The philosophy behind subkultures.net

Subkultures.net is an online community for people who don't feel part of the mainstream. It's a place where they won't feel criticized or singled out for being "different". It's a place where you can discuss similar interests and learn from others. Additionally, although we have a journaling feature in subkultures.net, we are not trying to be a LiveJournal replacement. This is a community, not a personal diary.

Donation Information
Running this site costs hundreds of dollars a month in server and bandwidth costs. Donations are put directly towards defraying these costs. Donations can be sent in one of the following ways:

• Paypal:
  
• Check, money order or cash
  Please make checks or money orders out to "S. Bernacki". If you choose to send cash, please make sure it's well concealed!
  
  Contact m0xie for the address
  

Main Page Questions
How is the main page pictures sorted?
I want to search for someone, but I don't know their exact name.
Why does it keep linking to journals I have posted in? How do I make that stop?

Page Style Change Questions
How do I change the color of _This part of page_?
How do I upload images to be the backgrounds of my journal entries/page background?

Image Related Questions
Why do I have that stupid kid as my picture?
How do I upload a picture?
When I upload an image I get this error...
How do I set the picture for the main page?
How do I set the picture for the front of MY page?
I want to move where my image is in the gallery
I keep getting an error when I upload an image. Why is this happening?
How do I delete my entire gallery?
Why are my lame ass Nazi pictures not acceptable here?
How many images may I upload?
I want to upload something other than an image. How do I?
I link to a picture on subkultures.net, but it shows up as broken.
I have no idea how to make my picture small enough to upload! I NEED SOME HELP!

Buddy Related
How Do I add a buddy?
How are Buddies sorted?
What does the green above someone's picture mean?
What does the '>' symbol next to a collapsed-list friend name mean?
How can I keep someone from having me on their buddy list?
How Do I remove people from my buddy list?

Journal Related Question
How do I add a journal entry?
Can I edit a journal entry I posted in someone else's journal?
How do I keep people from posting ANY comments to a journal entry?
How do I keep people I don't want from posting to my journal entries?
Can I embed my deadjournal/livejournal instead?
How can I change the number of journal entries on each page?

Issues with other users
This other user is harrassing me. Can you kick them/block them/etc?
This other user is using my images/content without permission. DO something!

Privacy and Policy
How do I make my page only viewable to members?
Are you going to sell my information to advertisers?
I'm 13 years old. Why can't I have a site here?
I want to run banners off my site. Why can't I?
I want to use my site as a gateway for warez/mp3s/porn. Why is this an issue?
Are my Private Messages really private? Or are you reading them?
My page is gone, and I can't log in!

Private Message Feature
How do I PM someone?
Can I block a user from PM'ing me?
Can I create my own folders to store PMs in?

Artwork/Banner Information
Can I make a banner for subkultures.net?
Are there any banners/buttons/etc that I can link to subkultures.net with?

Site Building
Why can't I insert Javascript for my site? I want cool Javascript effects!!
Why can't I use this certain HTML tag?

Account Settings
How do I change my password?
How do I change my subculture status?
How do I change my email?
How do I delete my account?
How can I change my account name?

Other
This site looks a lot like iam.bmezine.com
Will this site become a paid site?
When did this site come into existence?

Errors
I'm getting an error when I do (action here). Help!

My question isn't answered here.

Main Page Questions

How is the main page pictures sorted?
A. The main page is sorted by most recent via journal update entries.

I am looking for someone but I don't know their exact username?
A. That is fine. Type in as much of their username that you know, and the search will generate all usernames that have that string of characters.

Why does it keep linking to journals I have posted in? How do I make that stop?
A. That is the nifty journal tracker, so you can keep track of the journals you have posted in. If you no longer want to keep track of a particular journal entry, click on the Binocular image at the bottom of that journal entry, right above where you would enter in a comment. If the binoculars do not have a red slash '/' over them, that means you are no longer watching a journal. If you want to watch a journal WITHOUT having to post, just click the on the binoculars, and a red slash will appear, signifying that you are watching the journal.

