Wacktrap FAQs - Tech Stuff

What is OpenID? If you've heard it makes doing stuff faster and easier, that's because OpenID requires remembering only one username and password. That's right: just one instead of a bunch of 'em. Of course that's appealing. Basically, OpenID is a tech-savvy way to simplify your life and logins.
 
Wacktrap now offers OpenID. OpenID is on the grow and, in fact, you may already have an ID and not even know it. If you've got an account with some of the biggies like MySpace, Yahoo, Google, flickr, AOL/AIM, Blogger, WordPress or Live Journal, then you've got an OpenID. Each of the above sites is an OpenID provide.
 
Something to know: your OpenID includes the provider's name in that assigned url you'll be gettin' (i.e., google, yahoo, etc.). This can make your ID easy to remember. But you may instead choose an OpenID provider that holds no association to other online accounts or services you're utilizing.
 
An example of a provider dedicated specifically to OpenID services includes http://www.myopenid.com. There are a number of OpenID providers, including those major providers listed at top. Information and resources concerning OpenID and its providers may be found at websites like http://www.openid.net. Wacktrap has no affiliation with, nor recommendation of, any specific OpenID provider or service.
 
Wacktrap offers OpenID solely for member ease of use. Use of OpenID log-in is an option, not a requirement. All Wacktrap members can always use regular username and password log-in, instead of OpenID, at any time.
 
 
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Nope. You don't have to use OpenID on Wacktrap, even if you've got one assigned. If you've added your OpenID url to your Wacktrap 'My Account' profile, you've only gotta use it when you feel like it.
 
Remember, you've got options: you can always choose whether you're usin' your OpenID to log in, or your original Wacktrap username and password you set up at registration.
 
 
 
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Using OpenID speeds up log-in on Wacktrap, but it's gotta be set up first. You'll need to set up your Wacktrap account, completing registration, before future log-ins with OpenID. Once initially registered, head to your Wacktrap Account.
 
Just click on your 'My Account' tab, always located in the top navigation bar of the Wacktrap site. Find that grey tab marked 'OpenID identities', then plug in your OpenID address. Make sure to actually submit your OpenID by hitting that button marked 'Add an OpenID'.
 
Changes are immediate. You'll now be able to now use that OpenID for every future log-in. Using OpenID is optional: remember, you can always log in using your regular Wacktrap username and password instead.
 
 
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If you’ve got either multiple identities or personalities, you’ll unfortunately have to keep them in the offline world. You may have your own personal reasons for multiple identities, none of which we hope is criminal. We're not makin' that judgment call. Just remember: here on Wacktrap, one person equals one account.
 
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We know, it happens. When you created your Wacktrap password, you were sure it was one you wouldn’t forget. Now you just can't, for the life of you, remember what the heck it was.
 
With all those passwords related to banking, credit cards, your favorite sites and all the other good stuff, it happens-especially when you're trying to make your password as secure as possible. But don’t worry, we’ll help you fix it in a jiffy.
 
We'll have you back up and wacking in no time. Get Your New Wacktrap Password Now!
 
Still having trouble? Contact Wacktrap now
 
 
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Yes, your wack will be uploaded as soon as you hit submit. The faster you type, the quicker your friends and other users will be able to read your wack, Rate your wack, even Comment on your wack.
 
If you’re not seeing your wack immediately, give it a few seconds. It may mean we’re updating. Sometimes unusuallly heavy traffic and peak hours of use can cause a delay up to several minutes. But if you’re still not seeing your wack after that time,  Contact Us now to notify the Wacktrap Team.
 
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If it’s not movin’, it’s gotta be fixed. It’s a rarity, but if and when it happens we need to know.
 
Click to Contact Wacktrap, selecting ‘Dead Links’ from the dropdown menu. Wherever possible, please include the copied and pasted web address to help our Team expedite correction.
 

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We don’t want you to be denied. And we certainly don’t want to keep that file from you. Known as 404/403 messages, if you’re getting one of the above, we need to know.
 
Since you’re taking your time to notify us, we're makin' it easy. Simply Contact Wacktrap here and select ‘Error Message’ from that handy dropdown. Include that copied and pasted web address for us, where you’re seen the problem, and our Team will be on it. Fast as lightnin'.

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Forget your Wacktrap password? We know it happens. Especially when you're trying to make your password the most secure.
 
You're sure you'll never forget it-and now you plain can't remember what it is. For security reasons, we can't get you back the current one. Consider it part of the past. But we can get you a new one in a jiffy-so you'll be able to log in right away, now. We'll have you back up and wacking in no time!
 
You can Get Your New Wacktrap Password Now!
 
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The future is looking long and healthy. And we know you just can’t stand to leave home without us. Breathe easy knowing that, yes, a mobile version of Wacktrap is on its way.
 
So you’ll be able to upload your wack, read wacks, Rate wacks and Comment on wacks whenever you want, from wherever you want. Yeah, you’ll be able to share your stories on the fly. Without having to wait until you get home. About as good as ringing your bff with “you won’t believe, the craziest thing just happened...”


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