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I am a Wikipedia:administrator since July 5, 2004. I first contributed to Wikipedia in April of 2001 (oldest edits lost in early software upgrades). My first edit with my username appears to be on April 26. I have been active on a number of online projects - active and passive (SETI@Home, Distributed Proofreaders, Mars crater labeling, Stardust@Home, Folding@Home on the Wikipedia team: Team page, etc.)


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Edits 61485
Edits+Deleted 64840
Pages deleted 3958
Revisions deleted 14
Pages restored 30
Pages protected 80
Pages unprotected 9
Protections modified 23
Users blocked 101
Users reblocked 1
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Immediate requests Entries
Candidates for speedy deletion as attack pages 0
Wikipedians looking for help 0
Requests for unblock 71
Wikipedia semi-protected edit requests 104
Wikipedia extended-confirmed-protected edit requests 76
Wikipedia template-protected edit requests 10
Wikipedia fully protected edit requests 2
Wikipedia conflict of interest edit requests 29
Requested RD1 redactions 1
Candidates for speedy deletion as copyright violations 1
Candidates for speedy deletion 14
Open sockpuppet investigations 39
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Candidates for speedy deletion Entries
Attack pages 0
Copyright violations 1
Hoaxes 1
Vandalism 0
User requested 6
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Requests for page protection


Current requests for increase in protection level

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Request protection of a page, or increasing the protection level

Place requests for new or upgrading pending changes, semi-protection, full protection, move protection, create protection, template editor protection, or upload protection at the BOTTOM of this section. Check the archive of fulfilled and denied requests or, failing that, the page history if you cannot find your request. Only recently answered requests are still listed here.


Temporary semi-protection: Persistent vandalism – Duelling nationalist IPs. CMD (talk) 06:45, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:41, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protection: Persistent disruptive editing – Article is continously being created despite a recent deletion discussion. (Note: there is an ongoing WP:RfD for this page title, which is why WP:CSD#G4 is not being requested at this time. SSSB (talk) 06:58, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Persistent IP vandalism (transfer rumors machine) BlameRuiner (talk) 07:05, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protected for a period of 4 days, after which the page will be automatically unprotected. Less Unless (talk) 18:59, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Persistent IP vandalism (transfer rumors) BlameRuiner (talk) 07:06, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Most of the IP edits recently have been disruptive and unconstructive. ♦IanMacM♦ (talk to me) 07:55, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Violations of the biographies of living persons policy. Repeatedly similar edits (by IP/newly registered users since December last year) for rumors regarding personal life which has been debunked by multiple sources. Also requesting for indefinite pending changes protection. (Some of the changes:1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) MSLQr (talk) 12:13, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent vandalism. — GhostInTheMachine talk to me 13:03, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Indefinite extended confirmed protection: Directly related to WP:PIA. There is no point in telling the non-EC editors (via a notice) that they can't edit the article while allowing them to do so. M.Bitton (talk) 13:20, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Extended confirmed protected indefinitely. Fathoms Below (talk) 17:32, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: The Wikipedia page for Bleona, an Albanian singer and entertainer, has been subjected to frequent edits and vandalism over the years, leading to concerns about the accuracy of the information presented. Due to the nature of Wikipedia being an open-source platform where anyone can contribute, there have been instances where individuals have deliberately changed key facts or introduced incorrect details, sometimes to mislead fans or tarnish the artist's reputation. These edits may include fabricated information or exaggerated claims, which can distort the public’s perception of Bleona's career and personal life.

The protection of the Bleona Wikipedia page has become necessary to prevent further harm caused by such misinformation. By restricting editing access to trusted contributors, Wikipedia can better ensure that the information about Bleona remains accurate and reliable. This protection helps safeguard fans from being misled and ensures that the page reflects the true nature of her achievements and contributions to music and entertainment. Given the high potential for misinformation on celebrity pages, such protective measures are critical for maintaining the integrity of Wikipedia as a resource and preventing the spread of false narratives that can damage public figures' reputations. Brajan shkembi (talk) 13:31, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:49, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protection: Persistent disruptive editing – Persistent problematic edits by brand new users. HistoryofIran (talk) 13:38, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:56, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent vandalism – Not a single constructive edit for months. Myrealnamm's Alternate Account (talk) 13:49, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:56, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent vandalism – Not a single constructive edit from anons and new users since July. Myrealnamm's Alternate Account (talk) 13:51, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:57, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent sockpuppetry – LTA target. Leonidlednev (TCL) 14:59, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protected for a period of ten days, after which the page will be automatically unprotected. Dr vulpes (Talk) 18:29, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Constant vandalism Afus199620 (talk) 15:04, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. Bbb23 (talk) 16:57, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protection: Persistent vandalism – Under attack by Piermark. Filmssssssssssss (talk) 15:04, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