Page Style Change Questions

How do I change the color of _This part of page_?
A. To alter the looks of your personal page, ensure that you are logged in, go to 'my page' on the top navigation bar, select 'edit page' from the top navigation bar, then select Edit Style/Colors/Fonts that will be listed above the description.

How do I upload images to be the backgrounds of my journal entries/page background?
A. Edit Page > Edit Style/Fonts/Colors - Make sure you click the radial button next to the word "Image" next to Main background or Journal Background, and then browse your desktop for the image you want as the background.

Image Related Questions

Why do I have that stupid kid as my picture?
A. This means you have not uploaded any pictures yet. The moment you upload a picture, the default picture will disappear.

How do I upload a picture?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to 'my page' on the top navigation bar, select 'edit page' from the top navigation bar, then select "Edit Gallery" under the image. Select "[Add a new picture]" from above the description area.

When I upload an image I get this error...
A. Please ensure that the image you are uploading is a .jpg or .gif. If you are unsure of the extension, open the image in a program like Photoshop. Save the image as a .jpg or .gif. There are also size limitations on the images. If the image is larger than 75k, it will not be accepted. Please scale down the pictures also using image altering software such as Photoshop. If you are still getting errors after doing these checks, please contact us with the error message and the file that you are unable to upload.

How do I set the picture for the main page?
A.Make sure you are logged in. Go to 'my page' on the top navigation bar, select 'edit page' from the top navigation bar, then select "Edit Gallery" under the image. Click on "Avatar" for the image you want on the front page.

How do I set the picture for the front of MY page?
A.Make sure you are logged in. Go to 'my page' on the top navigation bar, select 'edit page' from the top navigation bar, then select "Edit Gallery" under the image. Click on "Gallery Title" for the image you want on the front page.

I want to move where my image is in the Gallery
A. When you select the edit mode, go edit the Gallery you want to change. Note that right above the image you want to move are little arrows pointing left and right. "Move" the image around the gallery to desired place using the arrows.

How do I delete my entire gallery?
A. In Edit mode go edit gallery. At the top of the gallery there will be a "Delete Gallery" option to the right of "Add a new picture" option.

Why are my lame ass Nazi pictures not acceptable here?
A. Because such material is offensive to a large majority, and will not be tolerated.

How many images may I upload?
A. A user is allowed to upload up to ten images, plus up to an additional three as background images for the page background, journal or biography area. A donation of $10 or more will increase image galleries to 25 images.

I want to upload something other than an image. How do I?
A. There are currently no options for a user to be able to upload files other than images. Multimedia galleries are currently under construction, but will only be available to donating members.

I link to a picture on subkultures.net, but it shows up as broken.
A. This is because we do not allow people to link to images on our server. There is the possibility of a paid option in the future that will allow you to do this.

I have no idea how to make my picture small enough to upload! I NEED SOME HELP!
A. There is a special FAQ JUST for images! GO HERE for a list of members who can help you, and detailed instructions with pictures to help!

Buddy Related

How do I add a buddy?
A. Go to that person's webpage, and click "add buddy" on the far top left side navigation menu.

How are Buddies sorted?
A. Buddies are sorted by Most Recently Updated. This is also how the Buddy friends list is sorted.

What does the green above someone's picture mean?
A. That means that the user is currently on subkultures.net. Please understand that sometimes people might leave the browser open, and might not actually be physically present.

What does the '>' symbol next to a collapsed-list friend name mean?
A. It means your buddy is currently on the site (the text version of having a green hilited name).

How can I keep someone from having me on their buddy list?
A. Using the 'Block' function under "Account Settings" will refrain a user from being able to have you on their buddy list. If they already had you on their buddy list before the block, it will remove you from their buddy list once you have blocked them.

