<![CDATA[[Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System]]>I would like to share a genuine concern regarding the current downvoting system. Some users are unfairly downvoting others without valid reasons, which is negatively impacting genuine users. Due to this, many users are struggling to post as their reputation keeps decreasing, leading to constant approval requirements.
To improve the experience for everyone, I suggest implementing a system where,
Downvotes require a valid reason or verification.
A limit is placed on how frequently a user can downvote others.
New users get some initial protection from unjust downvotes.
This will help maintain a fair and supportive community while preventing spammers from misusing the system. I hope this suggestion is considered for the betterment of all users.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/topic/81070/suggestion-downvotes-should-require-a-reason-for-enhancing-fairness-in-the-voting-systemRSS for NodeMon, 15 Jun 2026 19:14:11 GMTMon, 17 Feb 2025 03:46:54 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:13:48 GMT]]>Please Discuss here If you Guys have Such Issue on Opera. Request to all please Don't Spam Community. Here i Do not have any problem Still i have -1 Reputation.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376285https://forums.opera.com/post/376285Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:13:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:48:12 GMT]]>@DevShukla totally agree

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376196https://forums.opera.com/post/376196Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:48:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:36:16 GMT]]>@DevShukla I completely agree with you; this is how it should be. But please fix my ID so that I can post without any issues.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376193https://forums.opera.com/post/376193Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:36:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:08:36 GMT]]>@DevShukla I don’t want any upvotes, but my ID should at least remain stable so that I don’t have to keep seeking approval repeatedly. I don’t need my reputation to increase, but my account—and the accounts of others facing this issue—should not be affected unfairly. That’s all I want, nothing more.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376188https://forums.opera.com/post/376188Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:08:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 07:30:28 GMT]]>My Personal Suggestion, if anyone is asking about upvoting or downvoting, that can be a red flag. If we encounter any issues, the moderators are always here to assist us. Let's make sure we follow the community guidelines and reach out to the team if we need help!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376178https://forums.opera.com/post/376178Mon, 17 Feb 2025 07:30:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to [Suggestion]Downvotes should require a reason for Enhancing Fairness in the Voting System on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 06:06:23 GMT]]>@sumer2sher I only gave a suggestion to stop spam, but the spammers downvoted my own account instead. Their actions have crossed all limits! At this rate, they will keep troubling everyone. I request that my account be restored.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/376168https://forums.opera.com/post/376168Mon, 17 Feb 2025 06:06:23 GMT