[wp-meta] [Making WordPress.org] #7255: Add a one-off "I have read the guidelines" checkbox before posting for the first time

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#7255: Add a one-off "I have read the guidelines" checkbox before posting for the
first time
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 Reporter:  mrfoxtalbot     |       Owner:  (none)
     Type:  enhancement     |      Status:  new
 Priority:  low             |   Milestone:
Component:  Support Forums  |  Resolution:
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Comment (by onaitzgerald):

 Adding a one-off "I have read the guidelines" checkbox before posting for
 the first time is a practical and effective approach to encourage users to
 familiarize themselves with the guidelines and community Code of Conduct.
 Here's a basic outline of how you could implement this feature:

 User Registration/First Post: When a new user registers or attempts to
 make their first post, you can display a pop-up or prominent notice at the
 top of the page, which includes the following elements:

 Checkbox with the label: "I have read and agree to abide by the community
 guidelines and Code of Conduct."
 A link to the full guidelines and Code of Conduct.
 Buttons for "Accept" and "Decline."
 Enforce Acceptance: Users must check the checkbox and click "Accept"
 before they can proceed to post. If they click "Decline," they should not
 be able to post, and perhaps you can direct them back to the guidelines.

 Store Confirmation: Store the fact that the user has accepted the
 guidelines in their profile or a database, so you have a record of their
 agreement.

 Display Confirmation Status: Show a visual indicator (e.g., a checkmark
 icon next to their username) on their posts to indicate that they have
 accepted the guidelines. This helps moderators and other users quickly
 identify who has acknowledged the guidelines.

 Reminder: You can also periodically remind users to review the guidelines
 through notifications or emails, especially if there are updates or
 changes to the guidelines.

 Moderator Support: This feature will indeed provide support to moderators
 when users claim they were unaware of the rules. You can reference their
 acceptance status as evidence of their acknowledgment.

 Accessibility Considerations: Ensure that the checkbox and associated text
 are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

 Privacy: Ensure that you comply with privacy regulations and inform users
 about how their acceptance data will be used and stored.

 Testing and Feedback: Before implementing this feature, it's a good
 practice to test it with a group of users to gather feedback and make any
 necessary improvements.

 Documentation: Update your documentation or help center to include
 information about this new feature so that both moderators and users are
 aware of its existence and purpose.

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