- Below is a list of the phpBB 3.1.x forums on this site with their respective descriptions. As posting in the wrong forum will result in your topic not being seen by the people who can contribute to it best, please be sure to choose the forum that best fits your issue. If you decide to post in a different forum, please be sure to read the stickies and announcements that are present in that forum before posting.
- phpBB Discussion - For discussing all things relating to phpBB. Not for support.
- [3.1.x] Support Forums - For the support of the standard phpBB 3.1.x software
- [3.1.x] Convertors - For questions/support regarding conversions from other forums software.
- [3.1.x] Translations - For questions and discussion about the phpBB 3.1.x language packs
- [3.1.x] Extension Database Releases - Release topics for extensions validated by the phpBB Extensions team. For support, please post in that extension's support area within the Customisation Database.
- [3.1.x] Extension Requests - For requesting extensions that you cannot locate or would like someone to write.
- [3.1.x] Extensions in Development - For the support of extensions that are still in development. Post in the topic dedicated to the extension.
- [3.1.x] Extension Writers Discussion - For discussion related to extension development
- [3.1.x] Styles Database Releases - Release topics for styles that have been validated by the phpBB Styles Team. For support, please post in that style's support area within the Customisation Database.
- [3.1.x] Styles in Development - For the support of styles that are still in development. Post in the topic dedicated to the style.
- [3.1.x] Styles Support & Discussion - For general support regarding styles as well as feedback for styles in development
- What if I need help installing/configuring PHP, MySQL, Apache, etc.? #
There are many other boards that deal specifically with server configurations. Simple do a Google search for "MySQL help forum" to find 100s of boards that will be more than happy to assist you. - How do I report a bug? #
Bugs in phpBB should be reported here.
Bug reports about this website should be submitted here. - How do I report a security related issue? #
Vulnerabilities should be submitted here. - My board has been hacked, what do I do? #
Please do the following before making any modifications to your board (this includes changing passwords, editing files, running the support toolkit, etc.):- Save a copy of the files (simply create a local copy of the files on the server).
- Save a copy of the database.
- Save the server access logs and FTP logs for the time of the hack (they may be available in the 'logs' directory on the server, in your host's control panel or only by request directly from your host).
- File a report in the Incident Tracker. Attach the items from steps 1-3 when you file the report or upload them to a secure location for the incident investigation team to download. Please do not start a new topic in the support forum, the proper place for incident reports is the tracker.
- What is the minimum version of PHP supported? #
PHP 5.3.3+ - Can I use MODs, Styles, or language packs made for phpBB2 or phpBB3 installations? #
Most likely not, phpBB 3.1.x is substantially different from phpBB 3.0.x though some simple MODs may continue to work. Questions about specific MODs should be directed to the MOD author. Language packs and styles for phpBB 3.0.x will not work on 3.1.x. Over time Extension/Style/translation authors will release packages for phpBB3. - How do I convert my phpBB2 board to phpBB 3.1.x? #
The conversion guide is in the /docs/ directory of your installation package, or online. - How do I convert my phpBB3 board to phpBB 3.1.x? #
Note: Most MODs will not be compatible with 3.1 and their functionality will be lost when updating.- Backup up your board's files and database
- Deactivate all styles except for prosilver
- Ensure that the activated spambot countermeasure is one of the standard phpBB plugins.
- Set British English as the only language pack
- Delete all of your phpBB 3.0.x files EXCEPT for the following:
- config.php
- The /images/ directory
- The /files/ directory
- The /store/ directory
- Upload the contents of the 3.1.x Full Package (EXCEPT for config.php) into your forum's directory.
- Browse to /install/database_update.php
- Delete the /install/ directory
- Support Forum
- Please remember that those who help you, do so on a voluntary basis. Note the following when asking a question:
- Just like in real life, you are much more likely to receive assistance if you are courteous and respectful. Users who demand help or attack others are often ignored by the community. Users who make a habit of being disrespectful will be warned under rule 1b. #
- Please do not use generic topic titles like "I need help" or "Getting an error". Remember, a descriptive title will attract much more attention than a generic one. #
- As per rule 1h, please do not post your message in ALL CAPS, bold, large, or bright text or use excessive punctuation. This goes for the title as well. #
- As per rule 4g, please do not bump your topic until at least 6 hours have passed since the last response. Since most of us answer questions in the order they were posted, frequent bumping will only push you further away from help. #
- When starting a new topic, be sure to fill out the Support Request Template. If you don't know the answer to something, leave it blank. Keep in mind, however, that more details will help us answer your question more accurately. #
- Please remember that those who help you, do so on a voluntary basis. Note the following when asking a question:
- IRC
- If you prefer to ask for assistance via IRC, you may do so in the channel #phpbb on irc.freenode.net. Please be sure to read the IRC Rules. Note that certain questions (particularly those having to do with code changes) are difficult to ask/answer in a chat room. As a general rule, more complex questions are best asked in the support forum. #
- Other
The Support Team
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