Answered9 years ago
What are the group rules regarding blocking admins on Facebook?
ATTENTION MEMBERS:
IF you block an admin of this group you will be banned and blocked from the group. Period end of story
You will not be warned. I will not reach out to other members to message you to unblock me. I will just ban/block you from the group.
There is NO reason to block an admin EVER!!. It takes the admin staff quite a lot of time to run herd on this group and it is not always easy.
Oh an BTW: I know I'm an asshole, I know I'm hard-core, I know I am one way about things on here, I'm sorry it's how I am. (And before someone asks NO I am not just this way on f/b I am this way in real life in both thai and english. :O )
Thank you for your understanding and consideration
IF you block an admin of this group you will be banned and blocked from the group. Period end of story
You will not be warned. I will not reach out to other members to message you to unblock me. I will just ban/block you from the group.
There is NO reason to block an admin EVER!!. It takes the admin staff quite a lot of time to run herd on this group and it is not always easy.
Oh an BTW: I know I'm an asshole, I know I'm hard-core, I know I am one way about things on here, I'm sorry it's how I am. (And before someone asks NO I am not just this way on f/b I am this way in real life in both thai and english. :O )
Thank you for your understanding and consideration
Answer summary
The post emphasizes a strict policy against members blocking group admins, warning that doing so will result in being banned without warning. The admin openly acknowledges their tough demeanor but expresses commitment to helping members with useful immigration information, particularly focused on the challenges faced by expats in Thailand. Community feedback largely supports the admin's stance, recognizing the effort required to manage the group effectively.
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Rupok ********
I wonder if you truly are the same on FB and IRL, if so, then definitely you are a nice gentleman that people are happy to meet. You have the tolerance to go through shit for being who you are. Honestly I have seen the worst of our expats here in Thailand on FB. I must say this group is one of the most helpful groups, and it really tries to help members who are in need. I have personally invited many of my friends who have greatly benefited from this group. Keep up the good job. Cheers
Rupok ********
5555. Good point. It's fixed now.
Adam ***********
He just might block you for accusing him of being English.....
Jeff *********
I don't disagree with this policy, but is it possible to list the admins of the group? That way people can be sure they haven't blocked them accidentally or otherwise in the past?
Jeff *********
Ok, thank you, that is helpful. I can see the three admins there and none are blocked, I can confirm!
Prince *******
Jeff Mcneill Click on members. It's under the about and discussion tab. You can literally see everyone that's in the group and it lists the admins at the top.
Jeff *********
And where exactly do I see this list of admins? I'd like to know, as I can't seem to find it in the Facebook page interface.
Prince *******
it says admin under their name or has the shield icon next to it.
Lee **********
I think your spot on and can’t knock you. Thanks for all you have done and still do Tod. 🙏👍
John **********
Nicely said
Nic *******
Yeah. being a facebook admin is a LOT of work ... even in a smaller group. You won't please everyone so stick by your rules!
Steven *******
Hey Tod do your thing. Your advice literally kept me from being in jail. If they don't want your advice, fuck'em.
Adam **********
🍺
Joe ***********
As Admin of several FB Groups on various subjects, I find after several years of experience that there are some people that just hate authority of any kind - very much like rebellious children... When told that they cannot have - do - or say something they become angry - they want to lash out and believe something that they heard in a bar.
With this Group a big problem centers around the questioners not knowing the correct terminology - then when corrected want to go back to using the wrong terms.
With this Group a big problem centers around the questioners not knowing the correct terminology - then when corrected want to go back to using the wrong terms.
Жанна ************
It is a tremendous effort to run the group of such an importance and seriousness of a topic. I’d support those with right intentions and willingness to help for those need a help to join and be part of a group.
Duncan *******
>NO I am not just this way on f/b I am this way in real life in both thai and english
Sure
Sure
@Tod ********
:)
William *******
Very well administered group. Likely the best that I know. Who would want to block the administrator ?
James ***********
m8, whatever they call you, bottom line is..
you are spending your own free time giving good visa advice, AND for free!
In that regard, i dont think anyone can blame you for "not suffering fools to kindly"
And hey im sure you will agree
there is no shortage of fools here that are to lazy to do the research themselves, who will then bag you out when you give it to them straight!
you are spending your own free time giving good visa advice, AND for free!
