Welcome to Referral Central! 1 THREAD/MEMBER - 30 Day Waiting Period - 3 Bumps/Day

[CheapyD]

This forum is a place for you to post your free ____ solicitations.


Please create one thread per user and use the "edit post" function to keep your 1st post up to date.
Only users who have been registered for 30 days can create threads.
Only one conga per website, must be a referral-based website. Choose wisely, as it is also one conga per user.
Users who have abandoned previous congas being led by them will no longer be allowed to run congas.

This forum is a test/experiment and we may decide to remove it if it doesnt work out.

UPDATE (11/1/09) - Seeing as there has been rampant abuse of the lenient rules around here, effective immediately, a limit of three bumps per day are allowed.

Also, the one thread per user rule will be further enforced. Continuous violations will lead up to loss of posting privileges in this forum.

[Quintessence]

This forum is a place for you to post your free ____ solicitations.

Please create one thread per user and use the "edit post" function to keep your 1st post up to date.

This forum is a test/experiment and we may decide to remove it if it doesnt work out.

I posted a thread and I hope that it is the kind that you wanted! :D

[Plac1d]

Bumping is prohibited?

[iowaholdem]

Thanks CheapyD. I've got my thread posted! I've already traded referrals with Quintessence. So I'd say this forum will be quite nice!

[Quintessence]

Thanks CheapyD. I've got my thread posted! I've already traded referrals with Quintessence. So I'd say this forum will be quite nice!

Good times had by all!

[splinky321]

This is a great idea. I was sick of the old thread with 12 post from the same guy on each page. I've been hoping for this for a while, let's hope it works out good and doesn't get abused by all the noobs here.

[Foladar]

This is a great idea. I was sick of the old thread with 12 post from the same guy on each page. I've been hoping for this for a while, let's hope it works out good and doesn't get abused by all the noobs here.
I agree with that, that top thread was a bit of a spamfest .. lol
However, I'm not so sure about the one thread per user deal, I think it should be one thread per website, since most threads previously were goin conga-style, otherwise its going to end up with several new users just posting their junk here, and we're going to end up with several threads on just the same stuff .. Still, its better than before, so a step in the right direction.

[CheapyD]

I'm definitely open to suggestions on the best way to run this sub-forum.

[splinky321]

I think it should be one thread per user, otherwise there'll be 20 threads from the same person all saying the same thing. Maybe you could have a thing to reset your thread, in case it gets too long and you want to start fresh, or maybe no more than one thread per user per week.

Also, maybe a sticky to list people to avoid, maybe a trade gone bad, someone refuses to pay, etc.

[Foladar]

I think it should be one thread per user, otherwise there'll be 20 threads from the same person all saying the same thing.
That seems how it is currently, 20 threads from different people, all saying the same thing .. thats why I think it should be one thread per website, with no bumping unless it is informative or something. Bad website threads will die out, good ones will stick around (ie: the Gaming Lagoon thread)

[Quintessence]

That seems how it is currently, 20 threads from different people, all saying the same thing .. thats why I think it should be one thread per website, with no bumping unless it is informative or something. Bad website threads will die out, good ones will stick around (ie: the Gaming Lagoon thread)

Exactly what I think as well. Make so that there is one central place that people can find out all the information they need to know about a particular site, and not have to look around all over for it.

[TheGreat2nd]

I think we should bring back conga lines.
Have one referral page for each user, and have a conga line to get referrals.
Though, if 5 referrals are needed for a gift, I'm not exactly sure how the conga line would work...

[shrike4242]

There's always the idea of prohibiting any referrals anywhere except for your signature.

I'm certainly in favor of that idea.

[iowaholdem]

I'm personally a fan of this one thread per user. It's working quite well for me and all the users I've traded referrals with. My main site I'm working on right now requires 15 referrals, so a conga line would render those types of sites completely worthless - thus truely making them huge pyramid schemes because no one would be able to acquire their proper referrals.

Conga line work well in topics like the Gaming Lagoon - if you're early. The first person to put in their link gets referrals from everyone underneath, no matter whether or not they sign up directly under that person. So again, in fairness, I think the one thread per person allows people to make offers on their opportunites and keeps it even for everyone.

