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This page hosts requests for global permissions. To make a request, read the relevant policy (global rollback , global sysop , global rename , …) and make a request below. Explain why membership is needed for that group, and detail prior experience or qualifications.

This is not a vote and any active Wikimedia editor may participate in the discussion.

Global rollback and global interface editor requests require no fewer than 5 days of discussion while abuse filter helper and maintainer requests require no fewer than 7 days. Global renamer and global sysop requests require no fewer than 2 weeks of discussion. For requests that are unlikely to pass under any circumstances, they may be closed by a steward without further discussion (after a reasonable amount of input).

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Requests for global rollback permissions

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Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions, and not doing so would reflect poorly on your suitability.
Please also review the Global rollback policy.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting, make sure that: You have sufficient activity to meet the requirements to be allocated the global rollback flag

To make a request
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and explain of why you need the access and why you're suitable.
=== Global rollback for {{subst:u|{{subst:REVISIONUSER}}}} ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!-- don't change this line -->
 |domain    = global <!-- don't change this line -->
 |user name = {{subst:REVISIONUSER}} <!-- don't change this line unless you're nominating another user -->
}}
::''Not ending before {{subst:#time:j F Y H:i|+5 days}} UTC''

The request will be approved if consensus to do so exists after a period of consideration of no less than 5 days (with rare exceptions , no matter how obvious the result may seem). This is not a vote, and all input is welcome. Stewards will determine whether consensus exists; when doing so it is likely that the weight given to the input of those involved in cross-wiki work will be most influential.

Requests for global sysop permissions

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Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions, and not doing so would reflect poorly on your suitability.
Please also review the Global sysops policy.
Stewards
When you give someone global sysop rights, please list them on Users with global sysop access and ask them to subscribe to the global sysops mailing list.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting, make sure that:

  1. You have a global account ;
  2. You are logged in on this wiki, and the account is part of your global account;
To make a request
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and explain of why you need the access and why you're suitable. If you previously requested that right, please add a link to the previous discussion(s).
=== Global sysop for {{subst:u|{{subst:REVISIONUSER}}}} ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!-- don't change this line -->
 |domain    = global <!-- don't change this line -->
 |user name = {{subst:REVISIONUSER}} <!-- don't change this line unless you're nominating another user -->
}}
:''Not ending before {{subst:#time:j F Y H:i|+2 week}} UTC''

The request will be approved if consensus to do so exists after a period of consideration of no less than two weeks (no exceptions are allowed no matter how obvious the result may seem). This is not a vote, and all input is welcome. Stewards will determine whether consensus exists; when doing so it is likely that the weight given to the input of those involved in cross-wiki work will be most influential. Please note: Since 2019 all global sysops are required to have two-factor authentication (2FA) enabled.

Global sysop for Melos

The following request is closed. Please do not modify it. No further edits should be made to this discussion.
Status:    Done
Not ending before 24 May 2023 21:49 UTC

As former steward I wish to help in fighting crosswiki vandalisms, SWMT and GS stuffs. I hope community will trust me again. --Melos (talk) 21:49, 10 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Support Support -Asheiou (they/them • talk) 19:56, 16 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Requests for global rename permissions

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Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions, and not doing so would reflect poorly on your suitability.
Please also review the global rename policy and the global renamers policy page.
Stewards
When you give someone global rename rights, please add them to the list of global renamers and ask them to subscribe to the global renamers' mailing list.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting, make sure that:

  1. You have a global account;
  2. You are logged in on this wiki, and the account is part of your global account;
  3. You have considered the addition of a user language box to your user page
To make a request
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and explain of why you need the access and why you're suitable. If you previously requested that right, please add a link to the previous discussion(s).
=== Global rename for {{subst:u|{{subst:REVISIONUSER}}}} ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!-- don't change this line -->
 |domain    = meta.wikimedia <!-- don't change this line -->
 |user name = {{subst:REVISIONUSER}} <!-- don't change this line unless you're nominating another user -->
}}
:''Not ending before {{subst:#time:j F Y H:i|+2 week}} UTC''

The request will be approved if consensus to do so exists after a period of consideration of no less than two weeks (no exceptions are allowed no matter how obvious the result may seem). While all input is welcome, there is a hard 80% support requirement for this role as per the global renamer policy.

