<![CDATA[Sinisterly - Announcements]]> https://sinister.ly/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:39:12 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Back Online - FAQ Thread]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-FAQ-Thread Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:27:09 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-FAQ-Thread Back Online / FAQ Thread
I've created this thread to explain my plans and answer questions about the forum's return.

If you have any questions for me, feel free to drop them below. Happy to answer.


"What happened to the site?"

If you don't know who I am, I ran Sinisterly for roughly 12-13 years. I sold the forum around 2024-2025. Under the new owner, it was shut down and remained offline for about a year. Whether it was due to neglect or abuse complaints, I happened to reacquire the domain for a very small amount at auction.


"What are your plans for the site?"

My goal is to bring back the site in a more sustainable form, preserve old content, and prevent misuse. Many forums have been shut down over the past five years. Registrar and legal crackdowns have become more common, which is likely why the domain went to auction. I've discussed some of my thoughts on this in the Discord and I'll probably make a thread later.

My plan is to allow freedom of speech and discussion that may otherwise be censored. However, the internet has changed, and there must be a balance.


"What happened to my account/posts?"

All posts, upgrades, and data through February 2025 are preserved. Only Private Messages and a couple of sections have been removed. If you joined after February 2025, you may need to re-register. I have spoken a decent amount with the previous owner since my return. I will try to honor upgrades and work with anyone who joined after February 2025. However, it will be on a case-by-case basis and I offer no guarantees. As always, my PMs are open.

We'll still allow most content, but I will continue to lead with the policies I had in place before I sold. My goal is for us to find a balance while remaining online. We will still be hosted offshore, but I will be stricter on certain content.


"What will Sinisterly 2.0 allow?"

I would like to see the forum focus on the positive things we've brought to the internet. I never liked the commercialization of data or fraud. Our rules against those things are likely why we remained online for so long.

Discussion of exploits and proof of concept will be allowed. Crime as a service will not be allowed.


Long Live Sinisterly!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Back Online / FAQ Thread
I've created this thread to explain my plans and answer questions about the forum's return.

If you have any questions for me, feel free to drop them below. Happy to answer.


"What happened to the site?"

If you don't know who I am, I ran Sinisterly for roughly 12-13 years. I sold the forum around 2024-2025. Under the new owner, it was shut down and remained offline for about a year. Whether it was due to neglect or abuse complaints, I happened to reacquire the domain for a very small amount at auction.


"What are your plans for the site?"

My goal is to bring back the site in a more sustainable form, preserve old content, and prevent misuse. Many forums have been shut down over the past five years. Registrar and legal crackdowns have become more common, which is likely why the domain went to auction. I've discussed some of my thoughts on this in the Discord and I'll probably make a thread later.

My plan is to allow freedom of speech and discussion that may otherwise be censored. However, the internet has changed, and there must be a balance.


"What happened to my account/posts?"

All posts, upgrades, and data through February 2025 are preserved. Only Private Messages and a couple of sections have been removed. If you joined after February 2025, you may need to re-register. I have spoken a decent amount with the previous owner since my return. I will try to honor upgrades and work with anyone who joined after February 2025. However, it will be on a case-by-case basis and I offer no guarantees. As always, my PMs are open.

We'll still allow most content, but I will continue to lead with the policies I had in place before I sold. My goal is for us to find a balance while remaining online. We will still be hosted offshore, but I will be stricter on certain content.


"What will Sinisterly 2.0 allow?"

I would like to see the forum focus on the positive things we've brought to the internet. I never liked the commercialization of data or fraud. Our rules against those things are likely why we remained online for so long.

Discussion of exploits and proof of concept will be allowed. Crime as a service will not be allowed.


Long Live Sinisterly!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> <![CDATA[Back Online - Happy 14th Birthday, Sinisterly!]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-Happy-14th-Birthday-Sinisterly Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:21:25 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-Happy-14th-Birthday-Sinisterly Back Online / Happy 14th Birthday, Sinisterly!
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It's been a while. I reacquired the forum and it is now back online. This week also marks the forum's 14th birthday. I originally started the forum August 18th, 2012. I'd like to thank everyone that's decided to return, despite my absence. Seeing all the old members pour into the Discord has been a welcome surprise. I plan to do some giveaways this week, but have been super busy getting the forum back up and running. Expect an extended but perhaps delayed celebration.

As we head into the 15th year, I'd like to give thanks to everyone who's posted, upgraded, or simply bought ads from us in the past. I'd also like to pay respects to @mothered, @phyrrus9, and @Reiko. I wanted to do a big list, but there are simply too many people that helped shape the forum.


Questions and Answers:

If you're wondering why the forum was down, what happened, or what my plans are - I'll be answering questions in the thread here:
https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-FAQ-Thread


Long Live Sinisterly!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Back Online / Happy 14th Birthday, Sinisterly!
[Image: rip98Ii.png]


It's been a while. I reacquired the forum and it is now back online. This week also marks the forum's 14th birthday. I originally started the forum August 18th, 2012. I'd like to thank everyone that's decided to return, despite my absence. Seeing all the old members pour into the Discord has been a welcome surprise. I plan to do some giveaways this week, but have been super busy getting the forum back up and running. Expect an extended but perhaps delayed celebration.

As we head into the 15th year, I'd like to give thanks to everyone who's posted, upgraded, or simply bought ads from us in the past. I'd also like to pay respects to @mothered, @phyrrus9, and @Reiko. I wanted to do a big list, but there are simply too many people that helped shape the forum.


