Comments Policy
Comments are a privilege, not a right. They are enabled to encourage thoughtful discussion, present different perspectives, and support the content presented on this website.
Moderation
At this time, users are not required to register for an account to leave a comment.
All comments are manually moderated. I, or someone I authorise to handle moderation, will make every reasonable effort to review comments within 24 hours. However, due to availability, workload, holidays, or other commitments, moderation may occasionally take longer. Comments may remain pending for an extended time if necessary.
Behavioural Expectations
Acceptable behaviour includes:
- Being respectful and constructive
- Staying on topic
- Using appropriate and civil language
- Avoiding self-promotion
Unacceptable behaviour includes:
- Hate speech, threats, harassment, or discrimination
- Spam and unsolicited promotions
- Off-topic comments or irrelevant links
I, or anyone I authorise to manage comments, reserve the right to make the final decision regarding the acceptance, editing, or removal of comments. This may occur without notice.
While I generally prefer not to remove comments — including those I may personally disagree with — I reserve the right to edit comments for reasons such as the removal of private information, off-topic links, or any content that may pose a legal or ethical concern. If a comment has merit but requires redaction, it may be edited. If it is not worth preserving, it may be deleted entirely.
Privacy and Identity
By posting a comment, you agree to have it published publicly. Your name (or alias) and any information you voluntarily include in the comment will be visible to other readers. A valid name and email address must be provided to submit a comment.
WordPress, the content management system used by this site, automatically collects your IP address for moderation and security purposes. Neither your IP address nor your email address is made public or shared with third parties.
The name field is flexible. You may use a name that aligns with your current identity, even if it differs from your legal documentation. This allows for personal privacy and respects various life circumstances, such as safety, personal transitions, or recovery from past situations.
Final Notes
The views expressed in comments belong solely to their authors and do not reflect my opinions or those of this website.
This Comments Policy may be updated at any time. Continued use of the commenting system constitutes acceptance of the current version of the policy.
Last Updated: 06 May 2025