How Do I remove people from my buddy list?
A. Go to the main page. Click the 'X' under that buddy's name.

Journal Related Question

How do I add a journal entry?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "add journal entry" on right side of navigation menu.

Can I edit a journal entry I posted in someone else's journal?
A. You can edit a journal followup for up to 15 minutes after posting said followup.

How do I keep people from posting ANY comments to a journal entry?
A. When you go to add a journal entry, select the checkbox "Disallow Comments". This will make it so that no comments may be added to that journal entry.

How do I keep people I don't want from posting to my journal entries?
A. Using the Block function found in Account Settings, you can keep particular users from posting comments to your journal.

Can I embed my deadjournal/livejournal/etc instead?
A. No, that option is no longer available. We would like to stress that this is more of a community site than an online diary. That is why we do not offer the 'privacy' features that come with the online diaries.

How can I change the number of journal entries on each page?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "Account Settings" on the top navigation bar. Scroll to Journal Preferences.

Issues with other users

This other user is harrassing me. Can you kick them/block them/etc?
A.You can block the user with the "Block" functionality found under Account Settings. This will make it so that you won't be on their buddy list, they can't PM you or post comments to your journal.

This other user is using my images/content without permission. DO something!
A. Please report the user and the images/content that is being used without permission to TOS violations @ tos@subkultures.net. We will investigate the issue and determine action to be taken.

Privacy and Policy

How do I make my page only viewable to members?
A. Go into Account Settings. Click the checkbox next to "Make my page viewable only by other members. " Click "Save Settings".

Are you going to sell my information to advertisers?
A. No.

I'm 13 years old. Why can't I have a site here?
A. You can not have a page on subkultures.net if you are thirteen years of age or younger. This is because of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA). CHILD.—The term "child" means an individual under the age of 13. We here at subkultures.net comply with the law. If it is found out that you are 13 or younger, your account WILL be deleted. I am very sorry, but this is a very serious issue.

I want to run banners off my site. Why can't I?
A. Personal banners are fine. For example, buttons to sites you like, your own personal webpage, etc. But hosting banners for money making purposes is not OK. We don't make money hosting YOU, you shouldn't make money being hosted by US.

I want to use my site as a gateway for warez/mp3s/porn. Why is this an issue?
A. This is an issue because then your site will be causing high amounts of bandwidth. Please respect the community, and take that stuff elsewhere.

Are my Private Messages really private? Or are you reading them?
A. Your PMs are private from all users, including the operators of the site. The only time when your PMs might be read by anyone other than yourself without your consent is in matters concerning the law. Subkultures.net fully complies with the law. If they come knocking on our doors and ask to see our logs and database info.. sorry. We will give it to them. But don't worry, this most likely won't happen. :)

My page is gone and I can't log in!
A. Most likely your page was deleted. We reserve the right to delete any account for any reason. We do not need to 'warn' you prior to account deactivation, since you agreed to the Terms of Service when you applied for the account. The two most common reasons for deactivation are copyright violation and user harrassment.

Think this is unfair? Ask yourself: "Do I pay the server bills? Did I build this site?" Probably not, or we would have given you more fair warning. Think this is unfair? In the wise words of Glider, "Go build your own site with your own time and money". If you think that this could be a mistake, email us, and we will let you know the exact situation.

Private Message Feature

How to I PM someone?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to that buddy's page and click 'pm buddyname' on the upper left hand side of the navigation bar. You can also PM them from your buddy list on the main page by clicking on the envelope symbol under their image. A third option is going into your mailbox and composing a new message and filling in their name in the "To" box.

Can I block a user from PM'ing me?
A. Using the Block function found in Account Settings will prevent the designated user from PM'ing you.

Can I create my own folders to store PMs in?
A. As of right now, no. Once again, another feature for future use. This one is actually going to be in one of the sooner upcoming releases.

