How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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Hi All,

I'm a long time lurker but new member in terms of posting, having only made a handful of posts. I tried my first time starting a new topic rather than replying to other threads. I got a DM about it from another user, so I know it was posted successfully. But, when I checked in a few minutes later it appeared to have been deleted. Does anyone know if there's a good way to figure out what I did wrong?

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Re: How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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Yes, just send a message to one of the moderators.

I'm sure they can tell you the reason your post was deleted.

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Re: How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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You might also go through this and see if perhaps the post was not within policy. This is a moderated forum.

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Re: How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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Broken Man 1999 wrote: Thu Jan 13, 2022 4:54 pm Yes, just send a message to one of the moderators.

I'm sure they can tell you the reason your post was deleted.

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Re: How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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Sometimes they take it down temporarily and re-post it with a different (clearer) title. Or they move it to a different section.
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Google shows you may have posted a thread referring Bogleheads to a forum for VHNW investors. If so, you may have run afoul of this policy:
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Re: How to figure out why a post was deleted?

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Thanks to everyone for the help.

The OP's question has been resolved by PM.
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