📌 What is 4chan?
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Website: https://www.4chan.org
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Founded by Christopher Poole (aka "moot") in 2003
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Style: Anonymous posting with minimal moderation
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Content: Ranges from memes and anime to politics, tech, and adult material
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Boards: Organized by topic, such as:
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/b/ – Random (not safe for work, anything-goes board)
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/pol/ – Politically Incorrect (often controversial)
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/g/ – Technology
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/a/ – Anime & Manga
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/fit/ – Fitness
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/int/ – International
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⚠️ Important Notes
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Anonymity: No account required; posts are generally anonymous.
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NSFW Content: Some boards are not safe for work; discretion is advised.
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Moderation: Minimal, leading to both creative freedom and controversial material.
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Not for everyone: While 4chan birthed many internet memes (like Pepe the Frog, Rickrolling, etc.), it has also been criticized for hosting offensive and extreme content.
🛑 Caution
If you're considering posting or linking anything from 4chan:
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Be careful with content legality and platform guidelines (especially on Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
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Avoid sharing NSFW or controversial material outside appropriate contexts.