Thread: Signature & Picture Guidelines Reminder

Just a friendly reminder....

Signature & Picture Guidelines & Help

Please note that we have specific guidelines for these privileges. Please see the section below.

1. Image dimensions and File Size Limitations: These shall be limited to 500x500 pixels maximum, with a file size limit of 250kb maximum.

2. Slideshows: Must adhere to the dimension and file size limitations above. Also, please limit to no more than 5 rotating images for the benefit of other users. At this time we are not allowing slideshows with music/audio effects that auto-start.

3. Content: Please be aware that all signatures should adhere to the same rules as listed within the Community Guidelines. Again, please refrain from including profanity, violence, obscenity, lewd, or sexually explicit content or that intended to purposefully mock/bash/demean within either area in deference to (or as a courtesy to) your fellow members and their families.

4. Use of multiple (stacked) images: We are aware that you may wish to include one or many worthy causes/remembrances within your signature. However, due to space constraints and loading difficulties for our users, you are still asked to contain all of your signature within the limits provided above. This does include blinkies, tickers, and other graphics. One suggestion is to create a couple of signatures and alternate.

5. Courtesy in use: We are pleased to offer you this opportunity to share your families, your beliefs, and your points of interest within your signature. Please, however, be courteous to one another and recognize that you do not have to include your signature with each and every post you make. This particularly applies to those within the same thread. Once is enough.

6. Centering: Please do not use the centering code on your signature. While we know that it looks nice for some, for others it forces members to scroll back and forth simply to read any thread you post your signature on.

7. Posting Pictures: To post pictures, either in your signature or within a post, you will need to set up an album on an offsite image hosting website, such as Photobucket, Flickr, Snapfish, or Shutterfly. Once you have uploaded your pictures to one of these sites, you can then copy/paste the image code (denoted by [img]......[/img]) into your signature or post.

Please understand those choosing to ignore these guidelines will risk the loss of theses privilege(s) and a possible disablement of account for repeated offenses.


FAQ:


Why are these limitations necessary?

Our web space is limited. We wish to offer the greatest perks possible, but feel these are reasonable limitations. The outcome is a faster and better site!
Our users, including each of you, benefit! Faster load times, less hang ups, and less space taken up on your personal (cache) computer files... not to mention that we are able to enjoy what you've chosen to share!

Why can't I post attachments?

Due to our extremely large membership base and the large drain on our bandwidth and limited server space, we don't allow anyone, not even hosts, to post attachments. Instead, we request that you use one of the free offsite image hosting websites alternatives available, such as Photobucket, Flickr, Snapfish, or Shutterfly.
Also, unfortunately spammers will try to post malware and viruses via attachment. By not allowing ANY attachments, this is one way to try to protect our members and eliminate threats to you computer.

When does this policy become effective?

It is effective immediately.

How can I resize?

You can either use a photo image program on your home computer (the one that you designed with) or if you still need help please contact one of our volunteers on our Signature Help Board.

A signature? How and where do I get one?

To create a signature, simply click on User CP, then select Edit Signature under Settings & Options in Your Control Panel and insert the codes/text and save! Still have questions or need additional help? You can visit Christy (Mom2ThreeKiddos) on our Signature Help Board or pm Princess&ThePea at anytime and we would be happy to help you out.

PLEASE NOTE: The signature size of 500x500 pixels includes any photos, tickers, blinkies, or other images. This does NOT include text. There is, however, a 510 character allowable limit for all signatures and occasionally when you go to save your signature you will get a message telling you you are over this character limit.



Please go to the Signature Help board if you need assistance checking your siggy size. There is a Sticky titled Signature & Picture Guidelines. If you still need help you can definitely holler at me as well.

Is there a way to set *NOT* displaying my signature as the default? I'd love to adhere to number 5 more frequently but unchecking that box is just so annoying.

Originally Posted by TiggersMommy

Is there a way to set *NOT* displaying my signature as the default? I'd love to adhere to number 5 more frequently but unchecking that box is just so annoying.

Nope, not that I'm aware of. I just got into the habit of unchecking that box and now it's hard for me to leave my siggy because I'm just so used to clicking it.

Boo. That should totally be an option.

i always forget to check it

Originally Posted by TiggersMommy

Boo. That should totally be an option.

I agree. Bring it up to the powers that be LOL!

I think as mod, it's your job.

I always forget to uncheck the box! I'm horrible about that.

I didn't even know we should uncheck it...when we are chatting...LOL!
*headdesk*...there I am...posting along...lol!

HI! I was, ya know... stalking as usual and found this!

So, no, there is no default setting. Really, the only way to do that is to just delete your siggy altogether, which of course is NO fun at all!

But I kind of thought it was clever! I am not sure if it is even an option that we can have the option of putting an option in for.... but I sure will bring it to attention!

FWIW, I forget to turn my siggy off too.. all the time.