Submit Comments – FAQ

Must I register to access this site?

No way. Feel free to read and browse Ferrycounty.com’s articles, photos, and pages, without registering. You must only register if you wish to post comments about articles on the site.

Do I have to be logged in to comment?

Yes. You must register with us, provide your name, choose a nickname, and provide an email address. We’ll send a password to your email, which you can then use to log in and post comments.  If you want to remain logged in for the next time you visit, just click “Remember Me” on the log in screen.

If I register, will my email be visible?

No. When you post comments, only your nickname (user ID) will be displayed. You may have only one nickname per email address.

Will my comments appear in search engines?

Probably. There’s no predicting what each search engine will wish to publish, but you should assume that anything you post on this Web site (or any other) will be viewed by a larger audience than you perhaps expected.

Will my comments be edited by the Moderator?

Possibly.  The Moderator may add explanatory notes to your comment and correct spelling errors, if needed, to make your comments more readable.

Can I delete a comment I’ve made?

Not directly.  However, if you regret or wish to remove a post, use Ferrycounty.com’s contact form to send a request to the site’s editor to remove your comment. It may take a day or more for the comment to be removed, so think carefully before you post.

Why do you ask that I provide Ferrycounty.com with my real name and email to comment?

We receive lots of email and comments that include information that may need to be verified, before it can be posted (e.g., event announcements, trail information, and business contacts, etc.) .  We may need to contact with you to verify your sources.   We also want to discourage discourtesy and using our site to discusses issues that are better dealt with through letters to  newspaper editors and government agencies. This site is about sharing happy memories, helpful hints, or useful warnings (e.g., be prepared to sight bears on this trail).

Are member names, e-mail addresses, and passwords case sensitive?

Member names and e-mail addresses are not case sensitive, but passwords are.

Can I change the e-mail address for my account?

Send us your email using our contact form, and we’ll change your email for you.  You must change your own passwords.

Can I change my password?

Yes. If, when logging in, if you click the “Lost your password” link on the log in screen, you’ll be emailed  a new password.  When you log back in, you can use your profile form to change the password to one you prefer.

I forgot my password. What do I do?

Click on Login on the upper right of any of the pages, then click “Don’t know your password?” Enter your e-mail and your password will be sent to you.

What if the nickname I want is already taken?

We recommend you try an alternate spelling. You can also add numbers to make your nickname unique. Do not include periods, spaces, dashes, or special characters.

Why are comments closed for a particular story?

We leave comments open as long as useful commentary is being added; though comment threads are automatically shut down after 365 days.  Also, some posts and pages just aren’t suited to commentary.

How can I report inappropriate content that I’ve found on Ferrycounty.com?

Most comments are reviewed by our editor, before they are posted, which we hope will make it unnecessary for you to report any offensive material or inaccurate content.  Should something slip past us, or if a clever spammer posts something we haven’t approved, please use our contact form to inform the Moderator.

Why are my comments not showing up right away?

Users who are new to the site will have their comments moderated prior to posting. Objectionable words, as well as some seemingly harmless key words, may cause your posting to be held for review.  Users who have repeatedly had comments blocked for violating the discussion rules (see terms of use), will also have their comments held for review.

Note: When you post a comment, a message should be displayed telling you if your comment is being held for review. If you don’t see that message and your comment doesn’t appear immediately, let us know via our contact form.

When will my comment show up on the site?

Comments are usually reviewed and posted within 24 hours.  Comments from members who have shown that they consistently post helpful and useful reviews are not moderated before posting. Their comments will be posted immediately, and are only reviewed by the moderator if other community members notify us (see our contact form.

Why is moderation needed prior to posting?

It is our mission to highlight the best of Ferry County, and that includes encouraging our commentators to provide themselves and other visitors with meaningful and helpful tips, comments, notices, and corrections.  Unfortunately, there are significant numbers of spammers, trolls, and ill-mannered people who attempt to disrupt comment threads on this site as well as others.  We believe that a bit of well-applied moderation helps us keep Ferrycounty.com a place you’ll find good and helpful information and comments.

My comments were not pre-moderated before, but now they are. Why?

Don’t panic. If your comment includes links to other sites or includes key words that might be objectionable,we’ll hold your comment for review.

If you have posted a number of comments that violate our rules or we receive valid complaints about your comments, your comments will be moderated prior to posting on the site.