- Xenforo.com resource URL
- https://xenforo.com/community/resources/xb-thread-reply-whitelist-invite-only-thread-replies.8886/
- Compatibile XF2 versions
- 2.2
- 2.3
Control who can reply to individual threads without fully locking the discussion.
This add-on lets thread authors and moderators restrict replies to selected members, keeping important or focused discussions open while controlling who can participate.
Features:
Custom Reply Whitelists: Create a separate whitelist for each thread and define exactly which members can reply.
Permission-Based Control: Node-specific permissions control who can manage or bypass whitelists for their own or any threads.
Default Whitelisting: Enable reply whitelisting by default for new threads in selected forums.
Bulk User Addition: Add multiple members to a thread whitelist at once using a username list.
Member Limits: Configure the maximum number of members that can be added to a thread whitelist.
Invitation Alerts: Notify members when they are added to a thread whitelist.
Inline Moderation Support: Manage reply whitelist settings using inline moderation tools.
Batch Updates: Apply whitelist changes to multiple threads at once.
ACP Tools: Search and filter threads based on their reply whitelist status.
Custom Thread Indicators: Display configurable icons and colors for whitelisted threads using style properties.
Useful for:
Announcement Threads: Allow replies only from staff or approved members.
Support Threads: Restrict responses to selected support staff or participants.
Controlled Discussions: Create semi-private discussions without requiring separate forums.
Focused Discussions: Limit participation to selected members while keeping the thread publicly readable.
Read-Mostly Threads: Keep threads open while allowing replies from a limited group of members.