User(s) blocked: GUAN YIN CITTA XIN LING FA MEN PRATO (talk · contribs) blocked by Favonian. Fathoms Below (talk) 17:09, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent sockpuppetry – LTA target. Leonidlednev (TCL) 15:13, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protected for a period of 10 days, after which the page will be automatically unprotected. Fathoms Below (talk) 18:10, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Temporary semi-protection: Persistent sockpuppetry – LTA target. Leonidlednev (TCL) 15:13, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Semi-protected for a period of one week, after which the page will be automatically unprotected. Dr vulpes (Talk) 18:28, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: The Wikipedia page for Bleona, an Albanian - American singer and entertainer, has been subjected to frequent edits and vandalism over the years, leading to concerns about the accuracy of the information presented. Due to the nature of Wikipedia being an open-source platform where anyone can contribute, there have been instances where individuals have deliberately changed key facts or introduced incorrect details, sometimes to mislead fans or tarnish the artist's reputation. These edits may include fabricated information or exaggerated claims, which can distort the public’s perception of Bleona's career and personal life.

The protection of the Bleona Wikipedia page has become necessary to prevent further harm caused by such misinformation. By restricting editing access to trusted contributors, Wikipedia can better ensure that the information about Bleona remains accurate and reliable. This protection helps safeguard fans from being misled and ensures that the page reflects the true nature of her achievements and contributions to music and entertainment. Given the high potential for misinformation on celebrity pages, such protective measures are critical for maintaining the integrity of Wikipedia as a resource and preventing the spread of false narratives that can damage public figures' reputations. Brajan shkembi (talk) 15:27, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Declined – Not enough recent disruptive activity to justify protection. --Ahecht (TALK
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16:00, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Sockpuppetry. HorrorLover555 (talk) 15:38, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

User(s) blocked: Dave Navarro is the Former Member again (talk · contribs) blocked by ScottishFinnishRadish. Previous disruptive edit was over two months ago. --Ahecht (TALK
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16:02, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Over the past week, there has been repeated disruption/vandalism. Some of the accounts are sock puppets. Netherzone (talk) 18:30, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Current requests for reduction in protection level

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Reason:Article is in a poorly written state and barely gets meaningful contributions since it was last protected. No signs of disruptive editing for a long time either.Axedd (talk) 14:45, 6 December 2024 (UTC)

@Axedd: Is the long-term abuser that caused the article to be ECP'd still active on other articles? —Jéské Couriano v^_^v threads critiques 16:46, 6 December 2024 (UTC)
Last time this specific user was active was 4 years ago according to his case page. I believe another sock caused this page to locked over an year ago for edit warring, but they weren't solely interested in this particular page. Axedd (talk) 16:52, 6 December 2024 (UTC)
The case page is not a reliable indicator of if an LTA is active or not, especially if they're reveling in the attention. —Jéské Couriano v^_^v threads critiques 08:28, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
Pinging @Yamaguchi先生 --Ahecht (TALK
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Thank you Axedd for being in touch and Jéské for the ping. Axedd, you are already able to edit this article in the currently protected state. For context, there have been over 18 different page protections applied over the years due to long term abuse, block evasion, and persistent disruption in general. In light of this, was there any specific reason that you're looking to see this page unprotected? Regards, Yamaguchi先生 (talk) 23:34, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: The article was protected back in 2010, when protecting standards were far lower. I believe it's now ready to go unprotected, Cheers. 50.100.53.53 (talk) 04:02, 7 December 2024 (UTC)

I'm willing to try unprotection after 14 years of indef protection, unless Courcelles objects. – Muboshgu (talk) 21:39, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: The protection is no longer necessary because i believe that the metaverse is now less associated with crypto and the blockchain - especially after the rise of spatial computing. 67.209.128.24 (talk) 15:46, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Suggested action: Lower to WP:WHITELOCK/WP:PCPP to prevent disruptive editing from cryptospammers while still allowing for broader contribution from legitimate editors (especially IPs like me). Otherwise, if no cryptospam is expected, remove protection completely. 67.209.128.24 (talk) 15:51, 8 December 2024 (UTC)
Pinging @El C. --Ahecht (TALK
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16:19, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Reason: Not everything from the Middle East/Canaan/Israel/Palestine is related to the conflict. Heyaaaaalol (talk) 05:28, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

