[ADDED] Allow Mods to see Previous Versions of Posts

This is something that's been talked about in forums regarding post deletion, but I don't think it's ever actually received its own thread. It would really help mods do their job if they could see old versions of edited posts. This would prevent people from hiding evidence of bad behavior, as I've seen happen recently. I talked to a mod who confirmed they do not have this ability, and stated that it would make their jobs much easier.

I have to agree, for exactly the reasons you stated.

Fortunately, sometimes the person reporting a thread has taken a screenshot, but this isn't always the case and its not a good time to have our hands tied if something has been edited out.

I was the Mod Syrien talked too about this. I was dealing with a situation yesterday that I could've really used something like this. I think people tend to really abuse the 'Edit Post' button.

I agreed. A lot of players who got bullied are younger and are unfamiliar with screenshots and image host site. In past, I do have couple of younger players contacted me about bullying. They were afraid to "bother" mods because they don't have evidences. I usually tried my best to get them to agree to contact mods and explained about screenshots. This can help a lot of younger players or players who aren't familiar with screenshots/image host site.

It makes me a little sad that people are afraid to "bother" us. :'( If we were bothered, we wouldn't have applied to become mods, but I also can see where people come from.
We're not mean and we don't bite, so please create a ticket! :3

Anyways, as for being able to see previous edits, it has been a topic of discussion in the past. As a mod, I would like to be able to see past edits. It would make modding a little easier. I just don't know how it would work coding wise. :|

^Exactly.

Its out JOB here to be "bothered". If we didn't want to do our job, help players, and enforce the rules, we wouldn't have applied for the position at all. If someone has an issue or something to report, definitely put it in the mod box or BOTHER MEEEEEE.

Maybe we should make a PSA or include something on the FAQ page about taking screenshots of rule-breaking behavior in the meantime... just to make it a little easier for people who are unaware.

I think mentioning taking screenshots in a guide would be a great idea. ^^ And it'd also be good to spread the message that you shouldn't be afraid to contact a mod should you need any help with rule breaking or bullying or anything like that. Some people unfortunately see the people 'in power' as being above them, when really you just want to help the community be a happier, friendlier, and safer space.

In the meantime, here is something you can use to view old versions of a post should someone edit it: http://cachedview.com/

You just enter the URL of the page you want to view, and you'll be able to see an older version of it. It may not always work, but it can be very useful.

Last edited on 2016-06-27 at 14:13:59 by Syrien 🐇 ☽

I think this is a good idea, I support! It would help mods deal with problems perhaps covered up with editing, so it would also help other players too! :)

Added! ♥