In that regard, i dont think anyone can blame you for "not suffering fools to kindly"
And hey im sure you will agree
there is no shortage of fools here that are to lazy to do the research themselves, who will then bag you out when you give it to them straight!
Steve ***********
Don't apologise, just kick the assholes off. Keep up the good work
Genene *********
YEs, thank Goodness for this VERY useful advice. Many Thanks :)
Peter ******
And I hope you do not change at all - the service you provide is second to none. Thanks for all your help.
Scott ******
A really good informative page. Keep up the good work guys/gals.
Paul **********
Just a suggestion if they ain't got anything on their profile block em or don't accept them gotta cut out some wrongens
Terry **********
Yes I think Tod and all knowledgeable contributors since this helpful site has been going will have no qualms whatsoever to know that the feedback by the majority is spot on
Marcus ******
So far this group is one of the well maintained and informative ones about living in bkk.. i appreciate the group community and hope it stays the same way down the road.. blessing
Si ********
And this is why this group is drama free and straight to the point, great Admin.
Tim ********
Perhaps, make this a private group... then test applicants how they deal with a dick before becoming a member... 😂👍🏼. KIDDING! This is a great group! 😜
Helen ***********
You can be quite abrasive. Is it possible these people didn't know you are and admin and just thought you are a bit of a dick? I mean, without context when you just pop in an slam someone it can seem harsh.
Sandeep ******
@Tod ********
the admin Icon also doe not show up on my laptop . just wanted to share. Thank you for your advices and assistance. Keep up the good work.
Marly ***********
no admin icon since the first day i joined.. 🤔
Helen ***********
@Tod ********
it is clear as day on your comment for me though! Weird.
Tod *********
OP@He***
, I saw that the icon didn't show up in a mobile phone all the time either :OHelen ***********
@JD ******
alright smartass but it doesn't show on my mobile preview on this post so not everyone can see it all the time ;)Helen ***********
@Tod ********
I used to admin a big group but most people don't notice it or look for it I don't think. Anyway, I couldn't be bothered to do this level of herding so good on you for not taking any shit.Joe ***********
Rather hard to miss
Tod *********
OPI addressed the fact that I am hard core, abrasive, coarse, terse abrupt and it can come off as rude. Unfortunately those are inherent character flaws in who/what I am, not something I just pretend to be on face book :O
Next to my name there is an icon like this which people who post on any f/b group should know means an admin or moderator of a group
Next to my name there is an icon like this which people who post on any f/b group should know means an admin or moderator of a group
Helen ***********
@JD ******
not something most people look for in my experience.Joe ***********
Beside his name it says Admin
Didwot *******
Thank you for all your hard work
@Tod ********
. You are so quick to respond to everyone's requests, and such a useful source of correct and up to date information. This group has no need and no space for people who want to moan or argue. I hope to meet you, and other admins, one day and buy you a few beers...
Biff *******
Tod is a very helpful person and excellent company. Contrary to the last part of this post, he's not an asshole in real life at all!
Or if he is, then I must be one as well and that's just, well, downright impossible! ;)
Or if he is, then I must be one as well and that's just, well, downright impossible! ;)
Keith **********
no comment
Mike ********
You’ve been very helpful to me.
Raymond **********
Lol
Brian ********
Fair play Tod. Your advice is accurate and also you step in when guessing and speculation abounds. Seen so many ranters on here be pulled up and set straight by you.
Joe ***********
The FB Block does not fully work in a FB Group IF the person blocked is an Admin. The Admin can still see you but you can't see the Admin.
Joe ***********
But few people know this
Adam **********
Don't **** with Tod Daniels
Andrew ***********
I completely understand and empathize with you. Am admin on another group. A lot of people don't realize all the crap you put up with especially people who hassle you in the background using the PM system.
Keith **********
So true
Tod *********
OPAnd in case no one noticed a poster known as Ben Pratt lipped off about me on this thread not once but twice :O
He is now no longer a member of the group ;)
He is now no longer a member of the group ;)
Peter *********
He's well named!
Allan ******
What else would you expect from a Pratt?
Keith **********
Well done, I saw his comments and was going to ask why you dont boot him, LOL
Jamila *********
How can the admin be blocked?
Richard *******
Always thought you were very reasonable
@Tod ********
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Thomas ********************
Agreed :)
Robert *******
I've send this in a message to the same person.
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