Battlestar Wiki:Blocking policy - Revision history

LIMAFOX76: /* Controversial blocks */ I forgot one slip

2009-10-18T15:56:15Z

Controversial blocks: I forgot one slip

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	# If in doubt, don't block.		# If in doubt, don't block.

	[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned ~~Wikipedians~~ and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking chiefs and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking chief is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.		[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned Galactipedians and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking chiefs and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking chief is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.

	[[fr:Battlestar Wiki:Politique de blocage]]		[[fr:Battlestar Wiki:Politique de blocage]]

LIMAFOX76: /* Controversial blocks */ replace Wikipedians by Galactipedians

2009-10-18T15:51:38Z

Controversial blocks: replace Wikipedians by Galactipedians

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	# After receiving feedback, place the block, wording the "reason" message with care and without jargon, and include a link to the user page of the user being blocked.		# After receiving feedback, place the block, wording the "reason" message with care and without jargon, and include a link to the user page of the user being blocked.
	# Place a notice of the block on the [[Wikipedia:Talk page#User talk pages\|talk]] page of the affected user, with additional rationale, outlining the facts and the part of the blocking policy you feel applies.		# Place a notice of the block on the [[Wikipedia:Talk page#User talk pages\|talk]] page of the affected user, with additional rationale, outlining the facts and the part of the blocking policy you feel applies.
	# Stay around to discuss the block with other ~~Wikipedians~~.		# Stay around to discuss the block with other Galactipedians.
	# If an act or acts of disruption do not warrant a 24-hour block, consider a warning or posting to the [[Battlestar Wiki:Chiefs' noticeboard\|Chiefs' noticeboard]] before issuing a short term block. (Someone may well block them longer than you would have!)		# If an act or acts of disruption do not warrant a 24-hour block, consider a warning or posting to the [[Battlestar Wiki:Chiefs' noticeboard\|Chiefs' noticeboard]] before issuing a short term block. (Someone may well block them longer than you would have!)
	# If in doubt, don't block.		# If in doubt, don't block.

LIMAFOX76: Change link to a wikipedia page and add FR link

2009-10-17T16:22:27Z

Change link to a wikipedia page and add FR link

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	== Accidental blocks ==		== Accidental blocks ==
	Users with [[:en:Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol\|dynamic IPs]] will occasionally find that they have been blocked accidentally, because their IP or range was previously used by a vandal or hard-banned user. These blocks may disappear if IP change can be forced. If that is not possible, the block should be reported to the blocking chiefs and/or the nearest friendly chief via email — see the [[Battlestar Wiki:Chiefs\|list of chiefs]] for some likely candidates.		Users with [[:w:Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol\|dynamic IPs]] will occasionally find that they have been blocked accidentally, because their IP or range was previously used by a vandal or hard-banned user. These blocks may disappear if IP change can be forced. If that is not possible, the block should be reported to the blocking chiefs and/or the nearest friendly chief via email — see the [[Battlestar Wiki:Chiefs\|list of chiefs]] for some likely candidates.

	Chiefs can often let the accidentally-blocked editor through by undoing only the autoblocking of the IP. (Don't forget to let the blocking chiefs know of the collateral damage.)		Chiefs can often let the accidentally-blocked editor through by undoing only the autoblocking of the IP. (Don't forget to let the blocking chiefs know of the collateral damage.)
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	[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned Wikipedians and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking chiefs and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking chief is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.		[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned Wikipedians and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking chiefs and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking chief is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.

			[[fr:Battlestar Wiki:Politique de blocage]]

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Admin --> Chiefs

2007-10-01T22:15:46Z

Admin --> Chiefs

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	Disagreements over content or policy are not disruption, but rather part of the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki and should be handled through [[Battlestar Wiki:Dispute resolution\|dispute resolution]] procedures. Blocks for disruption should only be placed when a user is in some way making it difficult for others to contribute to Battlestar Wiki.		Disagreements over content or policy are not disruption, but rather part of the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki and should be handled through [[Battlestar Wiki:Dispute resolution\|dispute resolution]] procedures. Blocks for disruption should only be placed when a user is in some way making it difficult for others to contribute to Battlestar Wiki.

