Protection question

[averysmom]

Clara,
Is there anyway that you could periodically wipe clean the boards of old posts (like weekly, montly)? That way if anyone inadvertently posted something personal it wouldn't be floating in cyberspace indefinately? I think especially on PAL and MAL it would be good not to have too much information floating around about any one person?
I think generally people don't tell too much at once, but I do feel that there are (sadly) sick enough people out there that could go back through old posts and put together parts and pieces.

[Clara Hinton]

I am away for a few days and will try to take care of these requests when I return.

Love,

Clara

[averysmom]

Thanks Clara.

[RunawayTeddyBear]

I understand where you're coming from, but personally, I'd find that sad. I like to walk down memory lane every now and then and read my old posts.

Oh well,
Cynthia

[melodyg]

I like to read old posts as well... and also to search old posts looking for information on a particular issue (not anyone's personal info, just info on childcare issues mostly or posts that really touched me or something like that). But I certainly understand the concern about having personal information on here. I'm wondering if there is some way to make that easier for each individual user to decide? I know it is possible to search for your old posts... that is certainly time consuming to do at first but it doesn't seem like it would be too hard to do once a week on your own. I do understand the concern for others who may not be as cautious or understanding of how much information can be gotten from old posts... (I know I've certainly had my eyes opened a lot to some dangers of the Internet while on this board!) I'm just not sure the best way to deal with it... maybe this will be a good thread for people to give out ideas. And maybe we can get a post stickied that explains steps to take for security on this site as well (how to remove old posts, etc.)?

[alex]

I understand the reason for this, but I'm also one who would be sad not to be able to access my old posts. I've used the ability to do this several times in catching up my own journal and baby book, etc. I think individuals should take responsibility for a. only posting info that they feel comfortable having on the internet and b. deleting their old posts if they want to. JMHO.
I think it's a great idea to sticky a checklist for internet security though, for people who might not be aware of some of the risks.

[dawnn]

I would be sad as well. I find myself looking back for my old posts...memory lane...but also for questions that I have that come up in the raising of my little girl.

I am saddened that there are some that don't feel as secure anymore. But truly, we can't allow one incident (that could've happened at anytime before) keep us from being able to support and trust one another. Just my two cents.

[dawnn]

I agree, Dominique (re: it being someone that knew her).

[Buckeye]

I would also vote "no" for deletion. I know that I recently went back and read some of my posts from when I was pregnant and I enjoyed doing that so much. I would hate to lose that "archive" if we didn't have to. If an individual wants to go back and delete their own posts, then they should do so -- like I delete photos from my posts.

Just my 2 cents... Jen

[shajae]

I like looking at old posts too.
I just went in my profile and deleted or modified some of the useless or too personal posts.

[pams]

I vote no on the deletion as well.

I had to pull up an old post f/ the old board regarding something I was talking in depth about one of my m/c. I didn't remember every single detail, but thankfully it was on that site.

I was SO grateful for that!

This is an online community and ANY online community you have the threat of things happening.

If you're not sure how much you feel safe sharing then be selective about how much you post. Or after you post it in a day or two you could delete that post to make sure that it's not floating around in cyberspace forever.

I like reading olds posts that I myself have posted and see where I am at today vs where I was at a few months after a m/c.

I also enjoy reading old posts f/ past SG members that don't post anymore and walking down memory lane is essential for my healing.

[judiann]

My vote is No......to You deleting our old posts. SG is my journey thru this grief of mine & If anybody wants to intrude on my private life.......wellll, they sure ain't gonna find much.

Besides.....it's None of their business anyway & if they don't like what I have to say About them....don't read about me!!

All Anybody has to do is go back & delete their own posts......it's that simple.

Clara has enough to do .......Can you imagine having THIS many kids??

judiann

[lindac]

I would have to vote no also. It is nice to have an archive. I feel we are pretty secure. You do have to have a password to get into your account so that alleviates the problem.

[Clara Hinton]

Dear SG Members,

I apologize for not responding to this sooner. Please be assured that unless you tell me, I will NOT touch your posts. I understand that many of you use your old posts as a way of journaling.

If you want your past posts pruned or deleted completely, please pm me with your screen name and how many posts you want deleted-- i.e. past 30 days, past 90 days, past 365 days. I will gladly take care of that for you.

For all others, please be assured your posts will not be touched without your permission.

Love,
Clara