Site Details
When was Gurochan founded?
2004.
Is Gurochan safe to use?
Gurochan forces SSL which encrypts your connection to the site, but you are free to use TOR to *browse* Gurochan if you want an extra layer of security.
Miscellaneous
What is an image board?
An image board is an image based forum centered on sharing and discussing images.
Where do I make an account?
Most image boards do not have an account system for normal users, so you are allowed and encouraged to post anonymously. If you want to tie a nickname to your posts, you may fill the Name field and attach a tripcode.
What is a tripcode?
A tripcode is a password that comes after your nickname. When using that specific password, your nickname will have a random string of characters unique to that password.
You use a tripcode by adding a pound sign (#) to your nickname and then a password.
Example:
Result: This will be shown as name ◆ ozOtJW9BFA
NOTE:
This tripcode will be the same in every other image board you visit.
To make your tripcode exclusive to this site, you must add a second pound sign (#). This is called a secure tripcode.
Using a tripcode can protect your identity, and prevent other people from impersonating you. As long as only you know the password.
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What is an OP?
OP often refers to the Opening Post, Original Poster or Original Post. The OP sets the topic of the thread.
Not to be confused with the IRC use of “Op” being short for “Operator”.
What is a bump?
When a thread is replied to, it is “bumped”. Newest bumped threads are sent to the top of the board.
SIDE NOTE: Ageru (上げる) means “to raise”, the opposite of “to lower”.
Age can also be used in place of “bump” if you want to sound like a true nihonjin.
What is a sage?
“Sage” comes from the Japanese verb sageru (下げる) which means “to lower”. Typing sage into the email field prevents the thread from being bumped. This is used when you are not posting something that portrays to the topic of the thread.
Example:
What is noko and noko2?
Writing “noko” into the email field will send you to your post after posting.
Example:
If you write “noko2”, you will be sent to the thread you posted in, but it will not link to your post.
Other
Can I join the Gurochan team?
Currently, we aren't looking for staff members.
How do I access Sad Panda?
Read this guide.