@Heyaaaaalol: For what it is worth, it was protected unilaterally for one year (the maximum allowed for unilateral actions), per an RfPP request that was initially only asking for a semi. This cannot be unprotected here, but if you want to contest it with it being three weeks away from the protection lapsing, take it to User talk:Daniel Quinlan or to WP:Arbitration/Requests/Enforcement. —Jéské Couriano v^_^v threads critiques 08:23, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Unprotection: No longer necessary. Protected for pseudo-salting, but now Tim Sheehy (American politician) already exists. CX Zoom[he/him] (let's talk • {CX}) 15:24, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Unprotected * Pppery * it has begun... 17:32, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Current requests for edits to a protected page

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This, I think, is the first time I've made a suggestion. Hopefully, I'm doing this correctly.

The lateral fricative voiced retroflex, as an example, has an IPA representation of ɖɭ˔ according to its Wikipedia page, but the IPA Pulmonic table and other tables use the Unicode representation in the table and any font I have found just doesn't handle that character,

Would it be better to use the IPA representation which I think many fonts handle since the table has 'IPA' in its title and its link points to the Wikipedia page with both representations? The linked article each cell in the table states that the representation the IPA version and that the Unicode character is implied from that.

I'd be happy to make a list of each table and cell where this occurs if that is necessary and you think these will be worthwhile changes. BLWBebopKid (talk) 19:51, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Pinging @Kwamikagami as they are likely to have some insight to these issues. For me personally, I'm not sure. I happen to have fonts installed that handle the extIPA symbols, but I'm in the stark minority there. Remsense ‥  01:46, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
ExtIPA is IPA. It's just a specialized subset. For example, extIPA can be used in the 'Illustrations of the IPA' published in JIPA.
The issue is one of font support. The letters in question date to 2015, though they weren't added to Unicode until 2021. There are websites that list fonts that support various characters. These are supported by the SIL fonts, which are the best free IPA fonts available. If you don't have a good font installed, you're not going to be able to view IPA correctly anyway. That's why we have the IPA notice in articles, that you may need to install an IPA font to view the article properly. — kwami (talk) 05:32, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Remove Category:American children's animated comedy television series and add Category:2000s American comic science fiction television series and Category:2010s American comic science fiction television series to the article. 200.73.92.111 (talk) 13:29, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

  • Automated comment: This user who requested protection has been blocked from editing Wikipedia.—cyberbot ITalk to my owner:Online 17:46, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Add Category:British English-language television shows to the article, as this show is British and originally in English. 200.73.92.111 (talk) 13:34, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

I'd argue it may actually be better to put Category:Bob the Builder under that category, as two other Bob the Builder series are in that category. —Jéské Couriano v^_^v threads critiques 17:09, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
  • Automated comment: This user who requested protection has been blocked from editing Wikipedia.—cyberbot ITalk to my owner:Online 17:46, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Handled requests

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A historical archive of previous protection requests can be found at Wikipedia:Requests for page protection/Archive.

Protected edit requests

2 protected edit requests
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Brianna Wu (request) 2024-12-07 19:13 Fully protected (log) Protected by Courcelles on 2023-06-24: "Arbitration enforcement"
Pushpa 2: The Rule (request) 2024-12-10 16:47 Fully protected, expires 2024-12-13 at 16:12:49 UTC (log) Modified by Isabelle Belato on 2024-12-09: "Edit warring / content dispute; requested at WP:RfPP"
Updated as needed. Last updated: 16:48, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
10 template-protected edit requests
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Template:Designation (request) 2024-12-03 05:23 Template-protected (log) Modified by WOSlinker on 2013-10-19: "allow template editors to modify"
Template:Chem2 (request) 2024-12-03 23:08 Template-protected (log) Modified by Oshwah on 2021-08-18: "High risk template."
Module:Authority control/config (request) 2024-12-05 20:48 Template-protected (log) Modified by Favonian on 2022-12-25: "High-risk Lua module: requested at WP:RFPP"
Template:Nihongo (request) 2024-12-06 16:47 Template-protected (log) Modified by Mr. Stradivarius on 2014-11-26: "Highly visible template: allow template editors"
Template:Expand language (request) 2024-12-07 12:31 Template-protected (log) Modified by Anomie on 2013-11-17: "Allow templateeditors to edit, per WT:RFPP#Mass protection lowering from "sysop" to "editprotected" (script-assisted edit)"
Template:Infobox organization (request) 2024-12-07 23:32 Template-protected (log) Protected by Wugapodes on 2020-04-12: "Highly visible template: Restore protection after undeletion"
Template:Draft article (request) 2024-12-08 09:00 Template-protected (log) Protected by Gogo Dodo on 2015-05-02: "Highly visible template"
Template:Tracked/styles.css (request) 2024-12-09 11:39 Template-protected (log) Protected by Izno on 2021-02-17: "Highly visible template: match parent"
Template:Country data Syria (request) 2024-12-09 17:46 Template-protected (log) Modified by WOSlinker on 2013-10-19: "allow template editors to modify"
Template:Editnotices/Page/2024 United States presidential election (request) 2024-12-10 03:35 Title blacklist (log) Matching line: Template:Editnotices\/.* <noedit|errmsg=titleblacklist-custom-editnotice>
Updated as needed. Last updated: 18:02, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

