Upon registration, users have a "Learner" tag. They can view threads but cannot post, send PMs, or access the "Game Index" until they complete a rules verification checklist.

Ultimately, the rules of CS.RIN.RU create a meritocratic environment. Respect is earned through technical literacy, adherence to formatting, and a quiet presence that only speaks when it adds value. Following these rules is the only way to ensure the continued survival of this niche corner of the internet.

No "What is the password?" Posts. If a file has a password, it is always cs.rin.ru (lowercase, without spaces) unless stated otherwise. Asking for the password will result in an instant warning.

are so inflexible—one bad file could compromise the entire underground network.

If you are contributing content (like sharing a clean Steam file or a tool), you must follow strict formatting:

: Excessive caps lock, bolding, or "eye-searing" colors are strictly forbidden to keep threads legible. Posting Etiquette No Double Posting