[splinky321]

Conga lines are worthless. They only help out the first two people in the line, then everyone else is screwed.

[Foladar]

Conga lines are worthless. They only help out the first two people in the line, then everyone else is screwed.
Tell that to the Gaming Lagoon thread .. it does go bad though when people start coming back for seconds, or saying they signed up previously but heres my link anyway.

[Quintessence]

There definitely needs to be some official CAG code of ethics regarding this kind of thing that people should adhere to. Of course it cannot be enforced all the time, but it will definitely help.

[CheapyD]

I made a poll...please vote.


There's always the idea of prohibiting any referrals anywhere except for your signature.

I'm certainly in favor of that idea. That is also an option. This is really just a test.

[iowaholdem]

I maintain my position of one thread per user as stated above.

[mkda]

I think it should be one thread per user, otherwise there'll be 20 threads from the same person all saying the same thing. Maybe you could have a thing to reset your thread, in case it gets too long and you want to start fresh, or maybe no more than one thread per user per week.

Also, maybe a sticky to list people to avoid, maybe a trade gone bad, someone refuses to pay, etc.

I agree with one thread per week rule. It will not only keep things in control but it will also keep threads fresh - no need to clean up the old threads - let it die down.

Anyone agree? :applause:

[gamechaser001]

I don't care how it goes, but it shouldn't be too strict, the more strict, the less possible it will be to get referrals, and if we can't get any referrals, what's the point?

Does it have to be forum/thread based? Maybe there could be an area where we can post our referral link, then if it's a referral for the same site, everybody has a fair chance of getting referrals, but this way, one person can get a whole bunch of referrals while another person dosen't even get one

[help1]

I say we do this:

Users may promote referrals in signatures.
One board to have congas.

When a person comes to this board, they don't even want to refer under anyone or do a conga because its so discombobulated.

[Foladar]

I think there should just be a wait period after joining forums to post here, like 30 days, to avoid people just jumping in .. otherwise its been running decently.

[CheapyD]

I think there should just be a wait period after joining forums to post here, like 30 days, to avoid people just jumping in .. otherwise its been running decently.

If you guys think that is a good idea, I can make it happen.

[Foladar]

Pleasseeeeee .. I know its hard for you guys to moderate this section, but basically living here (as a few others do) in the contests/ref section, this section has been getting out of control with new users just spamming their URL. Lots have came from GL just leaving a link and bailing, which hasn't done much except cause more threads since everyones signed up, but like a 30 day requirement should cause participation in the community, which IMO is why they should be here not because of the ref section.

[lilboo]

Pleasseeeeee .. I know its hard for you guys to moderate this section, but basically living here (as a few others do) in the contests/ref section, this section has been getting out of control with new users just spamming their URL. Lots have came from GL just leaving a link and bailing, which hasn't done much except cause more threads since everyones signed up, but like a 30 day requirement should cause participation in the community, which IMO is why they should be here not because of the ref section.

::signs up as mod of referral central board:: bwhahahaha :)

[help1]

If you guys think that is a good idea, I can make it happen.

I agree, sort of like the trader boards.

Guys come in here bragging about gaminglagoon and stuff, too much craziness!

[spoo]

If you guys think that is a good idea, I can make it happen.
Please do! It is summer time and all the kiddies are out of school with nothing better to do then sign up for the best large gaming community on the net to do nothing more then to beg for referrals.

Also I am all for a mod just for the referral board. My vote goes for Foldar and I'm sure he would take it if given.

In my opinion you should first give to the community before asking from the community, the reason a 30 day wait should go into effect.

[CheapyD]

Ok...I made it so CAG Newbies (less than 30 days) can't create new threads.

[Foladar]

Ok...I made it so CAG Newbies (less than 30 days) can't create new threads.
You sir, rock.

[mkda]

Ok...I made it so CAG Newbies (less than 30 days) can't create new threads.
Good stuff!

[greatest]

hey

do you know why all of my threads were locked, i thought u were just going to delete the new one i made, please help. Am i allowed to make a new thread or can u please open the old one..