WP:PERM

Requests for autopatrolled

Autopatrolled

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User:Pbritti told me to. Apparently I qualify, and I've been cranking out a decent number of articled recently. Been editing Wikipedia on and off since 2009, been editing more regularly for the last year or two. Been a rollbacker and pending changes reviewer for almost 12 years. I created one GA and have taken two articles from being just a few sentences to GA status, a few more nominations in the pipeline. ~Darth StabroTalk  Contribs 02:51, 4 December 2024 (UTC)

Stating my support here. Encouraged him to seek this. He's told me about his plans for future articles and they seem to involve careful research up to GNG standards. His recent work has passed through GA and DYK, so quality is there. ~ Pbritti (talk) 02:56, 4 December 2024 (UTC)

During the temporary stint granted as autopatrolled, I have created over 100 pages following the suggestions of the admin. Have been consistently adding relevant WikiProject templates, stub tags, categories, and incoming links to them. Have also started using Rater and StubSorter. Trying to strengthen myself with Wikipedia's core content policies by regular reading. Requesting extension... Davidindia (talk) 09:25, 5 December 2024 (UTC)

 Automated comment This user was granted temporary autopatrolled rights by Schwede66 (expires 00:00, 15 December 2024 (UTC)). MusikBot talk 21:10, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I have created 40 articles out of which 2 are deleted with a total edits of 2680, as of now. I also found myself listed in Wikipedia:Database reports/Editors eligible for Autopatrol privilege. I promise, it'll be worth if I'm given the Autopatrolled privilege. Thanks, Hoping for a positive response. Taabii (talk) 15:12, 7 December 2024 (UTC)

I'm sorry but the two deletions at AfD mean that your creations will have to be review for at least another year or so.  Not done. – Joe (talk) 19:06, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
@Joe Roe Thanks for the response. Taabii (talk) 17:48, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Created 69 articles, new creations do not appear to require patrolling. * Pppery * it has begun... 05:47, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

I, Indonesiainfo24, hereby request to be granted the Autopatrolled status on Wikipedia. I have been actively contributing to the creation and maintenance of articles on Wikipedia, and I always strive to adhere to the guidelines and policies in place, including neutrality, verifiability, and article quality standards.

The reasons I am requesting this status are as follows:

  • I have contributed to articles that have been published, making improvements and adding relevant information.
  • I am familiar with the guidelines for good and proper writing on Wikipedia.
  • I have not engaged in vandalism or any other violations of Wikipedia's policies.

I hope my request will be considered, and I am committed to continuing my contributions in a manner that aligns with Wikipedia’s guidelines.

Thank you for your attention and the opportunity.

Sincerely, Indonesiainfo24 it has begun... 13:21, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

 Automated comment This user has created roughly 5 articles. MusikBot talk 13:30, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
 Not done No LLM-generated permission requests. * Pppery * it has begun... 15:37, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
Requests for AutoWikiBrowser access

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I want to get into the swing of helping out in more ways other than RCP/PCP. Manually editing each article can only do so much. This would be handy to have. Synorem (talk) 06:14, 13 November 2024 (UTC)

Do you have any specific task in mind for this? * Pppery * it has begun... 21:58, 17 November 2024 (UTC)
Particularly for tasks like fixing broken templates and adding article-improvement templates. Since I frequently go through hundreds of articles a day via Huggle, AWB would help by allowing me to quickly add these templates without having to manually search for them and copy-paste them into each article. A recent issue that comes to mind was dealing with a few instances of {{cn}} spam, as seen here and here. This would help clear up stuff like this. Synorem (talk) 03:32, 18 November 2024 (UTC)
 Done * Pppery * it has begun... 04:45, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Perform article maintenance on date formats, typos, etc. ~Darth StabroTalk  Contribs 18:53, 30 November 2024 (UTC)