Artwork/Banner Information

Can I make a banner for subkultures.net?
A. Yes, please!! You can make a front page banner which must be the follow size specifications: Width = 666 pixels, Height = 73 pixels. You can also make an "advertising" banner that can be run on another website, or cute little buttons for people to put on their own websites. In fact, all artwork/banners are highly appreciated for subkultures.net. Please feel free to send all submissions to art@subkultures.net.

Are there any banners/buttons/etc that I can link to subkultures.net with?
A. Yes! Please go HERE to view the wonderful selection of images for linking purposes.

Site Building

Why can't I insert Javascript for my site? I want cool Javascript effects!!
A. We don't allow javascript due to security purposes. A future paid option will allow the user to have Javascript.

Why can't I use this certain HTML tag?
A. This is also due to security reasons. Please submit any HTML tag that you are unable to use to us to be considered for approval. Here is a list of all currently approved HTML tags.

Account Settings

How do I change my password?
A.Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "Account Settings" on the top navigation bar. Enter your old password, then your new password twice, then "Change Password" button.

What happens if I forgot my password?
A. Submit your email and a link will be provided to reset it.

How do I change my subculture status?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "Account Settings" on the top navigation bar. Change your subculture by using the dropdown menu.

How do I change my email?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "Account Settings" on the top navigation bar. Change the email listed and select "Update Information".

How do I delete my account?
A. Make sure you are logged in. Go to "My Page". Select "Account Settings" on the top navigation bar. Scroll to bottom and select Delete Journal. This is PERMANENT. The username will not be able to be reregistered until after thirty days of account deletion.

How can I change my account name?
A. If you really want to change your account name to something different, re-apply for a new account with your new desired username. In the description, mention that you have a current account and mention the current account name. Understand that this means you will have to rebuild your page, and you will lose all journal entries/private messages/etc. associated with the old account. Once your new account is activated, you must immediately de-activate your old account.

Errors

I'm getting an error when I do (action here). Help!
A. Please contact us @ errors@subkultures.net with the specific error and what you were trying to do.

Other

This site looks a lot like iam.bmezine.com
A. Yup! iam.bmezine.com has a really aesthetic layout in terms of the front pageand personal page display. We were very much inspired and give credit to bmezine for their creative abilities. But aside from the general look, that is where the similarities end. The underlying structure of subkultutures.net is worlds apart from bmezine (no wrong way to build a site, just different ways). Also, we feel that both sites have much to offer two different types of communities. Viva bmezine, viva subkultures.net!

We also got permission from Shannon, the creator of bmezine.com: "Anyway, if anyone hassles you about the look-and-feel similarity, you can tell them that you have permission (and I assume that given time your site will evolve its own look anyway, so it won't be an issue forever)." Thank you Shannon! For anyone interested in any type of body modification, make sure you RESEARCH it first.

Will this site become a paid site?
A. Yes and No. We hope to break even on the hosting and work bills, so we will have a paid user option available in the near future. With a paid account you will get extremely awesome extra features, and nifty other shtuff. Customizable pages will be one of the many features that will be available to a paid account.

When did this site come into existence?
A. March 25, 2002

My question isn't answered here.

A. Please contact us with the your question. Here is a list of emails that you can contact with specific questions:

art@subkultures.net - Please feel free to send color schemes, artwork, banners, etc for subkultures.net. You will receive the appropriate credit in the FAQ section.

errors@subkultures.net - Please send error message, description of activity that generated errors, and any files that might be included in the situation.

suggestions@subkultures.net - What do you want to see for future versions?? Is there something we should change to make the site easier/more fun to use?

tos@subkultures.net - for Terms of Service violations. Please email this if another user is harrassing you, copyright infringement, etc.

howto@subkultures.net - Confused on how to do something? Please email our How To guru for all your answers! If we get the same questions enough, they will be added to the FAQ. So please, don't be afraid to ask. Someone else probably wants to know as well!