[vegito93]

I think that there should be only one thread for each website because i keep seeing these sites like gaming laggon and prizebel or something like that over and over again. If each website has one thread than people can look through different sites not just same things with different ref links. As far as conga goes, u should start a new board for conga or maybe create a poll to see how people think about congas here.

[mykevermin]

I like this idea (one forum/one thread per user). Less cluttered than the single referral thread (so I don't have to suffer through mkda's godawful clutter).

In addition, it stays out of the front page, and keeps everyone else happy as a result.

Thanks!

[mkda]

I like this idea (one forum/one thread per user). Less cluttered than the single referral thread (so I don't have to suffer through mkda's godawful clutter).

In addition, it stays out of the front page, and keeps everyone else happy as a result.

Thanks!
lol, look at some of the ppl's huge sig, they're much worse.

Anyways, it doesn't look this one thread per member is working out too well. I've seen many threads by the same members.

[mykevermin]

Probably the result of this being a desolate territory for mods. That's my guess, at any rate.

[mkda]

Probably the result of this being a desolate territory for mods. That's my guess, at any rate.
Well, I guess it's only gonna get worse.

[shnizzle66]

Although one thread for a site keeps things organized, it takes forever for some people to get on the list...and when they do, it ends up being dead/too late.


But another suggestion I have is that we sticky a thread that has 1 very informative and well organized/constructed thread containing all the info we would need on ANY of the offers for the sites. I see posts left and right claiming success or failure. Along with this thread we should have a poll where people can say wether they have gotten credit or not from sites, but allowing multiple votes so that 1 user can verify more then 1 site.


Just my 2 cents.

[Ernest_360]

How does a thread get the CheapyD head next to it? Does it have to reach a certain number of posts/views or does Cheapy himself mark the thread as interesting? I have always been curious about this...

EDIT: Oh I see, it's a rating system on popularity by CAGs. That makes total sense.

[opterasis]

IMO there should be a limit on how many times a day people can bump their threads. People are bumping 4 or more times a day, its kind of absurd. 1 bump a day by OP should be allowed.

[Foladar]

Currently, I didn't see an issue with bumps because sometimes four bumps could be spread out over 24 hours and only be one bump per 6 hours which isn't that bad, however I did send a few PMs asking if certain users could slow down on the bumps when it was occuring anywhere under an hour .. however it was just a suggestion and nothing official, as there isn't currently anything limiting bumps to X times per hour, or day.

[jam269]

Should read this before I posted my Treasure Trooper post, I always thought "conga" just meant one referral per user, and the next guy gets the next one, etc... Ohh well... Now I know.

[THECLAW92]

So i can make another thread in a month? How do i edit the title of the thread?

[Foladar]

The 30 day waiting period is to make your first thread, but as it says .. one thread per member, you can edit the title via Edit -> Go Advanced

[mkda]

I heard from someone else that you can have 2 threads here:

1 for personal freebie sites
1 to start congas

True?

EDIT: It is true!

[Ha429rout]

cant wait to post!

[Foladar]

This isn't the place for your spam referral links.

[Beau]

Conga's would work if people sold their prizes on eBay or elsewhere (so they'd have spending money). Then we can all merrily continue to support one another, even if we didn't need any offers

Youtube & Myspace just aren't cuttin' it for me

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

NOOOOOOOOOO
why cant u delete my old thread?
the posts have nothing to do with the original

[Foladar]

Because its one thread per member? You knew that when making your thread, since it is stated here.

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

why dont u let us delete our old threads and start new ones?
cause nobody wants to read all those pages of old posts that doesnt have anything to do with the original thread

[Foladar]

Your thread was two pages, with just two posts that don't say "bump" so I don't see what the issue is, some people create too many threads so we have to keep it to one thread per member, period.

[lilboo]

Your thread was two pages

:rofl:

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

I Needa New Thread

[Foladar]

No, you don't "need" a new thread. Your thread is three pages, with 90% of the posts in said thread being "bump" .. perhaps you shouldn't bump your thread every 1-2 hours and it wouldn't be that extensive and require the "need" of a new thread.

