Is there something new where they are finding the Grumble that didn't exist before?
Just wondering.
I don't know, but I like it!
They all 'checked out' as in the industry. We screen each applicant, and review the registrations daily.
Although there are some very good FB groups out there, this forum offers a superior format vs a flat blog, IMO. It has sub categories for things like items for sale, business topics, social topics, equipment help, software help, jobs, etc. Everything is organized and easily found/searchable, so the format doesn't have to be as strict as other platforms. The support team strives to have a laid back/non censoring approach, and the members are respectful of each other. Your personal data is also safe, and is not being harvested or sold. You also don't have to weed through 50%+ unpleasant/extreme political posts to get your daily "framing fix". (Yes we do have a lively section for politics, but access is by request only. Politics aren't welcomed on the public sections of the forum, or in any framing areas)
I think it's a recipe for success, and am confident that it will re-gain the activity level it had in the past, once folks re-discover the new Picture Framer's G. There is a 22 year archive of valuable information here.
Mike