I have been working nonstop for BrowseDNS since I came here, which was over a year ago. This was literally the first time I have taken time off just to have time to myself, it has been nothing but getting on and dealing with bullshit. It's like I'm not being appreciated for the amount of time I spent on here so far, I have worked my ass off. The last thing I want to see someone do is tell me that I do not fucking deserve time to myself! I am not the only Administrator or Global Moderator, there is so many other people for you to bitch and cry about. I don't owe any of you people shit, I offered my time to this community.

If you are going to sit here and speak on how I shouldn't be taking breaks, maybe you should apply for staff and try making a difference. All you do is run your mouth, while we have progressed behavior-wise.

This is a Global Moderator report, do not tag me. I have more important things to be dealing with.

@Global-Moderators

You talk like you can do any better than anyone else on our team has. This is not directed toward you @Eggyz999 :)

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Here is some timelines of events that happened in my modding/cyber security journey.

2016: . I began moderating wireclub.com for sometime, while i was moderator there i learned new things and I am still using the same techniques i was taught then until this day.

2018: I was still moderating wireclub.com until November 2018 where i resigned due to IRL reasons.

2020: This was my prime period, after graduating high school i became interested in Cyber Security, HTML, and css. I enrolled in NYSU and was accepted while i was in New York.

2021 - 2022: I started moderating again and started with making discord servers... After doing that i joined chatogo.com and applied for moderator there.

2023: I started taking classes for html and css during this period. I was promoted to admin on chatogo.com and was admin for the remainder for the year.

2024: I resigned from administrator and moved to an out-of-state college where i am still at now. This is my last year. I soon found BrowseDNS where i joined and decided to start moderating again, i began with helping @VGMoose with some basic ideas and suggestions for moderation. I asked him if i could join the team and i was accepted as Starter Moderator. I was starter moderator for maybe 1-2 weeks before being promoted to Global Mod. I soon met @Nightkingale and @pwsincd after getting it. I assiged myself and a few other global mods to handle all of the drama and chaos going around here. After a month or two, everything was back to normal. After all of that went down i decided to take on another website https://chat-avenue.com. I began moderating there which is where I am still moderating today. I am currently kind of the bird guy on the staff team. I just recently began to improve my skills with javascript, html and css in hopes to start doing some of the things our administrators are doing now.

2025: plans to graduate with a bachelors in cyber security, currently searching for career opportunities. It is possible that will I go back for a degree in network administration and look for courses that give me certificates like CompTIA security+, CISSH and things like that

Thats all

@pawthetic said in Things that need to stop. (Please Read):

@YourAriesBestie said in Things that need to stop. (Please Read): If you think one of these is about you, then take it as a friendly warning to stop.

warning for what exactly. a ban? i get why you would ban someone for faking mental illnesses but be fucking serious. what sane person would ban somebody for loving their partner, you dont like it, TOUGH SHIT.

This is a very interesting topic!

Just because you love someone does not mean you have to post all about them and all this and that. Nobody wants to see you basically flirting with another individual, that's disgusting.

Nobody can ban but the Global Mods just an FYI and I don't ever see anyone getting warned for anything like this (unless it becomes a disruption to our peaceful environment), I would rather call it weird or disgusting rather than annoying.

I believe the OP which was Aries was simply addressing something that was bothering them but without using their mod powers to just speak how they feel

Honestly, if you don't like their post then GTFO and go enjoy the rest of your day, nobody asked you to reply to this thread or engage with anyone.

If you think flirting with your partner or whatever you guys call it these days in front of a group of people is cute, it isn't. I seriously want to know why someone would want to have other people in their business or relationship, a normal person would want that to be private.

Hey @Global-Moderators & @Public-Relations!

I'm Raven and today I'll be making my last announcement and I wanna share it all with this incredible team of individuals. As of today, I'll officially be resigning from my position as a member of the Administration Team, this was not an easy decision however I have already been thinking about it in the past week or two which is why we have an admin in training. I'm sure a lot of you have been noticing my inactivity in the past few weeks since the new year began and I frankly want a seasoned moderator to take over my position to be able to let them have a chance at becoming greater than mee.

I'm sure not a lot of you know but I'm beginning to prepare for a new job. Additionally, I have just learned that I will be expecting additions to my family in the coming months, truthfully, I'm starting to grow out of forum communities overall. Having been an BrowseDNS Staff Member since 2024, and used Switchbru and their services since 2022, I have seen this group flourish through the development and forum industry by a large margin, and I am very proud to have been a part of incredible success. I honestly can't wait to see where it goes from now especially with the next administrators. I'm starting to want to be able to just experience being able to binge shows all night long and hang out with friends whether that'd be online or hanging out, all without having to make sure if I missed any tasks or worry about my requirements anymore.

