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3 weeks ago. April 6, 2024 at 5:54 PM

Happy Spring CAGE! 

We've heard you!  Over the past week or so we've received numerous inquiries regarding the removal of our Personals section from THE CAGE. The decision came as a surprise and disappointment to many of you and we are very sorry to have removed this popular feature with no forewarning. We fully understand the frustration expressed by those who found it useful or simply enjoyed browsing the ads.

The removal was necessitated by a compliance survey aimed at ensuring adherence to the strict regulations set forth by credit card companies. Negotiating the legal landscape and seeking compatible collaborators poses considerable challenges for any platform. Introducing BDSM elements further complicates matters.

With fewer payment options, higher commissions, and the need to remain vigilant in the face of ever-evolving regulations, the path to compliance becomes increasingly challenging. This is why similar websites are scarce; the hurdles are substantial.

We're not the first to confront such a dilemma. Craigslist notably removed its Personals section in 2018 due to new legislation on human trafficking enacted by the U.S. Congress. 

While we acknowledge the frustration this situation has caused for many of you, we see it as an opportunity for growth and improvement. We're already hard at work developing a new and more exciting alternative to help you find your kinky match.

To our Premium members, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support. Your contributions are vital for our sustenance, growth, and enhancement. If you haven't yet upgraded to Premium, we encourage you to consider doing so, not only to enjoy all that we have to offer but also to contribute to our collective growth and progress.

Until next time!

Jack in the box -
Thank you Ms V, I completely understand - ive been following the US's legislation closely so I get it, yes.
You guys still rock!
Btw, what are you wearing? 😏
3 weeks ago
Spanks hard​(dom male){Looking } - This is not about what the non bdsm people think it should be for those who live and love the bdsm lifestyle. The bdsm personal ads gives me more information about a potential life mate in the world of bdsm.
3 weeks ago
Master W​(dom male){Busy} - Business is business and compliance laws span across the board regardless of what corner of the internet you choose to reside.
3 weeks ago
I'mME - @Master W,

This is not about business, this is about a small, elite group of people who already own 80% of world, imposing themselves through business means upon the rest of us.
There are people trying to rally, however, they are dispersed around the globe. Unification is the only way we may have a chance to slow these ppl down.
3 weeks ago
I'mME - @Spanks hard,
There will always be a group that has power telling others (w less power) trying to control .
Look around, at what is going on in the major countries.
1. Indoctrinate the children
2. Control HEALTHCARE
3. Control the FOOD
These are the beginning steps for a dictatorship....there are 7 more.
3 weeks ago
Bunnie - As always, thank you for the hard work you (both/all) do to give us this space. No doubt the upgraded version will be heaps better!
3 weeks ago
I'mME - V,
Thank you for the Cage. The 'Man' is squeezing the credit card companies. And until it affects some aspects of the majority, this is the reality.
While I did enjoy reading the ads,
looking forward to what y'all come up on this next chapter.
3 weeks ago
SirsBabyDoll​(sub female){Pizza+☕} - I've not been following the legislation so I can't speak to the specifics, however, you mentioned "human trafficking".

I'm spit balling here, but we sites that have premium membership could legally be looked at as "guilty of aiding and abetting" if even ONE premium member posted an ad...using the site like a "back page". We don't want that to happen to our space! Does it suck? Yeah. Is it inconvenient for the members who ARENT doing that, who are using it honestly? Yup.

But we need to keep the site safe for all the other areas. Blogs, forums, articles, etc.
3 weeks ago
Spanks hard​(dom male){Looking } - The credit crooks ain't happy because they are not gittin their money to git stoned on
3 weeks ago
PapaWolf DaddyDom​(dom male) - So you got rid of personals got it but when are you actually going to fix the lobby constantly kicking people off I am not a masochist and don't enjoy the boot figured I would ask
3 weeks ago
Villanelle​(staff) - We're not aware of this problem - we've not received any reports on it to date. I'll message you for more details and we'll see what's happening.
3 weeks ago

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