Introduction
Effective moderation helps maintain a respectful and secure discussion environment.
This guide explains how the BuddyBoss Platform manages visibility for standalone forums, discussions, replies, and widgets when a member is suspended or blocked.
Understanding these rules ensures privacy, control, and continued community engagement.
Forum Visibility Rules
| Content Type | Suspended Members | Blocked Members |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone Forums (Created by the member) | Visible to logged-in members | Visible to logged-in members |
| Discussions & Replies (Posted by the member) | Visible, but name appears as “Unknown Member” | Visible, but name appears as “Unknown Member” |
| Member Avatar | Defaults to the avatar set in BuddyBoss → Settings → Profile | Defaults to the avatar set in BuddyBoss → Settings → Profile |
| Clickable Profile Link | Not available | Not available |
| Admin View (Name visibility) | Actual name visible to admins | Actual name visible to admins |
| Admin View (Profile link) | Clicking redirects to WP Admin profile | Clicking redirects to WP Admin profile |
Widgets: Recent Replies and Topics
| Widget | Suspended Members | Blocked Members |
|---|---|---|
| Recent Replies | Replies do not appear | Replies are not visible to logged-in members |
| Recent Topics | Topics do not appear | Topics are not visible to logged-in members |
Troubleshooting & FAQs
Q: Why can I still see discussions from a suspended member?
A: The content remains visible, but the member is shown as an “Unknown Member” without profile links.