I'm proud to be member of BrowseDNS and will continue to be and I hope this amazing industry never fades away and this forum lives on for a long time, I'll never forget the incredible experience I've been in with this group especially with the family in the staff team because its something I'll miss so much and it's something I've never taken for granted. I'm very grateful for all the fun memories and serious moments I've had with the team, especially with my close friends and our executives! It's something I will never truly forget. My chapter of BrowseDNS officially ends here and I'm very grateful for everyone to have come and seen me all the way till the end.

@VGMoose @pwsincd I can not thank you two enough for your gratitude and respect even at times when I was difficult to put up with. I wish that this service thrives for a lifetime as it truly empowers people to become greater than what they may think they are.

Thank you for everything, and so long BrowseDNS!!

Raven
Former BrowseDNS Administrator

@Global-Moderators
@Public-Relations

Howdy,

I come here with some exciting news, I have appointed a very special individual on our team to a very important role, the most important role!

I have watched them grow, learn, and experience the mod community since the beginning. This user has shown an extreme amount of dedication to the community, has a strong reputation, and has committed extremely large amounts of time to the forum.

Although their first time being Moderator was a bit rough, from being fired for issues, to mistakes, and more– they've shown courage and resilience to these obstacles, which matters the most to us.

They are now considered an Admin-In-Training while we teach them the fundamentals and will oversee/manage the community from now on while I am away.

Please congratulate, @NightmareWolfie on the promotion!

Thank you,
Raven
Admin Team

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All profile Contest submissions are due by Sunday at 11 am. Rules are inside the document. The event schedule that we will follow is below.

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Hello everyone,

Our community is growing, and we are looking for dedicated leaders to help shape its future. We are officially opening the interest form for the position of Global Moderator—the most critical role on our platform.

️ About the Role
Global Moderators aren't just here to enforce rules; they are the guardians of our culture. As a Global Moderator, you will have oversight across the entire site, helping to maintain safety, resolve high-level conflicts, and work directly with the Admin team.

The Process
We want to find the right people without making the process unnecessarily stressful at the start.

• Phase 1: Interest Form – A simple check-in to understand your thinking process, experience, and temperament.
• Phase 2: The Trial & Exam – Candidates selected from Phase 1 will move into a trial period. Please be aware that the final exam is designed to be difficult to ensure only the most prepared candidates join the permanent team.

Requirements
To apply, you should meet the following baseline criteria:

• Active History: A consistent and positive presence on the forum.
• Clean Record: No major infractions or warnings in recent months.
• Temperament: The ability to remain calm and professional during heated discussions.
• Communication: Willingness to work closely with the rest of the staff team.

Deadline
All interest forms must be submitted by January 27th.

Closed!
What happens next?
After January 27th, the team will review all submissions. We aren't looking for "perfect" answers yet; we are looking for honesty, maturity, and a clear vision for the site.
If you are selected to move forward to the trial phase, you will receive a notification via Private Message shortly after the deadline.
Thank you for everything you contribute to this community. We look forward to reading your applications!

Nintendo Switch Users
If you are afraid that you will time out before you can answer the exam, please contact Maribitt or me directly, and we will send you the interest form questions.

— The Administration Team

Welcome! It is about thay time of the year where we continue our annual election poll. The top 3 moderators will receive a prize. This poll will end on the 30th Of November

Shall we see who dominates this time? Vote now! (No Multiple Voting.. Don't be weird and unfair, DM me if you want to change your vote after you've already voted)

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If you have any questions or need help, message me (@Raven) or @Almond!

Thank you,

Raven
BrowseDNS Co-Admin

Good afternoon,

As some of you already know I am Raven. I am one of the forum admins!

On Behalf Of The Staff Team,

We have had some ridiculous accusations made that impacted several user experiences and ultimately caused a few to delete their accounts. I sincerely would like to apologize to those who were impacted by this incident and I encourage you to embed your trust into us while we still get to the bottom of this.

After some brief IP checks and researching our team has came to the conclusion that Happycat is not in violation of the laws made by their government nor are they a pedo in any shape, size, or form. Considering the circumstances of the incident and the severity of the false accusations made I believe that making this post would be the best solution.

To keep this brief- If you don't know what you're talking about and can't back up your accusations, please keep your comments to yourself. We do not tolerate this hateful and this ridiculous behavior. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to reach out to our managerial team or global moderators.

Thank you, Raven
BrowseDNS Co-Administrator

I believe ICE is important but to a certain point. This Mass-Deportation the US is doing to innocent people is ridiculous, I would understand deporting felons and criminals but innocents will never stand by me.

