PROTEST MODDEX.GG
An official initiative addressing unmonitored community feedback channels, mod author reputation damage, and API compliance concerns.
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Statement of Concern
1. Clarification on Downloads and Revenue
To remain entirely factual: Moddex.gg correctly routes file download links to official sources (such as CurseForge). Consequently, Moddex.gg does not directly steal download metrics or direct file revenue from developers.
2. The Core Problem: Reputation Damage via Unmonitored Feedback
While downloads are correctly redirected, Moddex.gg generates independent comment, rating, and feedback sections for listed mods without the authors' knowledge or consent.
Because developers are unaware these third-party comment sections exist, user bug reports and support inquiries submitted on Moddex.gg go completely unanswered. Players incorrectly assume the author is neglectful or hostile, leading to severe, unmerited reputation damage and user abandonment.
3. Platform Terms of Service & API Compliance
Moddex.gg relies on platform APIs to populate its directory. While CurseForge's Terms of Service currently permit third-party metadata retrieval, Modrinth's Terms of Service are ambiguous regarding complete catalog proxying.
We encourage community members and creators to submit formal inquiries to both CurseForge and Modrinth support and legal teams regarding potential API policy misuse at the moddex.gg domain.
Direct Action: Email Moddex Management
Put pressure on Moddex.gg management directly by sending a pre-formatted email expressing concerns regarding author consent and unmonitored comment sections.
Recipient: hello@moddex.gg
Subject: Notice of Concern: Unmonitored Mod Listings and Author Rights
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Conduct Guidelines
To maintain absolute legitimacy, participants in this campaign must adhere to the following principles:
- Remain Factual: Focus strictly on documented issues regarding unmonitored feedback sections and API compliance.
- Zero Harassment: Do not engage in threats, personal attacks, or spam against any individuals associated with Moddex.gg. Hostility damages the validity of creator concerns.
- Report via Official Channels: Inquire directly with CurseForge and Modrinth support regarding third-party API policies.
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