[Dawnkz]

I think there's some kind of glitch thing because I can't post a topic in the Referral Center. I can post in threads, but I can't make my own topic. Is this a glitch?

[Foladar]

I think there's some kind of glitch thing because I can't post a topic in the Referral Center. I can post in threads, but I can't make my own topic. Is this a glitch?


Try reading the thread you just posted in.
I'll give you a hint: it isn't a glitch.

[Dawnkz]

30 Day waiting limit I see? That's a stupid idea.

[Foladar]

No, its an excellent idea. Its to avoid users to come in, post their referral links, and leave. This section is here to help the members of CAG, not spammers.

[lilboo]

:rofl: Oh Folader I am so sorry that you deal with some of these people who want a new thread after 2 pages :rofl:

THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS!!

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

how many pages until i can make a new thread?
there needs to be another rule about that

[mkda]

30 Day waiting limit I see? That's a stupid idea.
roflmao. http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/images/smilies/new_rofl.gif

Keep up the good work Foladar!

[Foladar]

how many pages until i can make a new thread?
there needs to be another rule about that
We already have a rule: one thread per member.

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

there needs to be a rule about how many pages the thread has to be to start a new one

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

and another forum for threads like this
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169608

[Foladar]

Another forum isn't needed for questions. We already have a thread dedicated to questions that is a sticky, and if they want, they are welcomed to make their own thread (as long as they meet the requirements and do not have one thread already) to ask questions, however that would meet their one thread.

[saahil]

I agree with ^^

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

I Need A New Thread
Can U Delete My Old One If I Start One?

[Foladar]

Read the title of this thread, and prior replies. One thread per member.

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

I Kno
I Have To Many Bump Posts
How Many Pages Do I Need To Start A New One?

[Foladar]

If you have too many bump posts, perhaps you should wait longer on bumping your thread. The current rule is one thread per member, period. If your going to bump your thread every 35 minutes so you have an excuse for a new thread, that won't work.

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

i dont bump it every 35 minutes

[$$aStaROiDz$$]

this thread is ridiculous
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=127586
84 pages

[kube00]

Sigh, maybe its about time we asked Cheapy to implement the IQ test when you register. Keep up the good work Foladar

[nikkai]

Yo Kube. =)

May I suggest to cheapy that we ban any public talk of cancellation of offers? I know sites got in trouble for that before...

[mkda]

Yo Kube. =)

May I suggest to cheapy that we ban any public talk of cancellation of offers? I know sites got in trouble for that before...
I agree. Using pre-paid cards too. The more talk about this, the more people will abuse it. Many advertisers, mostly the good ones, will then back off b/c of so much abuse. Look at this one for example:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173655

[kube00]

Maybe a mod could go through and delete those posts, slickdeals has a thread like this but it generally focuses around how long the offers last and how long they take to credit (a thread with how long offers take to credit would be nice)

[SpitFire158]

this thread is ridiculous
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=127586
84 pages


But people actually post in that thread

[mkda]

Maybe a mod could go through and delete those posts, slickdeals has a thread like this but it generally focuses around how long the offers last and how long they take to credit (a thread with how long offers take to credit would be nice)
They include a lot more than that. If an advertiser sees that, they'll SO run away immediately. No wonder the Pacific WebWorks offers are still down (Quickbooks Quickstart, Yahoo! Success Center, etc.)...cause of people using 1 time pre-paid mastercards and then not even bothering to terminate it properly. I strongly bet it's b/c of that stuff.

[Foladar]

Yeah, I'm really trying to keep down talk of cancellations and prepaids, but theres just tons of people that seem to think its alright.
If you have a post in particular, feel free to PM me and I'll look into it.

[krazyaznboi99]

awesome.

[mkda]

Yeah, I'm really trying to keep down talk of cancellations and prepaids, but theres just tons of people that seem to think its alright.
If you have a post in particular, feel free to PM me and I'll look into it.
Well, for starters, check out the first and second post on this thread:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173655

Lots of stuff against the TOS, including one-time use paypal cards, time to wit to cancel, encouraging to let the card expire and not bother canceling, cancellation #s, etc.

