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Our community badges recognize and reward members for their engagement, trustworthiness, and contributions. Below are the guidelines for earning, displaying, and maintaining these badges.Badge Categories & Requirements
Trust & Safety Badges
- Verified Member: Granted after identity verification.
- Trusted Contributor: Awarded after 3 months of consistent, high-quality contributions with no rule violations.
Engagement Badges
- Active Member: Given to members who post at least 50 times within a month.
- Discussion Starter: Awarded to members who create 10+ meaningful discussion threads.
- Top Contributor: Recognizes members with 100+ replies and an overall helpful presence.
Community Support Badges
- Helper: Given to members who consistently answer questions and assist newcomers.
- Friendly Neighbor: Recognizes members who engage positively, welcome new users, and promote a kind atmosphere.
Special Interest & Achievement Badges
- Health & Wellness Advocate: Given to members who actively contribute to health discussions.
- Tech Guru: Awarded to members providing tech help and advice.
- Relationship Advisor: Earned by those who offer valuable insights into relationships and family matters.
- Author: Publish original articles or insights in the forum.
- Creative: Share original content such as artwork, photography, or creative writing.
🎖 Longevity & Loyalty Badges
- 1-Year Member: Automatically awarded on the first anniversary.
- 5-Year Veteran: A special badge for loyal long-term members.
- Elite: Long-standing members with outstanding contributions, selected by admins.
- VIP: Earned through significant contributions, premium membership, or admin discretion.
How to Earn Badges
- Participate in forum discussions actively and positively.
- Follow community guidelines and maintain a respectful presence.
- Contribute valuable insights, start discussions, and help others.
- Verify your identity to access trust-based badges.
Displaying & Maintaining Badges
- Badges appear on your profile and posts as a sign of credibility.
- Some badges may require ongoing engagement to maintain (e.g., Active Member resets if inactive for 3 months).
- Violating forum rules may result in badge removal.
Requesting or Nominating for Badges
- Some badges are automatically assigned, while others require a request.
- Members can nominate others for badges by contacting moderators.
- If you believe you qualify for a badge but haven't received it, submit a request through the forum’s support page.
Community Badge Etiquette
- Badges are a recognition of contribution, not a competition.
- Respect badge holders and their expertise.
- Do not engage in badge farming (spamming just to earn badges).
Final Thoughts
Our badge system is designed to foster trust, engagement, and a supportive community atmosphere. Keep contributing, stay respectful, and earn your recognition!For any questions regarding badges, feel free to reach out to the moderators.
Happy posting!
