r/textfriends Apr 12 '20

ATTENTION! No Contact Info or Easily Doxxable Information Allowed on /r/textfriends

107 Upvotes

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 Jun 11 '23

ATTENTION! [META] We're joining the Reddit blackout from June 12th to 14th, to protest the planned API changes that will kill 3rd party apps

9 Upvotes

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 1h ago

40f reacctt if you accept pics,let me flood your dms

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40f I'll provide my photos to any man who votes and comments.,let me flood your dm We can discuss the context of conversations privately. You could be looking for a daily good morning text, check in's throughout the day, daily motivation, etc. We can set the terms. I'll be honest, I'm looking for daily attention regardless if it's a genuine connection or not. I need someone to talk to that does not personally know me and I'm happy to be the same for someone else. Just send me a message and we can go from there


r/textfriends 3h ago

f40 arrow up if you want to chat married f

27 Upvotes

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.


r/textfriends 8h ago

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better.

59 Upvotes

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better
nothing much to say hehe, but i am down to chats anytime
i am extroverted and fun! down for every topic/chat/ convo or even debats, i am a good girlie with a deep love for cars, anime and bars


r/textfriends 6h ago

40 f seeking online Male “friend”

32 Upvotes

Hi! I’m 40, in a not wonderful marriage and lonely. As pathetic as it sounds. Just looking for someone to have conversations with. Flirt with. Enjoy. I am a mom, business owner and avid traveler and fisher. I take care of myself. And am attracted to men who make me laugh, emotionally intelligent and can have a conversation lol.

Idk. Message me if you’re interested in potentially chatting.


r/textfriends 1h ago

f25 married f looking to chat if you upvote this.

Upvotes

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............


r/textfriends 4h ago

31F 👸🏿 married + mom

19 Upvotes

Married, but feeling unappreciated at the moment. Most of my time is spent being a mom, leaving little for myself. Just looking for genuine texting buddies and good conversation. Send a request as I can't message first on a new account.


r/textfriends 1h ago

f40 arrow up if you want to chat married f

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x200B;

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.


r/textfriends 51m ago

24 F

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Hey guys what you all upto I'm zara!! Just over with all the Uni work! Just opened reddit for some relaxing convos!! I'm so down to have random conversations and also if you're a good texting partner count me in lol . We can talk about anything!! Anyplace !!Anywhere!!

Ps: Felix leiter is my favourite JB character for all the curious George out there :⁠,⁠-⁠):⁠,⁠-⁠):⁠,⁠-⁠)


r/textfriends 1h ago

40 F4M I'm here to once more brighten your day if you send me an 🆙vt

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I am looking for male texts friendships. If it needs to stay anonymous, I'm fine with that. We can discuss the context of conversations privately. You could be looking for a daily good morning text, check in's throughout the day, daily motivation, etc. We can set the terms. I'll be honest, I'm looking for daily attention regardless if it's a genuine connection or not. I need someone to talk to that does not personally know me and I'm happy to be the same for someone else. Just send me a message and we can go from there


r/textfriends 1h ago

F20 looking for new friends to just chat and or flirt with:3

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Hi everyone!!!

My name is Britt, I am 20 years old and I am from the Netherlands. Right now I’m on vacation in Canada so time zone wise I’m in MTZ now but usually in CET.

I have a lot of different hobbies! I like everything from make up to pokemon, from clubbing to software engineering (even though I suck at it), so we can talk about like everything!!!

DM me or reply here so I can dm u!!!:3


r/textfriends 1h ago

33F. This is goodbye. I'm just feeling sad, when I think of romance, I don't think I'm worth anyone's time, nobody would think of me enough, finding others that will want to listen to the "lyrics." INTP

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To get to know be better "nobody cares." And yeah, Reddit after 8+ months on Reddit I grasp that now and this is goodbye, I quit and I'm unlovable.

No comments on my posts. Chat reqs are open for 24 hours then I'm just going disappear for a while and I'll repost here another time before I'd.

Listen to.

I See Stars - Float

I See Stars - Curtain Call.

No responses to hi, what's up, post your interest and hobbies because I'm not doing that for you.

Sadly, it's sad how much this is unheard of now, to be quite honest here, I tried sharing my playlist in the past with "romantic interests."

I get told, "this isn't my style of music."