	~~Admins~~ may block IP addresses or usernames that disrupt the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki, or pose a sufficiently severe threat to it. Examples include (but are not limited to):		Chiefs may block IP addresses or usernames that disrupt the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki, or pose a sufficiently severe threat to it. Examples include (but are not limited to):
	*[[Battlestar Wiki:Vandalism\|Vandalism]]		*[[Battlestar Wiki:Vandalism\|Vandalism]]
	* Excessive reverts ([[Battlestar Wiki:Edit war\|Edit War]])		* Excessive reverts ([[Battlestar Wiki:Edit war\|Edit War]])

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: sysops, admin --> chiefs

2007-10-01T22:15:26Z

sysops, admin --> chiefs

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Joe Beaudoin Jr.: /* When to block */ tweak

2007-03-28T01:45:49Z

When to block: tweak

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	=== Protection ===		=== Protection ===
	A user may be blocked when necessary to protect the rights, property or safety of the ~~Wikimedia Foundation~~, its users or the public. Examples include (but are not limited to):		A user may be blocked when necessary to protect the rights, property or safety of the Battlestar Wiki, its users or the public. Examples include (but are not limited to):
	*Personal attacks which place users in danger (See [[Battlestar Wiki:No personal attacks]])		*Personal attacks which place users in danger (See [[Battlestar Wiki:No personal attacks]])
	*Persistent personal attacks		*Persistent personal attacks

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: cleanup done, me thinks

2007-03-17T03:11:51Z

cleanup done, me thinks

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: /* Controversial blocks */ link fixes

2007-03-17T03:10:05Z

Controversial blocks: link fixes

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	# Check the facts with care.		# Check the facts with care.
	# Reread appropriate parts of ~~Wikipedia~~:Blocking policy.		# Reread appropriate parts of [[Battlestar Wiki:Blocking policy\|the blocking policy]].
	# Contact other administrators to sanity-check your reasoning, preferably on [[WP:~~ANI~~\|~~ANI~~]].		# Contact other administrators to sanity-check your reasoning, preferably on the [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]].
	# After receiving feedback, place the block, wording the "reason" message with care and without jargon, and include a link to the user page of the user being blocked.		# After receiving feedback, place the block, wording the "reason" message with care and without jargon, and include a link to the user page of the user being blocked.
	# Place a notice of the block on the [[Wikipedia:Talk page#User talk pages\|talk]] page of the affected user, with additional rationale, outlining the facts and the part of the blocking policy you feel applies.		# Place a notice of the block on the [[Wikipedia:Talk page#User talk pages\|talk]] page of the affected user, with additional rationale, outlining the facts and the part of the blocking policy you feel applies.
	# Stay around to discuss the block with other Wikipedians.		# Stay around to discuss the block with other Wikipedians.
	# If an act or acts of disruption do not warrant a 24-hour block, consider a warning or posting to [[WP:~~ANI~~\|~~ANI~~]] before issuing a short term block. (Someone may well block them longer than you would have!)		# If an act or acts of disruption do not warrant a 24-hour block, consider a warning or posting to the [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]] before issuing a short term block. (Someone may well block them longer than you would have!)
	# If in doubt, don't block.		# If in doubt, don't block.

	[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned Wikipedians and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking admin and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking admin is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.		[[Wikipedia:Wheel war\|Block wars]], in which a user is repeatedly blocked and unblocked, are extremely harmful. They frustrate and disappoint seasoned Wikipedians and encourage further bad behavior from the blocked user. If you disagree with a block, discuss the matter with the blocking admin and others, and try to reach a consensus, rather than unblocking — the blocking admin is likely to know more about the background of the situation than you do.

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: /* If you disagree with a block */ oops... correct links

2007-03-17T03:09:06Z

If you disagree with a block: oops... correct links

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	=== If you disagree with a block ===		=== If you disagree with a block ===
	If you disagree with a block placed by another admin, do not unblock without first attempting to contact the blocking admin and discussing the matter. If the blocking admin is unavailable for comment a discussion on the [[~~Sanctuary~~ Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]] is recommended. Blocked users commonly e-mail several admins claiming to be the victims of injustice, and because it is not always obvious from the blocked user's contributions what the problem was, it is a matter of courtesy and common sense to consult the blocking admin if they are available.		If you disagree with a block placed by another admin, do not unblock without first attempting to contact the blocking admin and discussing the matter. If the blocking admin is unavailable for comment a discussion on the [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]] is recommended. Blocked users commonly e-mail several admins claiming to be the victims of injustice, and because it is not always obvious from the blocked user's contributions what the problem was, it is a matter of courtesy and common sense to consult the blocking admin if they are available.

	Exceptions to this would be where an unambiguous error has been made (not a judgment call) and the blocking admin is not online: for example, if a user was blocked for 3RR, but there were clearly only three reverts. If the blocking admin is not available, you should notify the blocking admin on his or her talk page and possibly a note to the [[~~Sanctuary~~ Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]].		Exceptions to this would be where an unambiguous error has been made (not a judgment call) and the blocking admin is not online: for example, if a user was blocked for 3RR, but there were clearly only three reverts. If the blocking admin is not available, you should notify the blocking admin on his or her talk page and possibly a note to the [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]].

