Originally Posted by
JAMESCORK
The more this is discussed the more ridiculous it becomes. I do not see the logic in any of the argument put forward by EI management regarding Marks request. Mark wants to merely change his username from Mark444 to More444. What difference or detriment will that cause anyone? Let the man change his username for gods’ sake, what harm will it do.
I feel compelled to put forward a case for Mark because I feel it is an important issue that may be relevant to other users here in the future.
So lets examine the argument against..
1. We cannot allow multiple usernames:
Sam: “Really, the main issue is when it comes to reviewing escorts; we have found the same people out to be reviewing escorts two or three times under different usernames and that's a big problem. Like I've said before, this does compromise the reputation of not just the poster, but the escort too, so please consider that too, people”
This is Mark we are talking about, an established and well respected member. A member that has openly requested his username changed. Its not as if he covertly wants to review under multiple usernames for gods sake.
Therefore this argument does not hold…
2. It’s an administrative burden.
Sam: “The problem also lies in the fact that you can't transfer reviews from one user name to another; on an escort profile, the reviews are moved via the escort client details; it's time consuming (should they have a lot of reviews) but easy enough to do. This doesn't work the same with message board accounts. Even if we could, again it would generate a massive amount of work for me and Nicole anyway. What about all references to the original name in the posts? For newbies, it would just be confusing”
Its “easy enough to do” but we wont do it… hello…. Two options here,… 1. do the work for Mark and simply change the review name from Mark444 to More444 on his reviews or…. 2. let them remain as Mark444 but allow them become extinct as have the reviews of zobaanzoo. No detriment to the Escorts involved. He only requires to start anew as More444. There is no need to go back over previous posts and change “Mark” references, therefore no “massive amount of work” for management. Just let Mark slip into archives. Having said that to change Mark444 to More444 cant be that difficult.
Sam: “This is not something that is practical to do. In fact, if we allow an escort to change their message board user name for advertising purposes, there is more often than not a charge incurred for the time and effort of changing their names in all of their reviews.”
He has offered to pay for the service FFS.
Therefore this argument does not hold…
3. He should have been more discrete..
Sam: “The requests we have usually relate to a wife finding out or something. Unfortunately, if a poster is descrete enough, you would think that they would have the foresight to choose something that would not be very obvious. Of course there are extenuating circumstances, but I've yet to see a case were that would apply. I would have thought if it was a life or death situation, a client would simply keep a low profile?”
This I regard as blatantly unfair. Ok, he fucked up in his choice of username, but lets accept that and allow leeway. Mark having realized his popularity on the boards and especially on the reviewers board has reason to believe his anonymity is compromised, especially seeing as he has used his true christian name and the location attached to his reviews also relative to unwanted identification. How extenuating a circumstance is required?
Once again this argument does not hold…
4. Finally, EI rules are quoted:
"This website contains material submitted by third parties. All third party material contained in this website is the sole responsibility of the third party. We do not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of any third party material on our website nor is any warranty expressed or implied by publication. We assume no responsibility and specifically disclaim and exclude all liability to any person for any loss or damage of any nature or however arising from any third party material published on this website"
There was never a case that Mark was holding EI responsible for his unfortunate lack of foresight in his choice of username, nor was he holding EI responsible for any of his posts or reviews. Im sure he stands over all contributions to this site with an open book and neither requires them doctored nor deleted. He merely requests they slip into page two.
Again this argument does not hold.
All references to Sam are not personal but merely quoting a representative of EI management.
I am concerned at this defiant standing by EI on a matter that may be considered trivial to EI management but seriously worrying to members that feel their anonymity here may be compromised, even in a little way. I cannot understand the lack of consideration on behalf on EI management on this matter, and am deeply saddened that a member of loyal standing may not be accommodated in some way to continue to enjoy what is in fairness an excellent site. I am also seriously concerned that someday I may find it necessary to request to conceal an impending discovery of identity only to be told it is against company policy to protect you. I find this to be not only outrageous but more importantly disconcerting, and makes me think seriously of my future here.
Please give this consideration EI.
Thank You….
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