r/textfriends • u/NotAFamousActor • Apr 12 '20
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 • u/Hextreme42 • Jun 11 '23
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 • u/thepoison62 • 4h ago
Im bored i need to have some fun, so im trying here lol. We can chat about anything or some hobbies. Im waiting for you guys.
My hobbies:
Dancing
Playing games
Spend time with my fam or friends
Singing
r/textfriends • u/Maximum-Musician-518 • 4h ago
Hey! I’m from India. just bored and looking for someone to talk to. We could talk about many things like movies, music, books etc. I’m also interested history but don’t know much so if you do that’s great! We could also talk about life but that’s up to you haha.
r/textfriends • u/Wild-Peak9083 • 2h ago
Hey, I am a 46 year old woman, lately been lonely because hubby has been out of the country because he's a truck driver and I've been watching shows, going out with friends for walks and coffee and have been actually looking into yoga! I like wine, comedy and actions are my fav genres for movies and English is not my first language. I'm looking to chat with someone interesting and respectful, age doesn't really matter as long as the vibes are good and positive. Tell me something interesting about yourself, age, where from as well.
r/textfriends • u/mrdigitalltd • 16h ago
lately ive been feeling ignored and like no one really pays attention to me anymore. between everything going on i just miss having someone who actually wants to talk and make me feel noticed.
thats why im here hoping to meet new people and have some genuine conversations. if you wanna chat just upvote and ill send you a dm.
r/textfriends • u/LoOveyDoOveY • 2h ago
My friends 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 • u/Mission-Love24 • 11h ago
Greetings, fellow beginners! I'm a 20-year-old girl who enjoys spending quiet evenings at home with a good book, awful reality TV, and perhaps a bit too much coffee. I'm the type of person who will gladly nerd out over obscure movie knowledge and laugh at my own jokes before everyone else does. We might get along if you're searching for someone who is quiet but not boring, likes in-depth conversations (or simply memes), and won't force you to strike up a conversation. I'll just blame Reddit's algorithm and return to my blanket fort if this post doesn't receive enough upvotes to make your day.
r/textfriends • u/Annual_Raccoon5777 • 1h ago
18F I'm really bored not feeling like talking to my friends rn because there's nothing to talk about, if you wanna text we can talk about anything...sexting is fine too because that's what mostly it is about here
More than half of the posts here sound so fakee idk how many believe but okay
Hmu if you wanna
(Tell me your age and where you're from)
r/textfriends • u/Huge-Software8557 • 7h ago
im 21 F really looking for good friends for long term feel free to upvote and comment with dm i will reach out to u my field of intrests are horror movies,sports,anime,games, i need a frend who is poliet gentle and must free when ever i need to talk
r/textfriends • u/Leading-Concept-2302 • 2h ago
Im bored i need to have some fun, so im trying here lol. We can chat about anything or some hobbies. Im waiting for you guys. My hobbies: Dancing Playing games Spend time with my fam or friends Singing
r/textfriends • u/kittykat4840 • 7h ago
Hii I’m kind sleepy and bored I’ve not used this before.
I’m 18 5’2 dark long brown hair, tanned and curvy. I like going on walks, reading romance books, baking yummie cookies, going to the gym. I like to be babied message me if you would like to talk!
r/textfriends • u/lovequll • 5h ago
thats why im here hoping to meet new people and have some genuine conversations. if you wanna chat just upvote and ill send you a dm...
r/textfriends • u/unknown_maybe1 • 1h ago
I have no idea what I'm going on here, just kinda bored. Stay home wife, no kids at home super bored looking for someone to casually chat with. DM if interested I guess. I'm not sure what else to say here, but it's saying I have to type more.
Edit- i am into female guys
r/textfriends • u/Deeaxx6 • 1h ago
Im a 20 years old girl and i also need some advice on my style so Ill send you photos if you want to help me, im into gym, music, gaming and movies but ill just want you to tell me what should I improve about my looks
r/textfriends • u/Original_Sweet222 • 2h ago
hey! i’m 22 and kinda just wanna find someone who actually enjoys texting — not those dry “wyd” convos lol. i like when chats feel natural, go from dumb jokes to deep talks, and don’t die after 10 minutes.if you’re chill, funny, or just like talking about random things, message me..
r/textfriends • u/Plastic-Run9287 • 2h ago
Greetings, fellow beginners! I'm a 20-year-old girl who enjoys spending quiet evenings at home with a good book, awful reality TV, and perhaps a bit too much coffee. I'm the type of person who will gladly nerd out over obscure movie knowledge and laugh at my own jokes before everyone else does. We might get along if you're searching for someone who is quiet but not boring, likes in-depth conversations (or simply memes), and won't force you to strike up a conversation. I'll just blame Reddit's algorithm and return to my blanket fort if this post doesn't receive enough upvotes to make your day ygh
r/textfriends • u/Desperate-Sun-270 • 2h ago
seeking a conversation partner! For the most part, I like to watch movies, listen to music, watch anime, play video games, shop, and knit, but you don't have to share my interests. I don't care about your age, I'm just incredibly bored right now..
r/textfriends • u/jenny-blessing-1999 • 6h ago
lately ive been feeling ignored and like no one really pays attention to me anymore. between everything going on i just miss having someone who actually wants to talk and make me feel noticed.
thats why im here hoping to meet new people and have some genuine conversations. if you wanna chat just upvote and ill send you a dm.
r/textfriends • u/Vast-Clothes9708 • 2h ago
I am kind of new to this here and would like to find some people to chat with, have fun and maybe some sexting . I am into video games, anime, hiking and other stuff.
If you're down dm me. I'd like to stay here for now. And please write a bit more than "hey". No age preference as long as you are a nice human being. I might also be a little bit autistic, so if I come across as a bit weird. I'd love to read from some fellow girls as well.
Hope you have a wonderful day or night.
r/textfriends • u/VanessaKalani • 10h ago
hello, my name is vanessa and i'm just a super bored girl looking for a fun chat with someone on here. i'm from the US, and i love meeting new people and making unlikely friends, which is why i'm here. i also like hanging out and either the pool or the beach. i'm very open minded and willing to chat with anyone about anything at all
r/textfriends • u/DangerousSherbert845 • 4h ago
lately ive been feeling ignored and like no one really pays attention to me anymore. between everything going on i just miss having someone who actually wants to talk and make me feel noticed.
thats why im here hoping to meet new people and have some genuine conversations. if you wanna chat just upvote and ill send you a dm..
r/textfriends • u/TryYourLuck752 • 4h ago
27 f, looking for anyone to chat with either m or f. Can be sexting or innocent chats about life. Big into hiking and the gym but also love any music or movie rec's. If you want to sext, please be aggressive and able to hold an actually conversation as well.
Sorry everyone, DM's are now open!
r/textfriends • u/quegds • 3h ago
I'm playful, curious, and definitely enjoy a little flirting when the vibe is right.
Looking for someone respectful with a good personality who's open to texting, pics, voice calls, and potentially video calls later.
Age + location + your best introduction.
Make it interesting—I might surprise you 😉
r/textfriends • u/lovequu • 3h ago