[Wicked One 612]

Well, for starters, check out the first and second post on this thread:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173655

Lots of stuff against the TOS, including one-time use paypal cards, time to wit to cancel, encouraging to let the card expire and not bother canceling, cancellation #s, etc.

That's over the line right there. Rig is considered a saint for writing all of that and it has helped many, many people, including myself.

Pertaining to the one-time use cards, if you read the thread you would know that he says "I specifically asked a Trainn representative about this, and he/she said they don't have a problem with it".

Rig was suggesting a time to wait to cancel if you do plan on canceling. In no way was he influencing the idea of signing up, planning to cancel. He put that there as a guideline so you don't end up in trouble if you decide to cancel.

I saw no mention of him encouraging card's to expire and not canceling.

I guess I had forgotten that it was against TOS to post public knowledge all in one convenient place.

[Foladar]

Lots of stuff against the TOS, including one-time use paypal cards, time to wit to cancel, encouraging to let the card expire and not bother canceling, cancellation #s, etc.

I saw in his FAQ he put "dont do this" in bold regarding the letting the card expire / not bothering to cancel. I don't really see an issue with the #s because it keeps the information in one place rather then having people ask over and over. People will cancel, it happens .. but he isn't encouraging fraud IMO. And his FAQ also said Trainn gave him the okay on paypal cards, do you have a post elsewhere that says they don't allow it? The last one I saw said something about them looking into it.

[mkda]

I saw in his FAQ he put "dont do this" in bold regarding the letting the card expire / not bothering to cancel. I don't really see an issue with the #s because it keeps the information in one place rather then having people ask over and over. People will cancel, it happens .. but he isn't encouraging fraud IMO. And his FAQ also said Trainn gave him the okay on paypal cards, do you have a post elsewhere that says they don't allow it? The last one I saw said something about them looking into it.
Yeah, you saw it on a4f, right? I don't think there was a reply after that relating to paypal cards. I think I'll ask trainn too to be sure.

Yeah, all this info, and even the info on Slick Deals (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=614889) is quite useful, but unfortunately, it also helps encourage people to do take advantage of all this too much. Oh well... I guess it's best to make the best of it while the going is good.

[zizo79]

hey guys, i got 2 people to sign up under me at yourps34free.com ...but it keeps saying that : "this user is not providing credit to your account as they have not completed their offer requirement"
does it mean that they completed their offers and it takes time for me to get credit ?
thanks

[mkda]

hey guys, i got 2 people to sign up under me at yourps34free.com ...but it keeps saying that : "this user is not providing credit to your account as they have not completed their offer requirement"
does it mean that they completed their offers and it takes time for me to get credit ?
thanks
It could mean:

- they did an offer and it didn't credit yet, or
- the user didn't do an offer (just signed up)

[zizo79]

It could mean:

- they did an offer and it didn't credit yet, or
- the user didn't do an offer (just signed up)
thanks a lot

[edawgnog]

:/ 29 more days...

[mrmail2000]

I hardly ever post in forums and when I decided to this past week for referrals I neglected to read this thread first. Especially since I mistakenly posted two entirly different threads.
I understand the need for one thread per site but not one thread per user.
Can I add / edit to my own thread and then change the thread name?
if so, please post the thread that shows me how. I started to go through page by page in this thread, but most of it was conversation.
and also can you delete my other post titled "sports betting" ? thanks

[Foladar]

Your entitled one thread per user (as it stated in the title of this thread) .. you can change your title of your one thread by edit-> go advanced.

[mkda]

greencandyman: This ain't the thread to place referral links. You're welcome to create 1 thread in this section though.

[Scripps12]

I've been registered longer than 1 month, but I still can't make a thread!

[The0ne]

What if someone created a thread for referrals but the site went down or turned out to be a scam? Could they make a new one for a different site?

[Foladar]

What if someone created a thread for referrals but the site went down or turned out to be a scam? Could they make a new one for a different site?

You'd simply edit your top post, and/or title as needed.