Questions and Answers:

If you're wondering why the forum was down, what happened, or what my plans are - I'll be answering questions in the thread here:
https://sinister.ly/Thread-Back-Online-FAQ-Thread


Long Live Sinisterly!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> <![CDATA[Stricter Policies Going Forward]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Stricter-Policies-Going-Forward Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:25:48 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Stricter-Policies-Going-Forward Stricter Policies Going Forward
With the recent seizures, I've decided the tighten our policies/enforcement around what we allow. I've been at odds with certain content for awhile, but due to limited staff it has become difficult to moderate. While most of the things below were already off limits, we will have a "zero tolerance" policy going forward. This means 1 warning, then ban.

Not Allowed:
  • Fraud
  • Refund services
  • Logs
  • Stolen accounts
  • Combo Lists
  • Databases

If someone else is interested in administrating differently, I am open to selling the forum. You know how to reach me.


Long Live Sinisterly
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Stricter Policies Going Forward
With the recent seizures, I've decided the tighten our policies/enforcement around what we allow. I've been at odds with certain content for awhile, but due to limited staff it has become difficult to moderate. While most of the things below were already off limits, we will have a "zero tolerance" policy going forward. This means 1 warning, then ban.

Not Allowed:
  • Fraud
  • Refund services
  • Logs
  • Stolen accounts
  • Combo Lists
  • Databases

If someone else is interested in administrating differently, I am open to selling the forum. You know how to reach me.


Long Live Sinisterly
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> <![CDATA[Advertising/Stickies]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Advertising-Stickies Wed, 29 Sep 2021 07:30:14 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Advertising-Stickies Advertising/Stickies
We sell advertisements (header/footer), and stickies (per section). If you're looking for a way to grow your business/brand and would like to support the site, we can help.

To contact me:
This service is payable via all major cryptocurrencies (BTC, BCH, ETH, etc.).

Advertisements:

Advertisement TypePriceNumber of SlotsExample
Thread Sticky ❤️$90/month [+$45 for Effects]UnlimitedExample
Side Pane (Rotating) ❤️$90/monthMaximum: 3Example
Header + Footer (Rotating) ❤️$150/monthMaximum: 5, Per SlotExample
Header + Footer (Dedicated, Static)$600/monthMaximum: 2Example
Board Message$400/monthMaximum: 4 Example

Some Notes:
  • Recommended resolution for header/footer banner ads is 450x75 (can assist).
  • Recommended resolution for side panel ads is 250x75 (can assist).
  • Discounts available on purchases of >3 months.
  • We do not advertise anything involving cards/banks/SSNs. (Ask me if you're uncertain!)

Contact me for traffic estimations or recommendations. Pricing is negotiable and dependent on niche.


Thanks for your support.
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Advertising/Stickies
We sell advertisements (header/footer), and stickies (per section). If you're looking for a way to grow your business/brand and would like to support the site, we can help.

To contact me:
This service is payable via all major cryptocurrencies (BTC, BCH, ETH, etc.).

Advertisements:

Advertisement TypePriceNumber of SlotsExample
Thread Sticky ❤️$90/month [+$45 for Effects]UnlimitedExample
Side Pane (Rotating) ❤️$90/monthMaximum: 3Example
Header + Footer (Rotating) ❤️$150/monthMaximum: 5, Per SlotExample
Header + Footer (Dedicated, Static)$600/monthMaximum: 2Example
Board Message$400/monthMaximum: 4 Example

Some Notes:
  • Recommended resolution for header/footer banner ads is 450x75 (can assist).
  • Recommended resolution for side panel ads is 250x75 (can assist).
  • Discounts available on purchases of >3 months.
  • We do not advertise anything involving cards/banks/SSNs. (Ask me if you're uncertain!)

Contact me for traffic estimations or recommendations. Pricing is negotiable and dependent on niche.


Thanks for your support.
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> <![CDATA[Custom Awards & Group Changes]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Custom-Awards-Group-Changes Fri, 06 Aug 2021 03:14:43 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Custom-Awards-Group-Changes Custom Awards & Group Changes
You can now purchase Custom Awards on the site. Custom Awards will show up under the "Usermade" category under our current award system. As more come into existence the price will likely be raised. Official site awards have a border around them, to differentiate. Information on buying Custom Awards can be found here.

Spoiler:
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In addition, we're scrapping the tiering system for groups. Groups will be priced at the Tier 3 price. Group information can be found here.


Enjoy!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Custom Awards & Group Changes
You can now purchase Custom Awards on the site. Custom Awards will show up under the "Usermade" category under our current award system. As more come into existence the price will likely be raised. Official site awards have a border around them, to differentiate. Information on buying Custom Awards can be found here.

Spoiler:
[Image: vVcEMZv.png]
[Image: ewq4dhy.png]


In addition, we're scrapping the tiering system for groups. Groups will be priced at the Tier 3 price. Group information can be found here.


Enjoy!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> <![CDATA[Rules]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Rules Sat, 15 Sep 2012 03:44:29 +0000 Oni]]> https://sinister.ly/Thread-Rules Forum Rules
TL;DR: Read the rules or get banned.
The forum rules are listed in the Help section currently.
You must read these rules before posting. If you don't, you risk getting banned if you break a rule.


[ Accessing the Rules ]

Click the link or find the link at the top of the forum labelled "Help."
"I didn't read the rules" is by no means an excuse. This is your warning guys.


Have a great day!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]> Forum Rules
TL;DR: Read the rules or get banned.
The forum rules are listed in the Help section currently.
You must read these rules before posting. If you don't, you risk getting banned if you break a rule.


[ Accessing the Rules ]

Click the link or find the link at the top of the forum labelled "Help."
"I didn't read the rules" is by no means an excuse. This is your warning guys.


Have a great day!
If you have any questions or concerns, message me or post below.]]>