 Done * Pppery * it has begun... 04:45, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I would like to request access to AutoWikiBrowser to assist with minor edits, formatting, and other repetitive tasks. –𝐎𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐥 𝐐𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢 ʕʘ̅͜ʘ̅ʔ 02:48, 3 December 2024 (UTC)

 Done * Pppery * it has begun... 04:45, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I need to distribute barnstars for the November 2024 Unreferenced article Backlog drive and was advised that this was the best way to do it. (See discussion on Backlog drive Talk page.) Cielquiparle (talk) 04:34, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

 Done * Pppery * it has begun... 15:38, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
Requesting a swap of my AWB perms to User:Synorem (AWB). This is a legitimate alternate account specifically for AWB tasks as to prevent edit count inflation on my main account. Synorem (talk) 18:02, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
Requests for confirmation

Confirmed

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Hi! Could I please have confirmed on this account? It'd be useful for testing the upload wizard without the various settings I have on my main account. Thanks, Mdaniels5757's sock (talk) 04:43, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

 Done for four days. (In response to the question in the edit summary: autoconfirmed is based off of when the account was attached to en-wiki, which was only just now even though it was created globally last year.) Extraordinary Writ (talk) 04:56, 8 December 2024 (UTC)
Ah, I thought I had attached it here before. Guess not. Thanks! — Mdaniels5757 (talk • contribs) 16:59, 8 December 2024 (UTC)
There are no outstanding requests for the extended confirmed flag.

Extended confirmed

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Requests for new page reviewer

New page reviewer

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I see that there is a large backlog, so I would like to help reduce it, especially the redirects, as I have more experience with them. I have not created any articles, but I have read the tutorials for NPR and related pages, so I will not make any unintentional (or intentional) detrimental edits. I am familiar with WP:BLAR, WP:PROD and WP:AfD, and have behaved civilly with other editors. DoctorWhoFan91 (talk) 11:20, 3 December 2024 (UTC)

Typically we would hope for a bit more experience, but I've liked what I've seen from you.  Done for a two-month trial, thank you for volunteering. Hey man im josh (talk) 19:43, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I have been editing Wikipedia for nearly 10 years with over 1000 edits, with 32 live articles primarily (yes, mistakenly got a copyright report for an article) focusing on topic elated to asian audio visual and the institute in Bangladesh.

Thank you for considering my request. UzbukUdash (talk) 06:49, 4 December 2024 (UTC)

 Automated comment This user has had 1 request for new page reviewer declined in the past 90 days ([1]). MusikBot talk 21:10, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
 Not done, having reviewed your participation at AfD, I'm not seeing any clear indication that you understand the relevant policies, guidelines, and discussion norms. signed, Rosguill talk 17:36, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

I would like to become an NPR to help reduce the work, I regularly intervene on drafts and edit them to format them and put banners or comments to advise the creator on the steps to follow so that this draft becomes eligible, in the case that it is possible. I know the rules of Wikipedia and the essential points determining if an article is eligible or not. I see drafts being submitted but they are clearly not ready to be accepted and unfortunately I can't do anything at this time. SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 15:24, 5 December 2024 (UTC) SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 15:24, 5 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you for your interest in this permission. However, I'm concerned that your AfD participation is largely limited to pile-on votes at this time and is not indicative of sufficient understanding of relevant policies and guidelines. Some of the reasoning and wording of these !votes is further concerning (e.g. at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Ryan Cordeiro, Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Januário Jesus).  Not done signed, Rosguill talk 17:42, 10 December 2024 (UTC)


I'm requesting new page reviewer rights.

Hello I'm TyphoonAmpil. I'm meet all minimum requirements. I'm over 45+ AfC reviews and 5+ Accepted drafts. I'm adding tags {{orphan}} and {{uncategorized}} tags. I'm created 4 articles named Tropical Storm Maria (2024), Typhoon Ampil (2024), Typhoon Shanshan (2024), Typhoon Krathon. ~🌀 Ampil 💬 / 📝 04:54, 6 December 2024 (UTC)

 Done for 1 month as a trial run, after which you may reapply. signed, Rosguill talk 17:43, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

As a current pending changes reviewer, I would like to request the new page reviewer permission. I believe that I can review new pages, fact-check them, and help reduce creation vandalism. Z. Patterson (talk) 20:15, 7 December 2024 (UTC)

