Support via e-mail that has a 24 hour lag is extremely frustrating to the users because it often takes a few e-mails and responses for support to actually understand the problem and then the answer is often not complete even after that. To get a truly helpful response to a difficult question often takes several days at that pace.
Thatâs why itâs so important to have a working forum that is moderated effectively. Frankly, there is no good reason to require that posts be approved prior to being posted. There are lots of easy ways to prevent spam on forums, and if some does get through, it is simple to remove it. If there is an efficiently working forum, a lot of support can be done by other users. Also, the answers to many questions that would otherwise be e-mailed to support can be found on the forum, which lightens the load for support and is a great convenience for the users of the software.
The ZLT forum has been neglected for a few years. Users trying to ask questions have their posts disappear into limbo because whoever is supposed to be moderating the forum never approves any posts. That is a great way to alienate any current or potential customers.
I think you have some good software, but the forum is next to useless. It is a shame because it makes your good software seem much less appealing.
If you have any questions about how to curb spam on your forum I would be happy to give you some assistance. Feel free to PM me if you would be more comfortable.