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Not a happy bunny! charging £5 to post on Digital Spy forums.

bobbly1, 17 May, 2008 at 00:08 Posted on Off Topic Posts 0 6

I went to register on the Digital Spy forums, and was waiting for my account to be verified so I could post when I was advised I would have to pay a one off £5 registration fee for the priveledge of posting - I think not!

I'm officially annoyed now!

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Latest activity by Benson, 3 April, 2025 at 08:14
  • Mrs Jmc
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    Mrs Jmc ·
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    £5, thank goodness hitched is free.

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    bobbly1 ·
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    I'm doubly miffed as I registered a couple of years ago, and can't remember my username or password!

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  • barongreenback
    Beginner September 2004
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    Isn't it only if you have a hotmail address or other free service? It's a way to stop trolling. Surely you have an email address through your ISP?

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  • Brucebanner
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    Brucebanner ·
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    It’s understandable why many users aren’t happy about the £5 charge for posting on Digital Spy forums. Open discussions and community engagement are essential for online platforms, and introducing a fee can make it challenging for some members to participate.

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  • Duncan
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    Duncan ·
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    It’s frustrating when forums introduce unexpected fees, especially for long-time users who contribute to the community. Engaging in discussions should be accessible to everyone, not locked behind a paywall. Fortunately, there are still plenty of free platforms to explore various topics, from gaming to entertainment. For those interested in gaming discussions, http://jackpotpiratens.de offers engaging content without hidden charges.

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    Tisha ·
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    Many online forums and communities don't charge for basic participation, so it can be quite a surprise.

    Here's a breakdown of why this might be happening, and some potential alternatives:

    Why a Fee?

    Some forums implement fees to deter spam, bots, and trolls.

    It can also be a way to generate revenue to support the forum's maintenance and operation.

    It can also be a way to ensure that the people that do post are serious about the subject matter.

    Alternatives:

    There are countless other online forums and communities dedicated to similar topics. A quick search for "[topic] forum" or "[topic] community" might reveal many free alternatives.

    Social media platforms like Reddit, Facebook groups, and Discord servers often host active discussions on various subjects.

    It depends on the subject matter of the digital spy forums, but there are many free forums that discuss tv, movies, and other entertainment related subjects Pike Pass

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  • Benson
    Beginner June 2026 New York
    Benson ·
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    Ugh, I can totally understand why "bobbly1" is annoyed! Paying to post on a forum? That's outrageous! Especially back in 2008. I wouldn't be a happy bunny either. It's one thing to have a subscription for premium content, but charging just to *participate* in the discussions? That's a terrible way to build a community.

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