[Tiki767]

Well, this is my first post, so I don't have much leverage at all, but...

I completely understand why the 30 day rule was set in place, and I can see why this wouldn't be a good idea, but if the admins/mods are willing, could new members maybe submit threads to them via PM or something else for approval? I was going to post a pretty extensive guide to getting points on a site (with my referral link, of course), but I was pretty discouraged by this 30 day rule. I'll probably forget about this site by then... no offense to you guys, but that's just how it is with me. I'm not exactly patient. :(

Thanks in advance for any replies. :)

[mkda]

Well, this is my first post, so I don't have much leverage at all, but...

I completely understand why the 30 day rule was set in place, and I can see why this wouldn't be a good idea, but if the admins/mods are willing, could new members maybe submit threads to them via PM or something else for approval? I was going to post a pretty extensive guide to getting points on a site (with my referral link, of course), but I was pretty discouraged by this 30 day rule. I'll probably forget about this site by then... no offense to you guys, but that's just how it is with me. I'm not exactly patient. :(

Thanks in advance for any replies. :)
Try pm'd Foladar (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/member.php?u=7250) and let him know about your idea....just in case he doesn't see this.

[spoo]

Well, this is my first post, so I don't have much leverage at all, but...

I completely understand why the 30 day rule was set in place, and I can see why this wouldn't be a good idea, but if the admins/mods are willing, could new members maybe submit threads to them via PM or something else for approval? I was going to post a pretty extensive guide to getting points on a site (with my referral link, of course), but I was pretty discouraged by this 30 day rule. I'll probably forget about this site by then... no offense to you guys, but that's just how it is with me. I'm not exactly patient. :(

Thanks in advance for any replies. :)

The point of the 30 day rule is that you won't forget about the site and is for active CAGs. It isn't a dumping ground for every schmo wanting to spam referral links.

[Tiki767]

Okay. My bad, then. Maybe I'll stick around, maybe I won't, but I realize no one probably wants me here anyways if I'm not active. :P

[BarbblerElf]

I think the 30 day rule is great. When I joined and tryed to post it told me I had to wait. I was fine with it. Its a smart thing. It stops 1000000 people from joining and super spamming with multi-accounts. I like it. Also, the one conga per person is fair. It stops 1 person from taking advantage. Great rules.

[Brooklynnets24]

question about referral sites cuz im new to this stuff and im just testing it out but how can you tell if one site is a scam or not cuz i think i found a good site but im not sure.

[mkda]

question about referral sites cuz im new to this stuff and im just testing it out but how can you tell if one site is a scam or not cuz i think i found a good site but im not sure.
Ask here.

www.trainn.org freebie sites are very good if you come across it.

freepay not that great any more

[DeNyd]

hey everyone i am new to this site and will be posting a thread in a month..

[mkda]

hey everyone i am new to this site and will be posting a thread in a month..
Welcome. Enjoying earning freebies!

[Foladar]

Yet again, do not spam your referral link in this thread, thanks.

[cereal_killerxx]

I'm a bit confused about the conga thing. If there's already a thread about website A can I make a thread with a ref link too or do I have to post it in their thread? Also, am I aloud to bump the thread or no?

Also, I had an idea about offering a reward for the #XX person to ref under me? Is that allowed? Thanks.

[dwb6]

i accidently put my referal post here.

[NineWest]

Here's to hoping these 30 days go by quick, of course by the time they do Lockerz will probably already be open to the public. I'm always late to the party when it comes to things like this...

*SIGH*

[Freeloader789]

Here's to hoping these 30 days go by quick, of course by the time they do Lockerz will probably already be open to the public. I'm always late to the party when it comes to things like this...

*SIGH*
same here lol

but yet hope there's enough for the both of us =D

[CypanArc]

Can get referrals here? pls help me with my referral..where i can post my referral link?

[sephravenry]

Hi there, Experienced trainn user here, looking to do a referral on yourfree360games.com for someone in exchange for freebie cost (15$)

Will go green and stay green for approval ;)

Please hit me up through PM if interested.

[petergriff]

ok cool