 Not done: I'm not seeing the experience needed for this permission (see point 2 of WP:NPPCRITERIA). Getting more involved in the deletion process is one good way to get this sort of experience. Extraordinary Writ (talk) 02:02, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Help out with the backlog. Well informed on content policies and guidelines. Fairly steady AfD participation history (looking past the big ugly chunk of "speedy keep" on my AfD history from a few hours ago, where I AfD'd a set of related articles but then decided to withdraw and WP:BLAR them instead.) ~~~~ RachelTensions (talk) 03:42, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you for volunteering,  Done for a 2-month trial. You are encouraged to re-apply roughly a week before the permission is set to expire. Hey man im josh (talk) 19:44, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Requesting NPR rights; Nearly 2700 total live edits. While I am familiar with AfC and article creation (three articles under my name, working on a fourth), I am admittedly not terribly familiar with AfD, PROD, or CSD. However, I am reading and re-reading these pages to familiarize myself. I believe I have a favorable history of interaction. I've been on Wikipedia for over a decade, and I have absorbed much, though I still have a significant amount to learn; that being said, I wish to become more active and more directly-involved. No behavioral blocks or 3RR violations. I commit to 'patrol' on a voluntary basis and to avoid conflicts of interest. Thank you for your time and consideration! MWFwiki (talk) 03:28, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Thanks for volunteering, MWFwiki. Looking at AfCstats, unless there's a mistake there, it doesn't look like you've reviewed any AfC articles? And as far as article creation goes, we're really looking for something more in the range of 25+ creations You don't have to do them all, but even from someone with your experience we need to see some prior experience in at least one of the areas mentioned under point 2 of WP:NPRCRITERIA before granting this right, sorry –  Not done for the bot. Please do consider giving WP:AFC reviewing a go. – Joe (talk) 07:56, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
Sure, thing! Thank you :-) MWFwiki (talk) 10:28, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I believe I meet all of the NPP criteria. I have experience at AFD, having a lifetime match rate of around 80%, and have been a reviewer at AFC as well. I don't believe I have any other significant issues. I wish to gain this right in order to help with the backlog of new pages needing review, both in order to help the community and to gain more experience. Magneton Considerer: Pokelego999 (Talk) (Contribs) 14:21, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you for volunteering,  Done for a 2-month trial. You are encouraged to re-apply roughly a week before the permission is set to expire. Hey man im josh (talk) 19:52, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Hello! I am requesting again for New Page Reviewer, although quite fast but I am a fast lerner. I just wanna have a trial here since I am helping sometimes in NewPagesFeed like maintenance tags like {{unreferenced}}, {{orphan}} and {{uncategorized}} or rarely i clean up the articles too, it just a minor helps. I am a AfC reviewer too since October 2024. I can multitasking on New Page and reviewing draft articles in afc. Although, I have a blocked here but it was a misunderstanding and false blocking so they unblock my account. I am participating on AfD and sometimes i nominate it, also on CSD too in NewPageFeed, if I see a just a spam, vandalism or a promotion of a article, i immediately add a csd. If you granted me, it will my pleasure. Thanks! Royiswariii Talk! 16:20, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you for volunteering,  Done for a 2-month trial. You are encouraged to re-apply roughly a week before the permission is set to expire. Hey man im josh (talk) 19:49, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Dear Wikipedian,

I am requesting for New Page Reviewer rights to enhance my contributions to Wikipedia. With major experience in article creation, editing, and compliance to Wikipedia’s guidelines, I am passionate to help ensure new pages meet quality standards. I am committed to improving the Wikipedia community and would greatly appreciate your consideration.

Thank you for your time! 𝒮-𝒜𝓊𝓇𝒶 18:16, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

