Dear person who is very angry we removed one of your posts,
We get it. You disagreed about the removal of one of your posts under Rule 2 - lock in use. Your lock was attached to or securing something, and it was taken down. As a result, you have decided to report every single post where a lock shackle has something on it, including the keys to the lock, as rule 2.
Just be aware that every time you do this, we report you for report abuse. Eventually reddit will close your account. Stop being pedantic, you are not changing anyone's mind about how we enforce the rule. It only takes us a second to clear your report, and then report you. Own your mistake and just move on with your life.
We do not facilitate illegal or inappropriate activities, which includes picking locks that are not owned by you. Also, be sure that you are familiar with any legal issues for your state or country.
Though asking for assistance in regards to how to open a lock is permitted and encouraged, the lock must not be in use. Posts seeking assistance opening a lock that is implied to be, or is visibly in use (eg. a deadbolt still attached to a door, a padlock with anything secured by a closed shackle, or a closed lockbox) will be deleted. Posting about picking or having picked locks in use is not allowed even if they are your own.
Rule of thumb, lock is "in use" if installed or securing anything.
We do not provide emergency assistance for opening locks. These violations also generally violate our no "in use" locks rule.
Hate speech, bigotry, and personal attacks are not allowed.
Posts must stay on topic. Off topic content will be removed at our discretion.
Off topic includes posts asking for lock recommendations, evidence of a lock being picked, and anything not having to do directly with locksport.
No stock photos on picking advice threads in an attempt to circumvent Rule 2.
As some users have demonstrated an inability to discuss this in a productive way, posts about broken tools or equipment will be removed.
This is primarily to address posts commenting on the quality of products (or lack there of) contributing to their breaking.
r/lockpicking is a subreddit to discuss topics and build a community around a skill, low effort posts and memes take away from that spirit. Including but not limited to photos of keys, Memes, etc
Posts must only contain locksport items and please refrain from excessive posting. For larger or more frequent posts, please consider the #lock-bazaar channel on the LPU Discord server. Posts must be from individuals who are active in the community. Spam, commercial advertising, as well as fraudulent and unrelated posts will be removed at the discretion of the moderation team.
Absolutely no astroturfing.
Astroturfing is the practice of masking the sponsors of a message or organization to make it appear as though it originates from and is supported by grassroots participants. It is a practice intended to give the statements or organizations credibility by withholding information about the source's financial connection.
Contact a Mod if you would like to promote your sub.
If you don't know whether or not your post will break the rules, ask a Staff member. If you disagree with a rule or mod action please discuss it in a reasonably civil way and, ideally, a constructive one.
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