Endmyopia:Blocking policy - Revision history

Viceroy Sam: /* Technical tools */ update and add nukers

2020-07-25T11:11:58Z

Technical tools: update and add nukers

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	When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.		When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.
	== Technical tools ==		== Technical tools ==
	* [[Special:Block]] (Access to restricted to administrators)
	* [[Special:Log/block]]		* [[Special:Log/block]]
			* [[Special:Block]] (Access restricted to [[EM:administrators\|administrators]] with shortcut in tools on userpage)
			* [[Special:Nuke]] (Access restricted to [[EM:nukers\|nukers]])
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Viceroy Sam: /* Technical tools */ (Access to restricted to administrators)

2020-07-25T10:31:57Z

Technical tools: (Access to restricted to administrators)

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	When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.		When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.
	== Technical tools ==		== Technical tools ==
	* [[Special:Block]]		* [[Special:Block]] (Access to restricted to administrators)
	* [[Special:Log/block]]		* [[Special:Log/block]]
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Viceroy Sam: Technical tools

2020-07-25T10:29:00Z

Technical tools

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	When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.		When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.
			== Technical tools ==
			* [[Special:Block]]
			* [[Special:Log/block]]
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NottNott at 09:00, 1 July 2020

2020-07-01T09:00:59Z

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	If it's '''not''' clear that it's vandalism, hold out and [[EM:assume good faith\|assume good faith]], reverting edits as appropriate. We don't want to chase away new editors.		If it's '''not''' clear that it's vandalism, hold out and [[EM:assume good faith\|assume good faith]], reverting edits as appropriate. We don't want to chase away new editors.
	{{clear}}		{{clear}}
	==The philosophy of blocking (this also applies)==		==The philosophy of blocking (this also applies, but it's incredibly long and thorough and you probably shouldn't bother reading any of this)==
	Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.		Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.
	===Blocks should not be punitive ===		===Blocks should not be punitive ===

NottNott at 17:03, 17 June 2020

2020-06-17T17:03:37Z

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	{{Policystolenfromwikipedia\|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Blocking_policy}}		{{Policystolenfromwikipedia\|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Blocking_policy}}
	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|~~User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.~~\|~~Whether a user should be blocked or not is based on the likelihood of disruption.\|Users can appeal blocks on their talk page.~~}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|[[Special:Block\|'''Just slap 'em with an indefinite block''']]}}
	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.

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	If editors believe a block has been improperly issued, they can request a review of that block on their own talk page. Administrators can "unblock" a user when they feel the block is unwarranted or no longer appropriate.		If editors believe a block has been improperly issued, they can request a review of that block on their own talk page. Administrators can "unblock" a user when they feel the block is unwarranted or no longer appropriate.
	== ~~Purpose~~ and ~~goals~~ ==		==EndMyopia Wiki: The blocking policy==
			{{shortcut\|EM:SLAP}}
			If someone's clearly [[EM:vandalism\|vandalising]] the wiki, <s>slap</s> give the user an indefinite block on the default settings for blocking.

			If it's '''not''' clear that it's vandalism, hold out and [[EM:assume good faith\|assume good faith]], reverting edits as appropriate. We don't want to chase away new editors.
			{{clear}}
			==The philosophy of blocking (this also applies)==
	Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.		Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.

	===Blocks should not be punitive ===		===Blocks should not be punitive ===
	{{policy shortcut\|EM:BLOCKNOTPUNITIVE}}		{{policy shortcut\|EM:BLOCKNOTPUNITIVE}}
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	Deterrence is based upon the likelihood of repetition. For example, though it might have been justifiable to block an editor a short time ago, such a block may no longer be justifiable right now, particularly if the actions have since ceased or the conduct issues have been resolved.		Deterrence is based upon the likelihood of repetition. For example, though it might have been justifiable to block an editor a short time ago, such a block may no longer be justifiable right now, particularly if the actions have since ceased or the conduct issues have been resolved.

