I initially enjoyed my experience on Allpoetry.com, immersing myself in the community and dedicating countless hours to hosting contests and engaging with fellow poets. However, my positive experience took a sharp turn due to an unjust accusation from Kevin, the owner of the site. Without any prior discussion or investigation, Kevin accused me of "giving medals to members of my family, " a claim that was completely unfounded as no member of my family was ever on the site. Even more frustrating, the medals are virtually worthless and merely serve as a token of encouragement within the community.
Kevin’s unilateral decision to label me guilty without any evidence or opportunity for me to defend myself was incredibly disheartening and unprofessional. It felt like a betrayal of the trust and effort I had invested in the platform. Due to this unfair treatment, I made the decision to delete my account that very day, leaving behind all the hard work and time I had poured into my contests.
Allpoetry.com might have a thriving community, but the management’s rash and baseless accusations, along with their lack of communication and respect for dedicated members, make it an unreliable and disappointing platform. I would advise anyone considering joining to be wary of the arbitrary and unjust actions that can undermine your experience and contributions.