	=== Controversial blocks ===		=== Controversial blocks ===

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: /* If you disagree with a block */ fixing links

2007-03-17T03:08:34Z

If you disagree with a block: fixing links

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	=== If you disagree with a block ===		=== If you disagree with a block ===
	If you disagree with a block placed by another admin, do not unblock without first attempting to contact the blocking admin and discussing the matter. If the blocking admin is unavailable for comment a discussion on [[WP:~~AN/I~~]] is recommended. Blocked users commonly e-mail several admins claiming to be the victims of injustice, and because it is not always obvious from the blocked user's contributions what the problem was, it is a matter of courtesy and common sense to consult the blocking admin if they are available.		If you disagree with a block placed by another admin, do not unblock without first attempting to contact the blocking admin and discussing the matter. If the blocking admin is unavailable for comment a discussion on the [[Sanctuary Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]] is recommended. Blocked users commonly e-mail several admins claiming to be the victims of injustice, and because it is not always obvious from the blocked user's contributions what the problem was, it is a matter of courtesy and common sense to consult the blocking admin if they are available.

	Exceptions to this would be where an unambiguous error has been made (not a judgment call) and the blocking admin is not online: for example, if a user was blocked for 3RR, but there were clearly only three reverts. If the blocking admin is not available, you should notify the blocking admin on his or her talk page and possibly a note to [[WP:~~AN/I~~]].		Exceptions to this would be where an unambiguous error has been made (not a judgment call) and the blocking admin is not online: for example, if a user was blocked for 3RR, but there were clearly only three reverts. If the blocking admin is not available, you should notify the blocking admin on his or her talk page and possibly a note to the [[Sanctuary Wiki:Administrators' noticeboard\|Administrators' noticeboard]].

	=== Controversial blocks ===		=== Controversial blocks ===

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	{{Battlestar Wiki List of Policies}}		{{Battlestar Wiki List of Policies}}
	'''Blocking''' is how ~~a Wikipedia~~ [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators\|administrator]] prevents a user or IP address/range from editing [[Battlestar Wiki:About\|Battlestar Wiki]].		'''Blocking''' is how an [[Battlestar Wiki:Administrators\|administrator]] prevents a user or IP address/range from editing [[Battlestar Wiki:About\|Battlestar Wiki]].

	'''Blocks are used to prevent damage or disruption to ~~Wikipedia~~.''' They should not be used as a punitive measure.		'''Blocks are used to prevent damage or disruption to Battlestar Wiki.''' They should not be used as a punitive measure.

	Block duration varies (usually 24 hours at present), and a block may be lifted if the editor agrees to stop the damaging behavior. [[Battlestar Wiki:Blocking policy#If you disagree with a block\|If you disagree with a block]], start by discussing it with the blocking admin. (''See'' [[Battlestar Wiki:Appealing a block\|Appealing a block]]).		Block duration varies (usually 24 hours at present), and a block may be lifted if the editor agrees to stop the damaging behavior. [[Battlestar Wiki:Blocking policy#If you disagree with a block\|If you disagree with a block]], start by discussing it with the blocking admin. (''See'' [[Battlestar Wiki:Appealing a block\|Appealing a block]]).
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	==When to block ==		==When to block ==

	These are the most common reasons for a block. As blocks are for protecting ~~Wikipedia~~ and its editors from harm, this list is not complete, and a block reason not being on this list is not automatic reason for unblocking. If blocking for a reason not listed, be sure to note it on [[BW:AN]] for sanity-checking.		These are the most common reasons for a block. As blocks are for protecting Battlestar Wiki and its editors from harm, this list is not complete, and a block reason not being on this list is not automatic reason for unblocking. If blocking for a reason not listed, be sure to note it on [[BW:AN]] for sanity-checking.

	=== Protection ===		=== Protection ===
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	====Personal attacks that place users in danger====		====Personal attacks that place users in danger====
	Blocks may be imposed where threats have been made or actions performed (including actions outside the ~~Wikipedia~~ site) that expose ~~Wikipedia~~ editors to political, religious, or other persecution by government, their employer, or anyone else. Blocks of any length of time, including indefinite, may be applied.		Blocks may be imposed where threats have been made or actions performed (including actions outside the Battlestar Wiki site) that expose Battlestar Wiki editors to political, religious, or other persecution by government, their employer, or anyone else. Blocks of any length of time, including indefinite, may be applied.

