Easynews Usenet Posting Guidelines

To maintain the quality of discussions and support responsible use of Usenet, Easynews follows the general rules set by major Usenet backbone providers. Violating these guidelines may result in posting restrictions or account suspension.

1. Illegal Material

Do not post anything that violates any local, national, or international laws. This includes material related to child exploitation, harassment, or threats of violence.

2. Commercial Spam

Avoid posting advertisements, promotional messages, or commercial announcements. Spam degrades the usefulness of Usenet newsgroups and may result in permanent posting bans.

3. Group Relevance

Post only to groups relevant to your message. Avoid sending the same article to multiple groups unless each group is directly related to the topic. Cross-posting unrelated messages can be considered spam.

4. Excessive Cross-Posting

Do not post the same article to an excessive number of groups. Limit cross-posts to a small number of directly related newsgroups.

5. Repeated Posts

Posting the same article repeatedly, even within a single group, may be treated as spam. Post once and allow time for others to respond.

6. Article Size Limits

Keep article sizes reasonable. Exceptionally large articles may be removed by upstream providers or rejected by news servers. Respecting article size helps maintain network stability and speed.

7. Newsgroup Rules

Always review the specific rules of each newsgroup before posting. Some groups may have additional requirements or restrictions.

8. Headers and Identification

Include accurate headers and identification in your posts. Misleading or forged information may lead to filtering or suspension.

9. Use of Indexers and Search Tools

If using an Indexer or automated tool to post, verify that it complies with all guidelines and respects the structure and purpose of each newsgroup.

10. Abuse and Complaints

If you encounter abuse or violations of these guidelines, report them through the proper channels. Do not respond directly, as it may escalate the issue.

Following these posting guidelines helps maintain the stability and usefulness of the Usenet network for all users.