Your username is one of the most important parts of your new identity.
So before you join the forum, keep the following in mind when you choose your username.
Prohibited Usernames
Avoid Using Your Real Name
If you use your real name as your username, anything you post will be easily traced back to you by friends and trolls alike.
Think About Your Reputation in The Long Term
Even if you're joining now to interact casually with members, who's to say you don't want to start a sales thread later on? Sure, you need something simple that's easy for members to search for and wouldn't injure.
Don't Pick a Username Already Used or Too Similar To Another Member
You can check available usernames by visiting this member page and scrolling down to the "Find Member" box.
Choose Something Memorable
This is only important if you want to stand out.
Don't Use A URL Username
URL usernames are a right reserved for enterprise members on the forum.
Don't Use Foreign Characters
Foreign characters should be avoided.
In the end, make sure it's something you can live with!
So before you join the forum, keep the following in mind when you choose your username.
Prohibited Usernames
- Usernames that imply an official association with CrypSide (e.g., Best CrypSide Seller, etc)
- Usernames meant to impersonate a staff member
- Usernames used to impersonate a CrypSide member
- Usernames that violate any of our rules (e.g., sexist or racist usernames).
Avoid Using Your Real Name
If you use your real name as your username, anything you post will be easily traced back to you by friends and trolls alike.
Think About Your Reputation in The Long Term
Even if you're joining now to interact casually with members, who's to say you don't want to start a sales thread later on? Sure, you need something simple that's easy for members to search for and wouldn't injure.
Don't Pick a Username Already Used or Too Similar To Another Member
You can check available usernames by visiting this member page and scrolling down to the "Find Member" box.
Choose Something Memorable
This is only important if you want to stand out.
Don't Use A URL Username
URL usernames are a right reserved for enterprise members on the forum.
Don't Use Foreign Characters
Foreign characters should be avoided.
In the end, make sure it's something you can live with!