Reputation and rewards

[ThePedsFather]

On our forum, we have a system of ranks and reputation. We reward active members who help others, share useful information, post reviews and photos, as well as share their blood test results. Your efforts will not go unnoticed!

Read on to learn all about how to become a Don on the forum, how to earn reputation, and how to receive monthly bonuses!

# WHAT IS REPUTATION?

Reputation is a measure of trust and respect a member earns in the community through active and positive participation. A high reputation indicates that the person is making meaningful contributions, helping others, and adhering to the community rules. Reputation impacts your progress in the ranking table and influences the level of trust from other members and administrators.

## How to earn reputation points?

• From Administrators: admins can manually award reputation points for significant contributions to the community, helping others, or promoting the chat’s growth.
• For Publications: points can be earned for creating valuable posts such as: articles, high-quality reviews, touchdown photos, blood test results, progress photos, blind tests.
• Helping other members, answering questions, or resolving issues.
• From other members: community members can recognize your contributions by clicking the “Thank you” button.

## How can reputation be lost?

Reputation decreases when you receive warnings

Warnings may be issued for:

• Rule Violations: spam, insults, inappropriate statements, or other actions against community etiquette.
• Warnings from administrators: disrespectful behavior toward others or violations documented by moderators.

# WHAT ARE RANKS?

Ranks reflect a member’s level of reputation and authority in the community. They represent your contributions, knowledge, experience, and the trust you’ve earned from others.

## What do ranks symbolize?

• Expertise and knowledge: higher ranks indicate greater demonstrated expertise and contributions.
• Community impact: ranks showcase how actively and positively you contribute.
• Trust and respect: each new rank signifies increased trust and appreciation from the community.

## How to advance in rank?

Ranks depend on your reputation. Each rank requires reaching a specific total reputation score.

Rank list and reputation requirements:

1. Rookie — starting level (0 reputation)
2. Authority — 40 reputation
3. Baron — 80 reputation
4. Boss — 160 reputation
5. Don — 400 reputation
6. Godfather — 900 reputation

## How to retain a rank?

Ranks cannot be lost. Even if your reputation score decreases, your current rank remains unchanged. Each rank represents a milestone that cannot be undone, regardless of reputation changes.