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Tripcode

Semi-unique Identification code allowing for persistent ID on imageboards.

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Summary

Tripcodes are an optional feature on many Imageboards that let users choose to create a persistent ID code for them to be identified correctly throughout the board. The typical anonymous nature of Imageboards doesnt allow for users to verify a single person. If one chooses to create a tripcode, they can then be later identified as the same person.

Tripcodes are created by first typing an optional nickname into the "name" field, placing a hash (#) symbol and then entering a password. This will create an insecure tripcode when the user posts. To create a secure tripcode, simply place two hash tags instead of one. This will create a unique tripcode that is almost impossible to duplicate.

Hateful reactions

 
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...because if you post annonymously [sic] by default but choose to gain a sense of identity in your posting, it most likely means that you are an attention grubbing whore who has their heart on being a board celebrity rather than actually contributing anything worthwhile.
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—One anonymous

 
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Hi there!

You seem to have made a bit of a mistake in your post. Luckily, the users of 4chan are always willing to help you clear this problem right up! You appear to have used a tripcode when posting, but your identity has nothing at all to do with the conversation! Whoops! You should always remember to stop using your tripcode when the thread it was used for is gone, unless another one is started! Posting with a tripcode when it isn't necessary is poor form. You should always try to post anonymously, unless your identity is absolutely vital to the post that you're making! Now, there's no need to thank me - I'm just doing my bit to help you get used to the anonymous image-board culture!
 

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—Another anonymous

Tripcode users are generally looked down upon by the anonymous users. They are seen as attention-seekers and are defiant to the anonymous nature of chan culture.

It is worth noting that the moderators of 4chan dislike tripcode users and tripcode circlejerking. Tripcode use has been disabled on /soc/ and moderators can ban certain tripcodes from being used. Tripcode use should be limited and only used when absolutely necessary.

Origins

Tripcode use is infrequent on 2channel, but was quite common on world2ch, the first English language text and imageboard,

Current status

Frowned upon, but highly common within more cancerous boards.


Images

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IRL example



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