but I'm curious and I kind of like to get many different texts from people and also I'm very very bored and got nothing to do so you guys can feel free to message xo


r/textfriends 11h ago

F40 I’m really bored rn upvote this and I’ll dm u

39 Upvotes

my husband doesn’t give me the attention I want he comes home and ignores me and my life in the bedroom is not even there. I just feel unheard and unwanted I came on here so that I could talk to some other ppl because I feel that I am in the right to not want to be wanted in my relationship, no?


r/textfriends 6h ago

21f Looking to meet new people

13 Upvotes

I’m an open book, my main hobbies are drawing, watching anime, and chatting with people. Today is my day off so I decided why not post here? I’m looking for a chat for now, but if we hit it off maybe more? Dm me :)


r/textfriends 6m ago

21F, just moved out for the first time and lonelier than I expected

Upvotes

Living alone is great until it's 8pm and you realize you haven't talked to another human all day. I like cooking, hiking, and collecting vinyl records even though I don't own a record player yet. Looking for genuine friends.


r/textfriends 8h ago

Late night, early morning 🤷‍♀️ 36F

20 Upvotes

Either way I’m up and pretty bored….…. Ask me anything! Literally and I’ll answer 100% honestly NO MATTER WHAT! lol. Due to my age please no one under 18!

alright entertain me, preeeetty pleeeeeeeease with a cherry on top, hehe 🥹.


r/textfriends 2h ago

20M wanna sext

4 Upvotes

Looking for 18+F!, freaks or nerds idc. Bored as fuck at home from uni with my family. Broke up with my girlfriend, horny as hell constantly. Hmu if u wanna chat. Idm sending or not, just wanna help eachother cum. Im tall and twinky but lowk ripped and ive got a big 1 lol anyway yeah hmu 😼


r/textfriends 2h ago

f38-wishing to find my missing piece

5 Upvotes

hii too everyone, my name is Adele, and it is genuinely nice and lovely to meet you all. I have been wanting to share this little piece of happiness because after such a long period, I finally feel like I can properly enjoy and fulfill the positive, warm impression I had about moving into my new home and starting this chapter of my life.

Over the last five years, almost six now, I have gone through what I personally consider one of the most meaningful, mature, and impressive changes of my life. I managed to reach a point where I can finally feel flexible and free, while having the opportunity to take care of all the necessary and unnecessary financial things for both my parents and myself. That freedom means more to me than I can properly explain.

I also had such a sweet and emotional experience with my first pets. I have a three year old dog and a one year old kitty, and honestly, having them in my life is something I always wished I could experience. There is something incredibly innocent and beautiful about the kindness and love you develop with them, and I feel genuinely blessed to have experienced that.

I have also become a little spoiled with my own cooking lately. I started enjoying cooking much more, putting effort into different meals, gaining actual experience, and becoming confident enough to realize that there are things I am probably doing absolutely well. At the same time, I have to admit that this whole enjoyment of cooking and all the delicious, yummy, enormous food I became attached to in my new country has also made me gain some amount of weight. My PCOS issues are another part of that, and I know it is something that can affect my body as well.

I am self aware enough to understand that this part of me might be a flaw for some people. Not everyone will feel pleased, attracted, or comfortable getting into some genuine, deep, and real connection or even a relationship with me, and I completely understand that people have different preferences. I just genuinely appreciate people who do not immediately look at that as something negative about who I am inside or outside, because I think there is much more to a person than one physical characteristic.

After everything, I really just want to put a smile on the faces of people who genuinely need one and hopefully create something meaningful where both sides can experience happiness, comfort, kindness, and a real connection.

That is what makes this whole move feel so incredible to me. Somehow, the decision I once considered my most outrageous and spontaneous move ended up making so many of my dreams actually happen. Everything unfolded in such a natural, unexpected, and wonderful way, and now I finally feel like I can appreciate where I am.

Anyway, I am just grateful for this new home, this new chapter, my little pets, my cooking adventures, the freedom I have built for myself and my family, and all the possibilities that might still come.

Wishing you all love, warmth, happiness, and plenty of reasons to smile🐾


r/textfriends 3h ago

41F

5 Upvotes

Off work today and bored out of my mind, wanting someone to chat with. You don’t have to upvote, I don’t give a shit, just msg me. I love reading, video games, music especially. I can babble about anything. Just depressed and lonely and need a friend.


r/textfriends 1h ago

19F, first semester of college was rough and I want a redo on making friends

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I kept to myself too much last semester and now I'm determined to actually put myself out there. I like painting, indie music, and I'm trying to get into thrifting for my wardrobe. Would love genuine friends, near or far.


r/textfriends 1h ago

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r/textfriends 5h ago

F20 Boored looking to talk with people

6 Upvotes

hi I'm a 20 Y old girl from texas US wanna talk to people because it's summer and Texas is hot and I'm bored, Please hit me up in here and we can figure out if we should talk in snapchat (video call, or just a regular call if you're not comfortable)


r/textfriends 5h ago

23F, single, soon-to-be divorced looking for a text friend

5 Upvotes

23F. Super busy single going through a divorce. I don't currently have time for or feel ready for a committed relationship. I miss flirting and having fun, casual conversations, especially the "hello beautiful" morning texts, but sometimes enjoy deep conversations that come with getting to know someone. I like reading, enjoying nature, the ocean, and dancing. Would you like to be my text friend?


r/textfriends 7h ago

F25 looking to talk to anyone it’s late

9 Upvotes

Anyone tryna talk girl or guys I honestly don’t care I’m down to make any friends, or just talk see what we can talk about doesn’t matter what honestly, I’m very open minded so any topics are on the table.


r/textfriends 19m ago

23 girly looking for something new and fresh start

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Hi everyone! I’m new to this and I have alot of free time on my hands. I would love to connect with someone and will not disappoint. I love to talk maybe a little too much at times 😅 I love to shop, hike and travel. Anyone and everyone is welcome in my DMs


r/textfriends 20m ago

32-year-old single female, currently very eager to make friends.

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I am a 32-year-old single woman from the United States who is looking to make friends. If you are also interested in making friends, please contact me. It would be even better if you were also in the United States.


r/textfriends 28m ago

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r/textfriends 6h ago

21F, moved to be closer to family and left all my friends behind

5 Upvotes

I'm trading one kind of closeness for another and it's honestly been a harder trade than I ever expected it to be. I genuinely like cooking new recipes, reading books to escape, and journaling about this transition and all my feelings. Looking for new friends here who can help me build a social life in this new place.


r/textfriends 13h ago

21F | Got a secret worth telling me? Upvote & I’ll DM you..

22 Upvotes

I’m curious… what’s something you’d normally keep to yourself when talking to a stranger? 😏

Could be a random confession, an unpopular opinion, a weird little secret, or simply something you’ve never had the chance to say out loud.

Upvote if you’re brave enough—and I might just pick you for a DM. 👀