I knew that this new president wouldn't have been a great idea which is why I tried voting for the other person running. By hey, get comfortable. We have a long road ahead of us.

You doing this is basically you saying you are not normal. Grow a pair of pants.

I want it to be clear that if you continue your foolishness that I will personally ban you. You don't get to disrespect our staff then expect for me to allow you to join the team. Like I said, don't bother ask to join any staff position.

I don't exactly know what you expect me to say to someone who barely has any self control and is beyond reckless. Nobody is going to understand an individual who does not listen to anything anyone wants to say.

Go DM @VGMoose all you want thinking I give a shit about you or your intolerable egoistical ass. Talk shit about me or our team again in a public space and you won't be here ever again, that is a promise.

It is about time i've came out to congratulate you on your hard work and dedication.

@BirdiBella has been one of the BrowseDNS heros since Day 1, I enjoy working beside her everyday as she always brings new ideas and talent onto the site. She is Thick-skinned and always ready to help someone in need of assistance. We've made it through many difficult situations together and have restored BrowseDNS back to its original state. @administrators you all have made a amazing decision making her apart of the team.

Maribitt, thank you for your service.

@magooty0117 Don't do dumb shit and perhaps we'd leave you alone, what do you think? If you so bad want to use that you were mod before as something to pull out your ass when you're cornered then actually do something beneficial to the community, which is something I have not seen from you yet. You did absolutely nothing.

So keep my mods names out your mouth when you clearly have no room to talk, Aries is simply doing what was asked of them.

Hii!

I am filled with joy to see that our efforts are now paying off!

This past month has marked a major turning point for our community. The growth, activity, and overall engagement we’ve seen are the direct result of focused effort, higher standards, and teamwork across the board.

I want to personally thank our Moderation Team and Public Relations Team.

Over the past month, I’ve placed significant demands on both teams. Expectations were raised, workloads increased, and accountability tightened. It required consistency, extra effort, and considerable hard work behind the scenes.

The results we’re seeing now are exactly why that push was necessary.
Your dedication to enforcing standards, driving engagement, improving outreach, and maintaining structure has made a measurable impact on this community’s success. That effort does not go unnoticed.

To our teams: thank you for stepping up and delivering.

To our members: thank you for showing up, participating, and helping us continue to grow.

We’re building momentum — and we’re not slowing down.

Let’s keep pushing forward.

@administrators
@Global-Moderators
@public-relations

Dear Community Members,

The Administration Team wishes to formally announce that @I_eat_sharpie has resigned from their position as Global Moderator, effective immediately.

During their tenure, @I_eat_sharpie demonstrated commitment to maintaining the integrity, organization, and overall standards of our forum. Their efforts in moderating discussions, assisting members, and upholding community guidelines have been sincerely valued and appreciated.

We extend our gratitude for the time, professionalism, and dedication they have contributed to the growth and stability of this community. Their service has not gone unnoticed.

Please join us in thanking them for their contributions and wishing them the very best of luck in all their future endeavors.

Respectfully,

Raven
Admin Team
February 12, 2026

@Global-Moderators
@Public-Relations

Good afternoon,

I just want to take the time out of my busy day to just give a special thanks to our staff team as they have been performing beyond extraordinary the past years. The work that goes on behind the scenes is like a brain sending thousands of signals to your body at once, which is why the work ethic is so great.

When I became a forum mod the site was chaotic and it could have always seemed as a unwelcoming environment for some individuals, I simply can't imagine how hard the team has worked to fix the issues going around. @Almond and I have worked from the ground up to set the site straight and simply give people a community that they want to come back to which matters most, Mari you're an outstanding co-admin and my words are not enough to elaborate how much you impact the team.

@Nared and @NightmareWolfie have also done great. The past few weeks i've backed off a little to let them do their thing and we can always rely on them to get the job done when myself and Mari are not here.

Jared has worked with us and he deserves to hold the badge for one of the first moderators hired by myself, he has used his experience and learned from it to hopefully develop a better and better administrative background.

The @Forum-Moderators play a huge part in that "extraordinary performance". Hopefully we can continue the way things are working out and develop that welcoming community we have worked so hard for.

I do want to give a small little thanks to @YourAriesBestie! I can say that from the start I was a little iffy about you becoming a mod and I helped you gain experience, which is what has shaped you into what you are today. Continue to work hard and fulfil your leadership role.

@VGMoose @Pwsincd You both also deserve a round of applause. We wouldn't be here without your guidance and support.

Thank you, Raven
BrowseDNS Co-Admin