Tyee Commenting FAQ
- Can I change my login name and/or delete my account?
- I lost my password and/or login name, what can I do?
- Once I'm registered, how can I change the information in my profile?
- Can I edit my Comments?
- Can other commentors or members of the public email me?
- Why should I log out?
- What are the rules of conduct for commenting on Tyee stories?
- What do I do if I find a post objectionable, or am being personally targeted?
- Why can't I see the comment I just wrote?
- How does a comment become one of the Best Comments?
1. Can I change my login name and/or delete my account?
Not using this form. However if you have a good reason for needing this changed please email the webmaster, [email protected] with your request.
2. I lost my password and/or login name, what can I do?
Enter your email address on this page, or your login name and a new numeric password will be sent to you if you exist in our system. If you want to change your password back to something easy to remember, login with your numeric password, click the my profile link in the top left corner of the site, enter a new password in your profile form, and submit the form.
3. Once I'm registered, how can I change the information in my profile?
You just have to login using your login name and password. You will see the words " Hello, [your login name]" in the top left corner of The Tyee site. You can then click on the link below your name that says: my profile. You will be taken to your profile form which displays all your current information, and can be updated.
Note: It is your responsibility to keep the information in your profile up-to-date. You should especially ensure that your email address is kept current, so The Tyee can contact you if there is a problem with your account. Accounts with invalid email addresses will be deleted.
You can alter any of the fields in your profile, except your login name. Once you have registered your login name, it becomes yours for life. However if you have a good reason for needing this changed please email the webmaster, [email protected] with your request.
4. Can I edit my Comments?
No. We hope you will choose your words carefully and try to be succinct. If you feel you have made an error in one of your posts you can always correct it by posting again.
5. Can other commentors or members of the public e-mail me?
No. All your information, except for your login name is confidencial and is kept by The Tyee only for the purpose of contacting you if the need arises.
6. Why should I log out?
If you are using a public computer, and you remain logged in, it is conceivable that someone else might use your account to post to Tyee stories.
7. What are the rules of conduct for commenting on Tyee stories?
The Tyee exists to inform, enlighten and spark constructive discussion.
We ask you to reflect this spirit in your comments, to relate your comments to the subject matter of the preceding articles, and to refrain from personal insults towards authors or other commenters.
The Tyee is not responsible for the content of posted comments.
We reserve the right to delete comments we deem vulgar, personally insulting, libelous, racist, or sexist, or for any other reason harmful to the quality of the Tyee forum. In addition, we may delete excessive postings from one commenter to give others a chance to comment. Regular violators of these rules will be blocked from further commenting on The Tyee.
Although The Tyee will attempt to apply these rules equitably and consistently, it is impossible for us to review all messages.
8. What do I do if I find a post objectionable, or am being personally targeted?
Under each comment, there is an option called "Suggest as offensive." Clicking this sends an e-mail to a Tyee editor who will review the comment and take the appropriate action. Alternatively, e-mail [email protected] and [email protected] with your contact information and a link to the comment in question.
9. Why can't I see the comment I just wrote?
First, make sure you're looking in the right location. The Best Comments tab displays by default at the bottom of each story, but all new comments go to the bottom of the All Comments tab. Second, make sure your registration is complete. When you register, our system automatically sends a confirmation e-mail that contains a link that you must click to confirm the registration. If you submit a comment before clicking this link, the comment won't display. If you are still having problems finding the comment you submitted, contact us at [email protected].
10. How does a comment become one of the Best Comments?
By being on topic, presenting fresh insights or arguments, no matter what position taken. Who decides? Tyee editors do. Certainly, we will be guided by your recommendations. That is why we gave you the power to make them. But the decision ultimately falls to us.
