Due to spammers, we require authentication on all new accounts registered on Da' Board. But in the last few months, we've been getting roughly 20-25 spam accounts with Gmail accounts, per DAY. Makes it a hassle when I log-in to check for new users and I see 139 Gmail spam accounts awaiting validation. Tough to spot any new members who actually want to join and participate.

So I'm going to have to block all new registrations from Gmail accounts. If Gmail/Google improves their service and makes an official announcement, then they'll return. But for now, no Gmail. I don't think anybody on Da' Board has ever used a Gmail account as their primary email, anyways. But this only affects new registrations, anyways.

If you have a buddy who wants to register here with a Gmail address-- and has no other option-- please speak up on their behalf and contact an admin. We'll find some way to get them registered.