	Users who post what they believe are the personal details of other users without their consent may be blocked for any length of time, including indefinitely, depending on the severity of the incident, and whether the blocking admin feels the incident was isolated or is likely to be repeated. This applies whether the personal details are accurate or not.		Users who post what they believe are the personal details of other users without their consent may be blocked for any length of time, including indefinitely, depending on the severity of the incident, and whether the blocking admin feels the incident was isolated or is likely to be repeated. This applies whether the personal details are accurate or not.
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	A user may be blocked when their conduct severely disrupts the project — their conduct is inconsistent with a civil, collegial atmosphere and interferes with the process of editors working together harmoniously to create an encyclopedia.		A user may be blocked when their conduct severely disrupts the project — their conduct is inconsistent with a civil, collegial atmosphere and interferes with the process of editors working together harmoniously to create an encyclopedia.

	Disagreements over content or policy are not disruption, but rather part of the normal functioning of ~~Wikipedia~~ and should be handled through [[Battlestar Wiki:Dispute resolution\|dispute resolution]] procedures. Blocks for disruption should only be placed when a user is in some way making it difficult for others to contribute to ~~Wikipedia~~.		Disagreements over content or policy are not disruption, but rather part of the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki and should be handled through [[Battlestar Wiki:Dispute resolution\|dispute resolution]] procedures. Blocks for disruption should only be placed when a user is in some way making it difficult for others to contribute to Battlestar Wiki.

	Sysops may block IP addresses or usernames that disrupt the normal functioning of ~~Wikipedia~~, or pose a sufficiently severe threat to it. Examples include (but are not limited to):		Sysops may block IP addresses or usernames that disrupt the normal functioning of Battlestar Wiki, or pose a sufficiently severe threat to it. Examples include (but are not limited to):
	*[[Battlestar Wiki:Vandalism\|Vandalism]]		*[[Battlestar Wiki:Vandalism\|Vandalism]]
	* Excessive reverts ([[Battlestar Wiki:Edit war\|Edit War]])		* Excessive reverts ([[Battlestar Wiki:Edit war\|Edit War]])
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	== Effects of being blocked ==		== Effects of being blocked ==
	Blocked users and IP addresses can still see all ~~Wikipedia~~ pages, but the "Edit this page" link brings up a "[[MediaWiki:Blockedtext\|User is blocked]]" page with the reason behind the block (as entered by the blocking admin) and how to request unblocking. Links and template includes all work as normal in the "reason" section. Blocked users are also prevented from moving pages or uploading files.		Blocked users and IP addresses can still see all Battlestar Wiki pages, but the "Edit this page" link brings up a "[[MediaWiki:Blockedtext\|User is blocked]]" page with the reason behind the block (as entered by the blocking admin) and how to request unblocking. Links and template includes all work as normal in the "reason" section. Blocked users are also prevented from moving pages or uploading files.

	When a blocked user attempts to edit, their IP is "autoblocked", so that the user may not make the same edit anonymously or under a different username. Autoblocks expire after 24 hours — when a username is blocked indefinitely, their IP will be automatically unblocked 24 hours after he or she last attempted to edit a page.		When a blocked user attempts to edit, their IP is "autoblocked", so that the user may not make the same edit anonymously or under a different username. Autoblocks expire after 24 hours — when a username is blocked indefinitely, their IP will be automatically unblocked 24 hours after he or she last attempted to edit a page.
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	If no expiry time is entered, an error message will be displayed.		If no expiry time is entered, an error message will be displayed.

	The times below are convention, based on protection of ~~Wikipedia~~ rather than punishment of the offender. They are guidelines — if you have done something clearly blockable, demanding the blocking admin's head for giving you 31 hours instead of 24 is unlikely to be taken seriously.		The times below are convention, based on protection of Battlestar Wiki rather than punishment of the offender. They are guidelines — if you have done something clearly blockable, demanding the blocking admin's head for giving you 31 hours instead of 24 is unlikely to be taken seriously.

	A block for disruption on a dynamic IP is usually up to 24 hours. Static IPs and logged-in users: start at 24 hours, increase gradually if it starts again. Blocks less than 24 hours, often known as '''cool-down blocks''', are more likely to be controversial the shorter they are. Indefinite blocks should not be used against isolated incidents of disruption from IP addresses, nor at first against user accounts that make a mixture of disruptive and useful edits.		A block for disruption on a dynamic IP is usually up to 24 hours. Static IPs and logged-in users: start at 24 hours, increase gradually if it starts again. Blocks less than 24 hours, often known as '''cool-down blocks''', are more likely to be controversial the shorter they are. Indefinite blocks should not be used against isolated incidents of disruption from IP addresses, nor at first against user accounts that make a mixture of disruptive and useful edits.