	== Common rationales for blocks ==		=== Common rationales for blocks ===
	=== "Not here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia" ===		==== "Not here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia" ====
	This hopefullly most used blocking rationale is described at {{section link\|EM:Here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia\|Clearly not being here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia}}.		This hopefullly most used blocking rationale is described at {{section link\|EM:Here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia\|Clearly not being here to build a vision improvement encyclopedia}}.

	=== Protection ===		==== Protection ====
	A user may be blocked when necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of its users, or the public. A block for protection may be necessary in response to:		A user may be blocked when necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of its users, or the public. A block for protection may be necessary in response to:
	* persistent [[EM:No personal attacks\|personal attacks]];		* persistent [[EM:No personal attacks\|personal attacks]];
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	* an account appearing to have been compromised (as an emergency measure), i.e. there is some reason to believe the account is being used by someone other than the person who registered the account.		* an account appearing to have been compromised (as an emergency measure), i.e. there is some reason to believe the account is being used by someone other than the person who registered the account.

	=== Disruption ===		==== Disruption ====
	A user may be blocked when his or her conduct severely disrupts the project; that is, when his or her conduct is inconsistent with a [[WP:AGF\|civil, collegial atmosphere]] and interferes with the process of editors working together harmoniously to create an encyclopedia. A block for disruption may be necessary in response to:		A user may be blocked when his or her conduct severely disrupts the project; that is, when his or her conduct is inconsistent with a [[WP:AGF\|civil, collegial atmosphere]] and interferes with the process of editors working together harmoniously to create an encyclopedia. A block for disruption may be necessary in response to:
	* [[EM:Vandalism\|vandalism]];		* [[EM:Vandalism\|vandalism]];
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	* {{anchor\|COI}}Accounts that appear, based on their edit history, to exist for the sole or primary purpose of promoting a person, company, product, service, or organization. ''See [[EM:Conflict of interest]] and [[EM:Spam]].''		* {{anchor\|COI}}Accounts that appear, based on their edit history, to exist for the sole or primary purpose of promoting a person, company, product, service, or organization. ''See [[EM:Conflict of interest]] and [[EM:Spam]].''

	== When blocking may not be used ==		=== When blocking may not be used ===
	{{policy shortcut\|EM:BLOCKNO}}		{{policy shortcut\|EM:BLOCKNO}}
	=== Conflicts and involvement ===		==== Conflicts and involvement ====
	Administrators must not block users with whom they are engaged in a content dispute; instead, they should report the problem to other administrators. Administrators should also be aware of potential conflicts involving pages or subject areas with which they are involved. It is acceptable for an administrator to block someone who has been engaging in clear-cut vandalism in that administrator's userspace.		Administrators must not block users with whom they are engaged in a content dispute; instead, they should report the problem to other administrators. Administrators should also be aware of potential conflicts involving pages or subject areas with which they are involved. It is acceptable for an administrator to block someone who has been engaging in clear-cut vandalism in that administrator's userspace.

	=== Cool-down blocks ===		==== Cool-down blocks ====
	{{policy shortcut\|EM:COOLDOWN}}		{{policy shortcut\|EM:COOLDOWN}}

	Blocks intended '''solely''' to "cool down" an [[EM:Explode\|angry user]] should ''not'' be used, as they often have the opposite effect. However, an angry user who is also being [[EM:Disruptive editing\|disruptive]] can be blocked to prevent further disruption.		Blocks intended '''solely''' to "cool down" an [[EM:Explode\|angry user]] should ''not'' be used, as they often have the opposite effect. However, an angry user who is also being [[EM:Disruptive editing\|disruptive]] can be blocked to prevent further disruption.

	=== Recording in the block log ===		==== Recording in the block log ====
	Blocks should not be used solely for the purpose of recording warnings or other negative events in a user's block log. The practice, typically involving very short blocks, is often seen as punitive and humiliating.		Blocks should not be used solely for the purpose of recording warnings or other negative events in a user's block log. The practice, typically involving very short blocks, is often seen as punitive and humiliating.

