DISCUSSION - 2 tier membership system (paid members!).

[Castel]

Perks Hack for vB 2.0.3

This is a revision of what I mentioned above, thanks to what chrispadfield posted I got a better idea for handling the ad free browsing part of this hack. You will not be needing a new style now, so there is no way for the users to add a different style ID in the browser address bar and on top of that you won't have to update 2 style sets if you make some template changes. I almost feel like a real vB hacker now j/k.

Anyway, the usually hacking rules apply. Back up you files or try this out on a test forum first. This is working without any flaws on my forum, but you never know. As mentioned earlier I am fairly new to the PHP realm so don't expect any professional type support out of me.

Let's recap what you get with this hack. Perks based on premium user group:

Hacked Features:
- allow custom avatars
- allow custom titles
- ad free browsing template for usergroup, mods and admins
- special recognition graphic and title

Possible Non Hacked Features (basic admin panel operation):
- private forum for exclusive content
- allow searches (if not on by default)
- increased mass buddy pm limit

Extras :
- run ad pop-ups just on the forum index, while blocking them from premium usergroup, admins and mods
- incorporate recognition icon and title in the Galaga Hack if you use it