 Automated comment This user has had 2 requests for new page reviewer declined in the past 90 days ([2][3]). MusikBot talk 21:10, 9 December 2024 (UTC)
 Not done. You still have not taken the advice given to you and lack the appropriate experience at this point in time. Hey man im josh (talk) 15:51, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Hi! I'd love to help out with the backlog. I have around ~40 AfD !votes, and I'm usually one of the first votes and always use strong guideline-backed reasoning. I've only had 1 AfD in the "red" cell of AfD Stats, that was a bio of a person from a non-English speaking country, and I tried to find sources in my WP:BEFORE, but nothing come up, and then another user more familiar with that country was able to dig something up so I withdrew (I don't think it should count as a black mark against me). I've also reviewed a lot of AfC submissions (a good amount of them sadly don't show in the AfC tool as they were later deleted, but there's still a decent chunk in there), and I almost always provide personalized advice backed with good reasoning when declining. You can find my CSD log here (n. 10, 100% success): User:MolecularPilot/CSD_Log, and I've also created 5 articles (see my user page), 4 of which are B class. Thanks for your time! :) MolecularPilot 🧪️✈️ 05:30, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Adding that I'm also very experienced in cleaning formatting, copy editing, wiki linking etc. as I often do that before accepting AfC submissions, and for evidence of criteria #3 about being kind to new users, I think I've helped a good amount of users understand policies/guidelines/reasons for AfC declines etc, a small subset of these can by verified on my user talk page and I'm also very active on the help IRC (admittedly less during the last week due to a personal event). I'm also knowledgable about copyvios, having cleaned a decent amount, informing users about our policy, answering any questions they sent to me and requesting revdel. I've also reviewed around 20 cases on CopyPatrol. Thanks again for your time :) MolecularPilot 🧪️✈️ 05:32, 10 December 2024 (UTC)
Requests for page mover

Page mover

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Requests for pending changes reviewer

Pending changes reviewer

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I've read and understood WP:RPC and will proceed slowly at first (that is, leave what I deem edge cases to someone else). JayCubby Talk 17:23, 25 November 2024 (UTC)

 Not done. Calling this as a WP:NOTYET. Let's wait a little longer after the unblock to consider this. Hey man im josh (talk) 15:02, 4 December 2024 (UTC)
Fair enough. JayCubby 23:34, 8 December 2024 (UTC)
I monitor recent edits to combat vandalism and improve articles, I also act on drafts, I have a good knowledge of Wikipedia rules. SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 15:21, 5 December 2024 (UTC) SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 15:21, 5 December 2024 (UTC)
Requests for rollback

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My next logical request for permission, one that I don't suppose I can utilize alongside Ultraviolet to stop the bad faith one-timers and vandals where I watch. Although, I must admit, I should simultaneously take care to not get into any content dispute I see; I'll do my best not to get into one this way. Thanks for considering (again). 2601AC47 (talk·contribs·my rights) Isn't a IP anon 01:40, 1 December 2024 (UTC)

P.S.: as a sure guarantee my use of rollback is done safely and without causing any significant issue, I'll use Mr. Stradivarius' ConfirmRollback. 2601AC47 (talk·contribs·my rights) Isn't a IP anon 01:45, 1 December 2024 (UTC)

I would like rollback permissions to make fighting vandalism quicker and easier. I have been reverting vandalism for over 1 month and have experience with tools such as Twinkle and Ultraviolet. I would also like to be able to have access to Huggle to make my anti-vandalism experience easier. MouseCursor (talk) 13:46, 1 December 2024 (UTC)

 Automated comment This user has 186 edits in the mainspace. MusikBot talk 21:10, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

I would like to be able to access rollback tools to fight vandalism more effectively, I am familiar with Wikipedia's rules. SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 17:17, 2 December 2024 (UTC)

Would be used for reverting edits by blocked socks of banned users, similar to this request nableezy - 20:38, 3 December 2024 (UTC)

 Done --Ahecht (TALK
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This permission will help me in combating vandalism. I’ve been actively patrolling recent changes, always warning users when necessary, assuming good faith, and taking full responsibility for all my edits. I also do crosswiki patrolling and recently joined the SWMT. — Jet Pilot (talk) 21:03, 3 December 2024 (UTC)

Note: User changed their name from Tres Libras to Jet Pilot since submitting this request. --Ahecht (TALK
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I am here to reapply for rollback permissions to assist in combating vandalism more efficiently. Over time, I have actively reverted vandalism using the "undo" tool and have familiarized myself with Wikipedia's policies, particularly vandalism and rollback.I fully understand that rollback should only be used for clear cases of vandalism, and I am committed to using the tool responsibly. My contributions reflect my dedication to maintaining Wikipedia's quality and integrity.If there are any concerns or further clarification needed regarding my request, please let me know. Thank you for considering my request.MP1999 ❯❯❯ Talk 11:03, 4 December 2024 (UTC)

Can you accept my request? @ToBeFree MP1999 ❯❯❯ Talk 13:03, 5 December 2024 (UTC)
Please do not send multiple messages @MP1999, the people who manage the requests have lives and cannot necessarily respond directly, be patient. SparklingBlueMoon (talk) 17:06, 5 December 2024 (UTC)
(Non-administrator comment) @MP1999: I'd suggest waiting more than a day to ping an administrator. Permission requests are completed by administrators on a volunteer basis and can take up to a week or more to process. Cowboygilbert - (talk) ♥ 16:52, 5 December 2024 (UTC)
 Done ~ ToBeFree (talk) 01:06, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

Hello! I had been actively patrolling RC in 2023 but paused for a long time since I was too busy. I plan to resume soon and would like rollback rights to make it easier. However, I mostly edit on my school computer so I am unable to use any tools such as Huggle, RedWarn, etc. Thank you for considering my request.

