Sister to Sister

Registration

1. Does it cost anything to become a member of Sister to Sister's online community?

   No – registration for our community is absolutely free!

2. How do I sign up?

   To sign up to be a member of our community, click the Register link at the top of any page.

3. I've forgotten my password. How do I retrieve it?

   If you've forgotten your password, visit the Log In page and click the Forgot your password? link. Type in your email address and we'll send instructions to your email account.

4. How do I change my password?

   To change your password, click the "Edit my Account" link below your picture on your profile. Type in your new password and confirm it in the field below. You're all set!

5. Can I change the email address on my account after I register?

   Yes. To change your email address, click the "Edit my Account" link below your picture on your profile and enter your new email address on the next page.

Posting in the Community

1. How do I make a post or comment?

   At the bottom of forum topics, blog entries, and daily tips, you'll see a "Post a New Comment" form if you're logged in. Posting and commenting is a snap – just type what you want to say and click "Save" to post it. If you want to see what your comment will look like before you post it, click "Preview" instead.

2. How do I reply to another member's post or comment?

   If you want to reply to another member, click the "REPLY" link next to her comment.

3. Can I edit a post after I publish it?

   Yes. After you've posted a comment, you'll see an "EDIT" link below it. Click "EDIT," make your changes, and then click "Save" again.

4. Can I delete a post after I publish it?

   No – after you've posted a comment, it's out there for everyone to see, so be careful what you post! However, you can use the "Edit" feature if you want to make changes later.

5. How do I report abuse on the forums?

   If you believe that a comment or post is offensive, click the "FLAG AS OFFENSIVE" link next to it. This will bring it to the attention of our moderators, who will decide whether or not to allow it on the site.

My Profile

1. What is My Profile?

   The "My Profile" page is a place for other Sister to Sister members to see the picture you've provided and contact you privately.

2. How do I change my password and/or email address?

   See How do I change my password? and Can I change the email address on my account after I register?.

3. How do I add or change my profile picture?

   To add or change your profile picture, click the "Edit my Account" link on your profile. On that page, scroll down until you see the "Picture" section. To upload a picture, click "Browse" and select a picture from your computer.

Members

1. How can I find out more about a specific member?

   If you'd like to learn more about a member, click on the username next to her comment or forum post. This will take you to her profile page, where you'll be able to see the information she's chosen to share publicly.

2. How can I contact another member privately?

   You can send another Sister to Sister member a private message by visiting her profiles (see How can I find out more about a specific member? above) and clicking the "Contact this member" link beneath her picture. This will send a message to her email account.

   Please note: If you choose to contact another member using a private message, your email address will be displayed in the message she receives.

3. How do I find private messages sent to me from other members?

   Private messages sent to you from other members will appear in the email account associated with your Sister to Sister account.

4. How do I respond to a private message I received from another Sister to Sister member?

   To respond to a private message, reply to the message that appears in your email account.

   Please note: If you reply to this message, the reply will come from your email account, and the member who receives your reply will be able to see your email address.

Privacy

1. Does Sister to Sister distribute any of my member information?

   Sister to Sister respects your privacy and will never distribute any of your information. However, please be aware that any information you choose to include on your profile is public and may be seen by other members.

2. What information will be shared with other members of the community?

   Any information you share on your profile page or in your posts in the community will be seen by others. To protect your privacy, never post private or personally identifiable information in a public place.

Miscellaneous

1. What browsers do the Sister to Sister site and community support?

   The Sister to Sister site and community are best viewed in Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 3, or Firefox 2.

2. How can I contact Sister to Sister with questions, comments, or with additional feedback?

   You can contact the Sister to Sister team using the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of any page.