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	A blocked administrator can block the blocking administrator, but should only do so in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and immediate need, such as in the case of a compromised account. Use of the block tool to further a dispute or retaliate against the original blocking administrator is not allowed.		A blocked administrator can block the blocking administrator, but should only do so in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and immediate need, such as in the case of a compromised account. Use of the block tool to further a dispute or retaliate against the original blocking administrator is not allowed.

	== Blocking ==		=== Blocking ===
	=== Preliminary: education and warnings ===		==== Preliminary: education and warnings ====
	{{shortcut\|EM:BEFOREBLOCK}}		{{shortcut\|EM:BEFOREBLOCK}}

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	==== Notifying the blocked user ====		==== Notifying the blocked user ====
	Administrators must supply a clear and specific block reason that indicates why a user was blocked. Block reasons should avoid the use of jargon as much as possible so that blocked users may better understand them. Administrators should notify users when blocking them by leaving a message on their user talk page. It is often easier to explain the reason for a block at the time than it is to explain a block well after the event.		Administrators <s>must</s> preferably would supply a clear and specific block reason that indicates why a user was blocked. Block reasons should avoid the use of jargon as much as possible so that blocked users may better understand them. Administrators should notify users when blocking them by leaving a message on their user talk page. It is often easier to explain the reason for a block at the time than it is to explain a block well after the event.

	When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.		When implementing a block, a number of [[Wikipedia:pro forma]] block reasons are available in a [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-dropdown\|drop-down menu]]; other or additional reasons can also be added.
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NottNott at 21:27, 15 June 2020

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	{{Policystolenfromwikipedia\|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Blocking_policy}}		{{Policystolenfromwikipedia\|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Blocking_policy}}
	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|~~Please tell~~ the ~~users you block why they have been blocked~~ on their talk ~~pages, and tell them they can appeal the block~~.}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Whether a user should be blocked or not is based on the likelihood of disruption.\|Users can appeal blocks on their talk page.}}

	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.

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	If editors believe a block has been improperly issued, they can request a review of that block on their own talk page. Administrators can "unblock" a user when they feel the block is unwarranted or no longer appropriate.		If editors believe a block has been improperly issued, they can request a review of that block on their own talk page. Administrators can "unblock" a user when they feel the block is unwarranted or no longer appropriate.

	== Purpose and goals ==		== Purpose and goals ==
	Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.		Blocks serve to protect the project from harm, and reduce likely future problems. Blocks may escalate in duration if problems recur. They are meted out not as retribution but to protect the project and other users from disruption and inappropriate conduct, and to deter any future possible repetitions of inappropriate conduct. Blocking is one of the most powerful tools that are entrusted to administrators, who should be familiar with the circumstances prior to intervening and are required to be able to justify any block that they issue.

NottNott at 13:14, 11 June 2020

2020-06-11T13:14:45Z

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	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.

NottNott at 13:14, 11 June 2020

2020-06-11T13:14:24Z

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	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}
	{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.

Viceroy Sam: Correct ttypo

2020-06-04T23:48:14Z

Correct ttypo

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	{{EM admin\|WM:BLOCK}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}
	{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}		{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

Viceroy Sam: {{EM admin|WM:BLOCK}}

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	{{EM admin}}		{{EM admin\|WM:BLOCK}}
	{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}		{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

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	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCKING\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.

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	{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}		{{EM admin\|EM:BLOCK}}{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}
	{{Nutshell\|User accounts and IP addresses may be blocked from editing to protect EndMyopia Wiki from disruption.\|Please tell the users you block why they have been blocked on their talk pages, and tell them they can appeal the block.}}

	'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.		'''Blocking''' is the method by which [[EM:Administrators\|administrators]] technically prevent users from editing EndMyopia Wiki. Blocks may be applied to user accounts, to IP addresses, and to ranges of IP addresses, for either a definite or an indefinite time. Blocked users can continue to access EndMyopia Wiki, but cannot edit any page), except (in most cases) their own user talk pages.