Multi-Mod Features for Screening Account Upgrades
We’ve been discussing internally whether the Multi-Mod features should be used to screen account upgrade requests. The idea is to streamline the process and ensure consistency. Here’s what I think we should focus on:
- Post Quality: This is the top priority. Check if the member has continued to contribute high-quality posts since their initial hosting application. Quality over quantity—look for thoughtful, helpful, and engaging content.
- Diverse Participation: Avoid members who stick to a single forum (e.g., The Vent) just to farm credits. We want active participants across various sections.
- Contribution to Xisto: Does the member’s posting benefit the community? This is open to interpretation, but generally, we look for constructive discussions, technical help, and positive engagement.
Topic Title Changes
BuffaloHELP mentioned that the Ci22 team is working on making the topic title reflect the specific request (e.g., “Upgrade Request” instead of “Application”). This is a great idea—it would reduce confusion and make the queue easier to manage. Hopefully, this feature will roll out by the end of summer.
Modern 2026 Trends & Best Practices
In 2026, many communities use automated scoring systems to evaluate post quality. For example, integrating a simple reputation algorithm that weighs post length, helpfulness ratings, and forum diversity can help flag candidates. However, manual review remains essential for nuance. We should also consider a checklist for moderators:
- Member has been active for at least 3 months since last upgrade.
- Posts are spread across at least 3 different forums.
- No recent warnings or infractions.
- Member has provided technical help or started valuable discussions.
Let’s keep the conversation going—what other criteria do you use?