We’ve just published a brand new interview with PGen98, the owner of GWForums, where they share their journey through decades of online communities, the story behind GWForums, and why old-school forum culture still matters today.

In this interview, PGen98 talks about:

- How they first got into forums back in the 90s
- The nostalgia and community spirit behind GWForums
- Lessons learned from running online communities over the years
- Thoughts on how social media has changed forums

Read the full interview here:

If you’re passionate about forums, online communities, or the early days of the internet, this is a must-read.

???? Forum Flare Community Interviews – Spotlight Series

Get to know the amazing minds behind some of your favorite forums! We’ve got three exclusive interviews you won’t want to miss:

Interview with Katrina – Front-End Administrator of Christianity Haven
Katrina shares her journey managing one of the most welcoming Christian forums online. Learn about her role, her tips for community engagement, and what makes Christianity Haven thrive.
???? Read here: https://forumflare.com/interview-with-katrina-front-end-administrator-of-christianity-haven/

Interview with PGen98 – Owner of GWForums
PGen98 opens up about the challenges and successes of running GWForums, a hub for passionate fans. Discover insights into forum management, growth strategies, and the vision behind the community.
???? Read here: https://forumflare.com/interview-with-pgen98-owner-of-gwforums/

Q&A Interview: Ravenfreak on the Relaunch of Zippy Promotion
Ravenfreak talks about reviving Zippy Promotion, sharing what inspired the relaunch, how the community has responded, and plans for the future. A must-read for forum enthusiasts and digital creators!
???? Read here: https://forumflare.com/qa-interview-ravenfreak-on-the-relaunch-of-zippy-promotion/

Dive in and get inspired by the people shaping the online community landscape!

???? Forum Flare – Where Communities Connect ????

Looking for a place to talk forums, community building, and everything in between? Forum Flare is a growing hub for forum owners, admins, and community enthusiasts to share ideas, get feedback, and connect with others who love online communities.

???? Current Forum Stats
???? 223 Topics
???? 781 Posts
???? 31 Members

???? What you’ll find on Forum Flare
Forum administration & community management discussions
???? AI, tech, and the future of online communities
???? Fun off-topic sections like Would You Rather
???? Interviews, insights, and real experiences from forum owners

???? Join here: https://forumflare.com

Join the conversation and help shape the future of forums!

???? Forum Flare is buzzing!

347 Topics, 1,184 Posts, 39 Members… and January is almost gone! ????
The year’s flying faster than a caffeinated squirrel.

???? https://forumflare.com

Forum Flare is a friendly and growing community where you can advertise your forum, website, blog, or social media accounts and get your projects noticed. Connect with fellow webmasters, admins, and online creators, share ideas, and learn from others who are building and managing their own platforms.

Take part in discussions around website administration, moderation, and off-topic chat, plus explore dedicated topics about AI, technology, and the evolving web. Whether you’re promoting a new project or looking to network and grow your online presence, Forum Flare gives you the space to do it all.

Exciting News at Forum Flare!

We’re celebrating some amazing milestones:
???? 2,000 posts and counting!
????️ Our powerhouse moderator team is now three strong!
???? One of the official sponsors of the Forum Promotion Site Battle Madness, starting this March!

Be part of the action—join our growing community today!
???? https://www.forumflare.com

???? FORUM FLARE IS ON FIRE ????

Not even a month old and already exploding with activity — this community is growing FAST and the momentum is real.

602 Topics
???? 2,422 Posts
???? 51 Members (and rising daily!)

???? We hit our 1-MONTH milestone on February 17 — and trust me, this is just the warm-up. Bigger discussions, more promotion, more connections, and a whole lot of forum energy coming.

???? https://forumflare.com/

If you run a forum, blog, website, or just love online communities — this is where you want to be.

Join the hype.
???? Be part of the growth.
???? Catch the flare.

Gizmo had always loved forums—neat, predictable worlds where every word had its place. That’s why he created Forum Flare: a space for discussion, connection, and community.

For a while, everything ran perfectly. Threads buzzed with conversation, members shared their passions, and Gizmo watched proudly as his creation grew. But one night, something strange happened. Threads he hadn’t started appeared out of nowhere. Posts carried eerie messages: “Don’t log in after midnight.”

At 12:03 a.m., a notification pinged—from himself. When he clicked, the familiar layout twisted. Avatars moved on their own, following his every action. Posts typed themselves: “You built us. Now we build you.”

He tried to close the forum, but the screen wouldn’t respond. The threads stretched into a labyrinth, each click pulling him deeper. Forum Flare wasn’t just alive—it was hungry. Somewhere, in the code, Gizmo’s own avatar grinned back.

Some forums are harmless… some watch you.

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???? Forum Flare Stats:
643 Topics | 2,518 Posts | 51 Members

???? Dare to join: https://forumflare.com

???? Big News! ????

Forum Flare just turned ONE MONTH old this week — and we’re celebrating with a special anniversary logo on the forum! ????

???? Our growing community so far:
• 739 Topics
• 2,920 Posts
• 56 Members

???? Proud sponsor of the Forum Promotion Site Battle Madness competition coming this March!

???? Got a forum, website, blog, or social media page?
Promote it in our Promotion Corner:
https://forumflare.com/community/the-directory/

???? We also have a lively Discord server where you can chat, connect, and advertise in the designated promo channels:
https://discord.gg/NGR77bSsAh

???? Join Forum Flare today:
https://forumflare.com

Come be part of a friendly, growing community — we’d love to have you!

???? February Newsletter is Live!

February has been huge at Forum Flare — and March is almost here already!

???? Current Stats:
• 889 Topics
• 3,625 Posts
• 67 Members

Check out the full newsletter here:

Join the discussion:

Let’s make March even bigger ????

???? Discover the Stories Behind Online Communities! ????

Forum Flare has leveled up! From being just a forum, we’ve transformed into a vibrant community interviews blog—showcasing the people who make online spaces come alive. ????

???? Who we feature:

• Forum owners ????️
• Moderators ????‍????
• Active members ????

We dig into their stories, challenges, and wins, giving you an insider look at how communities grow, connect, and thrive.

???? Want to be featured?
If you run a forum, are part of a staff team, or have an interesting story to share, we want to hear from you! Reach out and get your community in the spotlight.

???? Why visit Forum Flare?

• Exclusive in-depth interviews ????
• Behind-the-scenes insights ????
• Inspiring stories from online communities ????

???? Check out the latest interviews now: https://forumflare.com

Join us and see how communities shine!

???? Inside Forum Promotion: Interview with Allena, Community Team Leader

We’re excited to share our latest community spotlight—an exclusive interview with Allena, Community Team Leader at Forum Promotion!

In this feature, Allena talks about her journey in the role, what she loves most about the community, and what makes Forum Promotion such a welcoming and engaging space.

???? Check it out here: https://forumflare.com/inside-forum-promotion-interview-with-allena-community-team-leader/

More interviews are on the way as we continue shining a light on amazing online communities—stay tuned!

We’ve just published a brand new interview over on Forum Flare featuring forum veteran Shawn Gossman!

Shawn shares his journey from the early days of phpBB to running communities like Another Admin Forum and Talk Whatever. He dives into what really makes a forum successful, lessons learned from past projects (including failures), and why focusing on people over metrics is key.

He also talks about life outside the screen—from hiking and cycling to maintaining a healthy balance away from online communities.

Check out the full interview here: