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*'''Block anonymous users only''': When blocking an IP address, this should almost always be checked, unless the IP in question is suspected of using registered accounts; if that's the case, then the block ''should not be for an infinite time span'', as innocent IP's and users may end up being blocked. | *'''Block anonymous users only''': When blocking an IP address, this should almost always be checked, unless the IP in question is suspected of using registered accounts; if that's the case, then the block ''should not be for an infinite time span'', as innocent IP's and users may end up being blocked. | ||
| − | *'''Prevent account creation''': This should <font color="crimson">''only''</font> be checked if the block duration is less than one (1) month, because innocent users and IP's may be blocked accidentally. For all infinite blocks, please | + | *'''Prevent account creation''': This should <font color="crimson">''only''</font> be checked if the block duration is less than one (1) month, because innocent users and IP's may be blocked accidentally. For all infinite blocks, please ''leave this unchecked''. |
*'''Automatically block the last IP address...''': Should only be used if the block is less than one (1) month. For all infinite blocks, please '''leave this unchecked''' to avoid blocking innocent contributors. | *'''Automatically block the last IP address...''': Should only be used if the block is less than one (1) month. For all infinite blocks, please '''leave this unchecked''' to avoid blocking innocent contributors. | ||
Revision as of 00:19, 3 April 2008
Use the form below to block editing access from a specific username. This should only be done to prevent vandalism and protect the site. Remember to check the user's block log and talk page before blocking, and always fill in a reason for your block!
Blocking durations
Note: These durations are only guidelines, not policy; admins should always use their own best judgment.
- Offense: Simple vandalism not involving profanity or personal attacks.
- Duration: DO NOT BLOCK. A simple welcome (for new users) and/or warning will do.
- Offense: Simple vandalism involving profanity or personal attacks.
- Duration: A strong warning or 1 to 2 days block depending on severity.
- Offense: Complex and pre-meditated vandalism.
- Duration: 3 days to 1 week, depending on severity.
- Offense: Large amount of complex and pre-meditated vandalism.
- Duration: 1 week to 1 month, depending on severity.
- Indefinite Blocks: These should only be used in one of two circumstances:
- For established users: Under the consensus of two or more administrators.
- For new users: Vandalism after previous warning and a previous block.
Blocking Options
- Block anonymous users only: When blocking an IP address, this should almost always be checked, unless the IP in question is suspected of using registered accounts; if that's the case, then the block should not be for an infinite time span, as innocent IP's and users may end up being blocked.
- Prevent account creation: This should only be checked if the block duration is less than one (1) month, because innocent users and IP's may be blocked accidentally. For all infinite blocks, please leave this unchecked.
- Automatically block the last IP address...: Should only be used if the block is less than one (1) month. For all infinite blocks, please leave this unchecked to avoid blocking innocent contributors.
- Prevent user from sending e-mail: Should only be used if the user being blocked is suspect to email abuse.