Note from 07:07, 6 December 2024 (UTC): I had just been informed that RedWarn can be used on a school computer, so it's very likely that I will be using it. xRozuRozuteacups 23:57, 5 December 2024 (UTC)

I have been reverting vandalism by undoing edits, warning users, and monitoring several pages to keep them protected. Rollback rights would make my efforts faster and more efficient. I am familiar with WP:VANDAL. ZyphorianNexus (talk) 07:15, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

    I am at about 70,000 edits aross all Wiki projects.

    I, Solipsist, hereby award you this Barnstar of Diligence for you extraordinary patience, over many years, in handling perennial Corn vs. Maize debates.
    The Minor Barnstar
    Minor edits make a major difference. Gaff ταλκ 04:03, 31 May 2007 (UTC)
    The Minor Barnstar
    Ahh, a sigh of relief from IvoShandor to Rmhermen, thanks for your work on articles related to the Black Hawk War. IvoShandor 05:31, 20 August 2007 (UTC)
    The Original Barnstar, for good deed #1 The Original Barnstar
    This barnstar is for that quick and poisonous work you did on the Ayina River. Yours sincerely, GeorgeLouis (talk) 19:52, 15 November 2010 (UTC)

    Templates I use often but never remember

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    • {{NorthAmNative}} {{WikiProject Michigan}} {{WikiProject Protected areas}} {{river}}
    • (Wikipedia:Template_messages/Image_namespace)
    • {{fact}}{{no license}} {{no source}} {{or-fu-re|Image:replacementimage}} {{Orphaned fairuse not replaced or {{or-fu-nr}} *{{PD-USGov-Interior-NPS}} {{subst:deletedpage}} {{globalize/USA}}{{intro-missing}}
    WP:AIV
    WP:ANI
    WP:NPP
    WP:RPP
    WP:RFR
    WP:AFD
    WP:XFD
    CAT:CSD
    WP:CSD
    WP:RM
    WP:RAA
    WP:DR
    WP:TM
    WP:TT
    WP:RCU
    WP:LOP
    CAT:AB
    WP:BS
    WP:RD
    WP:NFC
    WP:IUP

    Help box by Jennavecia (talk · contribs)

    "Do you want to take a survey?"

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    On Feb. 12, 2005, I did a random pages survey. Out of 100 random pages, only 1 was a U.S. town. That's progress. Three towns in the UK, 1 in Spain and 1 in Portugal also turned up. Overall biographies were the largest category at 22%, followed by geography with 15% total. Then Lists at 7%, Disambiguation pages at 6%.

    On Feb. 24, 2006, I repeated the 100 random page survey, this time getting 5 U.S. towns. Overall, geography had 26%, biography 21%, fiction 9%, music 4%, colleges 4%, lists 3% and disambigs 4%. Clearly geography and biography are our largest areas. Music, science and business scored less than I expected. Non-individual History was hardly discernable.

    Even by Feb. 2005, 100 out of almost 500,000 was not statistically significant but was as much as I had patience for.

    Wikiprojects I am a member of:

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    Wikipedia:WikiProject Protected areas
    Wikipedia:WikiProject Rivers
    Wikipedia:WikiProject Space missions
    Wikipedia:WikiProject Michigan

    Short To Do list

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    Early Anon work, no need to bug the developers

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    Up to Dec 16, 2003, all the edits at these anonymous id's were mine (59 edits):

    More recently 1,250 or so edits on 75.41.110.200 are apparently all mine. Apparently my new ID is 75.41.109.190. There are undoubtedly many others as the earliest history of many articles was not preserved by the software.

    List of most of my original pictures and some maps

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    For copyright declaration purposes The following photographs and diagrams on Wikipedia were taken by and uploaded by me and released under GNU-FDL:

    • Update March 21, 2006 by searching with Interiot's Tool (no longer updated - [4] does edit counts though)

    Pictures

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    Maps

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    Numerous locator maps for U.S. national parks like Image:LocMap Big Bend National Park.png and Image:LocMap Tongariro National Park.png - most now replaced by dynamic map system