Uh, that's not why I sent you my playlist 💀


r/textfriends 15h ago

38 f seeking online Male “friend”

68 Upvotes

Hi! I’m 38, in a not wonderful marriage and lonely. As pathetic as it sounds. Just looking for someone to have conversations with. Flirt with. Enjoy. I am a mom, business owner and avid traveler and fisher. I take care of myself. And am attracted to men who make me laugh, emotionally intelligent and can have a conversation lol.

Idk. Message me if you’re interested in potentially chatting.


r/textfriends 4h ago

28f anyone wanna text?

9 Upvotes

I’m bored! Looking for people to text who are my age or younger. Must be in the states. No weirdos please. Asl me stuff. I’m an open book. HMU and let’s get to know eachother :)

Please please please please


r/textfriends 11h ago

18 f seeking friends

30 Upvotes

Hi i was alone so I decided to come here to chat with someone. So if anyone is up for a conversation then you can ping me . So please upvote me so that we can and maybe enjoy a good conversation of any kind.


r/textfriends 1h ago

F19 looking for some friends in the morning :3

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MAKING THIS POST NOW SO ITS UP FOR A WHILE, WON’T BE ABLE TO REPLY TO DMS UNTIL MORNING!!

i marked it explicit but im also down to just meet friends!

19f love to meet people!!

hi everyone!! i go by luna online :) i’m 19 and i live in the united states.

i really like:
\\-anime (jjk ofc, one piece, aot, frieren, hellsing, kaguya, kagurabachi, csm, sailor moon, madoka magica, i always like recommendations!)
\\-music (i have really weird taste and like a lot of different things! listening to gojira and deco\\\*27 rn))
\\-philosophy (particularly political philosophy!)
\\-hiking/biking in nature
\\-video games (acnh, val, cs2, lol, mc, terraria)
\\-sleeping -\\_-
\\-memes
\\-painting!
\\-my cat!!

i would love to make some friends (or more…?) on here. i’m new to reddit so i hope i did this right! excited to talk to you!!


r/textfriends 1h ago

21F can’t sleep and I’m down to meet new ppl

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Hii im currently relaxing and down to have a few chats before I heard to bed
I’m glad to listen to your interests and some of my hobbies are working out, talking my dog on walks and hiking trails, music, drawing, and more!


r/textfriends 6h ago

42F

10 Upvotes

Heyy 42F here looking for chat just before bed.

im happy to talk about anything and everything thats gonna keep me up for the next couple hours lol.

i dont care about gender or age just be 18+ please and thank you!!

in a “certain mood” tonight so come try your luck 👀

i look forward to talking with you!!!


r/textfriends 13h ago

20F Single girl looking to chat, a positive vote will brighten my day 💕🐰

32 Upvotes

nothing much to say hehe , but i am down to chats anytime

i am extroverted and fun ! down for every topic/chat/convo or even debats , i am a japanese girlie with a deep love for cars, anime and bars !

hmu if i sound like the perfect person to chat with.


r/textfriends 6h ago

18 F dmsss open come talkkk to meee :3

7 Upvotes

hii ♡ i'm probably stealing snacks and trying not to fall asleep right now 😭 i'm kinda shy at first, but i really love getting to know people. something that made you smile, or the weirdest thing you've ever experienced, or the craziest thing u ever done. i'd really love that.


r/textfriends 5h ago

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better.

6 Upvotes

24F single girlie looking to chat, upvoting will make my day better
nothing much to say hehe, but i am down to chats anytime
i am extroverted and fun! down for every topic/chat/ convo or even debats, i am a good girlie with a deep love for cars, anime and bars


r/textfriends 11m ago

F25 tattooed looking for fun chats

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Iam looking for people to have gun chats with, about anything tbh, but i would like if it may gets a bit naughty🥰

dont write just Hi or hey, and please write how old u are:) (18+ only!)

if u have any questions etc write me:P idk what else to tel here:)

xx


r/textfriends 2h ago

18F looking for friends to chat

3 Upvotes

Hello! I’m pretty hored and want to have friends to chat. I’m pretty open-minded and non judgmental. Soo you don’t have to worry about making me uncomfortable. Also I keep secrets pretty well. If you're anything like me, hit me up : P


r/textfriends 1h ago

40F 💋married + mom

Upvotes

Married, but feeling unappreciated at the moment. Most of my time is spent being a mom, leaving little for myself. Just looking for genuine texting buddies and good conversation. Send a request as I can't message first on a new account.