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Posted by ilikemysecretforumname on 13-Dec-2011 07:50 Report
Making comments through the message system
Why do people feel they have the right to make unwanted comments through the message system. I always thought that you were only allowed to ask  questions about the listing and not make comments about it. It seems that there is no reference to this in the rules. I would like to see a report button on messages so people realise that making comments is a no-no. I'm not talking about useful comments like "the wrong pic is on the listing"....but things like "I don't like this item blah, blah, blah". There is a report as spam link. Does anyone use this?.
So i suggest there should be a section in the user agreement stating that the message system should not be used for making critical comments. It seems such a simple thing to do.
 
Replied by boo512 on 13-Dec-2011 07:53 (Ref 2324430) Report
 There is a block facility that allows you to block nuisance messagers, why not just use it, it's not worth getting your knickers in a twist over something like this.
Replied by blackduck on 13-Dec-2011 07:53 (Ref 2324434) Report
If you are getting nasty emails about your listings you can certainly report them to Admin.  Every email that goes through the Quicksales system can be viewed by Admin in your Quicksales email in box.  If your not happy with the writer just don't delete the email and report it to Admin and they will take the appropriate steps if they think it is necessary.
Replied by dezirable-books on 13-Dec-2011 07:59 (Ref 2324432) Report
Yes, I agree, just block them. Some people just have too much time on their hands :(
Replied by ellencol on 13-Dec-2011 07:59 (Ref 2324433) Report
 I agree with boo, just hit the delete button.

Ellen
Replied by issabella10 on 13-Dec-2011 08:07 (Ref 2324436) Report
Don't reply to a question made via a listing using the link in that message you receive. That way the question will not show on the listing. You can reply to the person by clicking on their ID and sending a message that way.

 in your case obviously there's no need to reply at all and just report the message .

There's a few bored people out there I think , school holidays etc so don't take it to heart and just report it.
Replied by spade on 13-Dec-2011 08:13 (Ref 2324437) Report

 If you are receiving messages critical of your listings then instead of complaining about them why not try and analyse the complaints and instead of taking offence look for any merit in the criticism.

If you had a 'clickable' username perhaps the experienced members here could look at your listings and offer you sound advice
Replied by sylviaslace on 13-Dec-2011 09:17 (Ref 2324448) Report
Hi Guys
100% agree with spade, i have always found members a huge help when needed!
Cheers Sylvia
Replied by ejholden on 13-Dec-2011 09:25 (Ref 2324449) Report
Just report them as spam .... & count your blessings ....

Just think ....... It could be worse ...
You could be related to them by marriage .......
Replied by ilikemysecretforumname on 13-Dec-2011 11:23 (Ref 2324459) Report
Thanks everyone for your interest. I'm not wearing knickers and nothing is twisted. I certainly won't be losing any sleep over this. Member was immediately blocked. I have been a member for 6 years and count myself as experienced. I just thought it might be a simple improvement to prevent it happening in the first place. Message has been reported as spam. Maybe "Report as Spam or Inappropriate" would be better wording.
Replied by boo512 on 13-Dec-2011 11:28 (Ref 2324460) Report
 There is already wording in the user agreement about misusing the message system, and it really wouldn't matter if they refined it further, those who are inclined to,  will breach it regardless of the wording.  Besides, who is to say what constitutes "inappropriate", it is a very subjective term.  The sender may well have considered his/her comment to be constructive and more than appropriate.
Replied by memyandi on 13-Dec-2011 11:45 (Ref 2324462) Report
I so agree with you, ilikemysecretforumname.  I've had people message me when they didn't like me disagreeing with them in the forums and I wish now that I'd reported their emails to admin.  This is people who think they have the right to say anything they like but try to gag everyone else.  And they wonder why some of us choose to use a grey name!  We're not hiding anything, except maybe hiding from unwarranted abuse.
Replied by ejholden on 13-Dec-2011 11:49 (Ref 2324463) Report
Thanks everyone for your interest. I'm not wearing knickers


Hmmmm ... come on over & grab a drink, secrets ......

*Looks like an early start to the xmas party season .....    
Replied by tmbjewels on 13-Dec-2011 12:48 (Ref 2324470) Report
lol EJ...Might be a fella...!
Replied by take-your-fancy on 13-Dec-2011 13:39 (Ref 2324473) Report
Nearly spat my coffee out      lol
Replied by argyboyz on 13-Dec-2011 22:04 (Ref 2324527) Report
Are'nt you a bit old for tackling a commando, EJ?
Replied by straybooksoz on 14-Dec-2011 00:27 (Ref 2324549) Report
Typical, spade. Always trying to inject an element of logic.
Replied by ilikemysecretforumname on 14-Dec-2011 11:46 (Ref 2324613) Report
Thanks for the offer EJ, but i don't drink on the first date.And i'd better not say anything about grabbing.
Replied by nara120 on 14-Dec-2011 16:16 (Ref 2324639) Report
Here I was thinking that perhaps the comments could be helpful.  I don't ever recall getting a message like that before, until today!  Could it be the same person?  It was quite rude and because of that, I certainly won't be replying to it and I did what was suggested, I report it! 
Replied by ejholden on 15-Dec-2011 09:11 (Ref 2324733) Report
 jewels .... Odds are 50/50. 

fancy  .... Serves you right for ignoring the "No food/drink @ keyboard" signs ....

argy ..... Speak for yourself ... Driving my Zimmer is an Special Forces course in itself .....

secrets ..... So many possible comments, too many moderators ....
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