Destinypedia:Administrators

Introduction to Administrators
Different users have access to different functions of the site. While anyone can do most things on the site, including reading and editing, administrators are trusted users that can access a few additional functions.


 * Deleting and undeleting pages, uploaded images and page histories.
 * Protecting a page so it can not be edited or moved by anonymous users (autoconfirmed protection) or non-admins (full/sysop protection).
 * Blocking IP addresses or user names from editing; and quick reversion ("rollback") of undesirable edits.
 * Editing the interface by changing system messages and skins (editing MediaWiki files).
 * Viewing a user's IP addresses and other information.
 * Mark page revisions or users' edits as "patrolled".

These functions are solely for housekeeping for keeping Destinypedia nice and tidy. The community does look to administrators to perform the essential chores that require the extra access administrators are entrusted with. However, otherwise, administrators are the same as other users, and are expected to be well-tempered in all respects.

Can I become an Administrator?
Administrators are selected on an as-needed basis only. As Destinypedia grows, more administrators may be needed to assist in its operation. Administrator positions can be filled via Requests for Adminship.

What can Administrators not do?
Administrators should not use their administrator powers to settle editing disputes; for example, to lock a page on a version he or she prefers in an editing dispute that isn't vandalism. Administrator powers should be used to help keep the wiki clear of vandalism, spam, and users who make malicious edits, but not for simple disagreements between users acting in good faith. Administrators should not be considered "in charge". The ideal admin is a regular user who is trusted to have a few extra buttons and to use them for the benefit of Destinypedia.

Candidates

 * None currently

Former

 * Spartacus - Resigned September 2014.
 * TentacleTornado - Resigned October 2014.
 * Hawki - Resigned July 2015.

Administrator Help Guide

 * See Wikipedia's administrators' how-to guide for a complete guide on using administrator functions. For bureaucrats, see Destinypedia:Bureaucrats for a Bureaucrat Help Guide.


 * Special:Blockip - block a username, IP address, or IP range
 * Special:DeletedContributions - view a user's deleted contributions
 * Special:Import - import pages with full history and content from other wikis
 * Special:RevisionDelete - Hides individual page revisions in the case of exposure of sensitive information (eg. potentially libelous or personal information). Note: See manual here
 * Special:Undelete - view and restore deleted content
 * Special:Unwatchedpages - view a list of pages not on any users' watchlist
 * Special:Checkuser - view IP addresses used by a user, or vice-versa. This tool should only be used in accordance with the policy