Coupon Connection access once qualifications achieved?
 

Hi guys,

I'm now past the 180 posts and 18 months landmarks, how can I get access to the coupons connection? I'm interested mainly in A3 and BA

thanks

This is probably the best thread for Coupon Connection access related questions: The Coupon Connection and related issues

Yep; absolutely correct.

Be very sure to read the wiki post at the top of the page. It lists some reasons why some members may find they don't have access to The Coupon Connection forum, as well as whom to contact.

Padded posts don't count, in case you miss the master thread.

can someone link me to it

I think you're in the "master thread" that was referred to as the posts from December have been consolidated into this thread.

This is it. Please read the wikipost at the top of the page for information.

/JDiver, Moderator

Read the wiki above for your answer.

Frustrated by coupon connections forum has a 180 day entry requirement
 

ON a off topic comment. I feel quite frustrated by the fact coupon connections forum has a 180 day requirement. Which I really find unnecessary given that it really does limit those who are quite active and meet the 180 post limit within a month or so.

Obviously I did not join FT for it, Heck I didnt even know about until a week or two ago, but once you know about it, the urge to see whats the fuss about is ever growing.

And it does kind of hinder power posters who jump in.

While I understand the frustration, you might want to check out the "Talkboard Topics" forum and search for threads in there that reference Coupon Connection for some background on why the requirements are what they are. It is not meant to be punishing to "power users" like you, but rather to reward posters who have demonstrated a significant commitment to the core value of FT - discussing miles, points, and travel-related topics.

While it's nice to have a place like CC, I honestly don't understand the "fuss", as CC shouldn't be the only reason posters are here.

I, for one, appreciate that your posts have had "valuable" content to the discussions you have joined, which definitely is not typical of "new" users to the forum. Just use a little patience and you, in turn, will have access to CC and all will be well. Every single one of us had an access restriction before we could see it, and we're still alive to tell about it! :)

These limitations were determined as necessary some time ago, and won't likely be changed. The Coupon Connection, as explained in the wikipost at the top of every page of this thread (where we have merged your post), TCC is not a FlyerTalk member's "right", it is a privilege extended to most FT members with a longevity of 180 days or longer and 180 constructive posts.

Congratulations for being an active participant and contributor; your opportunity to participate in TCC will come soon.

JDiver, Moderator

The requirements seem somewhat arbitrary to me. I've been participating for almost a decade and still don't have 180 posts, not because I don't contribute to the site but because I generally avoid adding chatter when a question has already been answered or I can find the answer to my issue in the archives.

In over a decade you have made 94 posts.... that is not a major level of contribution. less than 10 posts a year.

It is so easy to contribute meaningful posts.... for example, you can add value in the local forums near where you live or places you have travelled.... many people love hearing personal perspectives on hotels, airlines or things to do.

CC was meant for FT members who contribute to the FT community... not just come and take from the site.

Blame a prior Talk Board (2011) for that.
Motion Passed: Change Coupon Connection Access Requirements

I lobbied against changing the requirements. LINK

If you feel strongly about the entry requirements, you can start a thread in the Talk Board forum requesting the entry requirements be lowered. Any member can post in that forum (no entry requirement).
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/talkboard-topics-382/

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Also, for whatever it's worth - I rarely make it through all my upgrades before they expire so my interest is on the giving side rather than taking.