Global rename for Wealszy

The following request is closed. Please do not modify it. No further edits should be made to this discussion.
Status:    Not done
Not ending before 16 May 2023 16:21 UTC

Hello. Necessary to respond to requests to change certain names and usernames on the local wiki. Wealszy (talk) 16:21, 2 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

  • Weak oppose because you haven’t given a reason of why you need/want the rights or why you are qualified to be granted them. You have ~9,000 contributions globally which I find to be quite low. In your request you also state that you want to “ change certain names and usernames on the local wiki.” You rename users globally, so that doesn’t make any sense. I would reapply again once you have over 10,000 global edits and when you are capable of explaining to the community that you are qualified and why you need the rights. Illusion Flame (talk) 22:07, 2 May 2023 (UTC) Neutral Neutral because there are translation issues that prevent me from accurately assessing the candidate. Illusion Flame (talk) 11:02, 5 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
    FWIW I don't think you can rightfully assess the (in)experience of a user with multiple thousands of edits just by checking their edit count against an idiosyncratic threshold, nor do I see why, were the user indeed inexperienced, this should magically change from a 10% increase in that number. As for the concern concerning the nomination, I pinged the user below for clarification and would advise against piling on before we get a response. ~~~~
    User:1234qwer1234qwer4 (talk)     15:38, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
    If we receive a response, I will happily change my !vote, but until then it stays. Illusion Flame (talk) 21:41, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
    @1234qwer1234qwer4: The respond we received says “I need this permission to rename articles” This isn’t even correct. Illusion Flame (talk) 01:25, 5 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Oppose Oppose, it’s not necessary, and there’s no reason for you to need the rights, especially when it’s not exactly the least damaging right. Zippybonzo (talk) 17:51, 3 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Oppose Oppose Please give a valid reason. Tryvix t 15:21, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Adding a ping: @Wealszy, could you clarify what you plan to be working on and what your experience for this permission has been so far? ~~~~
    User:1234qwer1234qwer4 (talk)     15:26, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
    Comment Comment Hello again. I need this permission to rename articles on wikis that need to be renamed, and to respond to username change requests. By local wiki, I mean a wiki in any foreign language (for example: enwiki). Wealszy (talk) 17:05, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Question Question: I like to give you the chance to explain your request a bit more (like 1234qwer1234qwer4), before that, before that I can't really make a fair decision. --TenWhile6 (talk | SWMT) 15:39, 4 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Not done this request is not successful. — xaosflux Talk 18:40, 16 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global rename for AramilFeraxa

Status:    In progress
Not ending before 1 June 2023 18:28 UTC

Hello there! I am here to request global rename permissions. I would like to support other global renamers, especially Polish ones (there are only 3 + steward and in fact 2 of them are active), as one of us recently lost these permissions. I have read the global rename policy, I can also assure you of my activity in using these permissions. I am a sysop on plwiki and a rollbacker on several wikis. Aramil Feraxa (Write to me!) 18:28, 18 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global rename for מקף

Status:    In progress
Not ending before 6 June 2023 02:54 UTC

Shalom,

I'm interested in helping rename mostly in the Hebrew language, like requests that come from HeWiki (I'm very familiar with the local rules).

In addition, I often monitor registrations of problematic usernames, and if the permission is granted I can also track and accompany them through the process more effectively.

I'm a sysop on HeWiki and an importer on HeWikinews, and have enabled 2FA (And I even wrote this guide to encourage its use).

Thank you all, —מקף⁻ණ‎‏ (Hyphen) 02:54, 23 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Requests for global IP block exemption

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Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions. Please review Global IP block exemption. You may request Global IP block exemption via stewards(_AT_)wikimedia.org if you can not edit this page.
Please note: Global IP block exemption does NOT make one immune to locally-created blocks of any sort, only global blocks.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting global IP block exemption, make sure that:

  1. You have a global account ;
  2. You are logged in on this wiki, and the account is part of your global account;
To request global IP block exemption
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and explain why you need the access and why you're suitable. If needed, link to relevant discussions.
=== Global IP block exempt for {{subst:u|{{subst:REVISIONUSER}}}} ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!--don't change this line-->
 |domain    = global<!--don't change this line-->
 |user name = {{subst:REVISIONUSER}}
}}
<Add an explanation here>, thanks, --~~~~

The request will be approved if there is demonstrated need for the permission, such as bypassing a global block from someone who is not the intended target.

Global IP block exempt for Endermoongame

Status:    In progress

I am from the People's Republic of China, where, as stewards may know, access to virtually all Wikimedia projects has been blocked. While I have been granted local IP block exempt on Chinese Wikipedia, I would like to contribute to other Wikimedia projects such as Wiktionary and Wikidata as well, so a global IP block exempt would be really helpful. Thanks. --Endermoongame (talk) 23:57, 23 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]


Global IP block exempt for Rhodesian05

Status:    On hold

I am one of active Polish Wikipedia Editors. I'm asking about GIPBE, because I usually use VPN due to my safety. Thank you, Rhodesian05 (talk) 14:15, 29 April 2023 (UTC)[reply]

@Rhodesian05: Please provide a little more detail either in a UTRS ticket or by emailing the stewards. -- Amanda (she/her) 12:59, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
@Masti proszę o pomoc. Rhodesian05 (talk) 13:40, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
@AmandaNP I think that Polish (native) steward could help me. Rhodesian05 (talk) 13:41, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
I have no issue with a native Polish speaker helping you, but just to be clear, a more specific reason is required, whether it's Masti or me that will assist you. -- Amanda (she/her) 13:56, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Tracking ticket:2023052110006821. -- Amanda (she/her) 14:08, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP Block Exempt for alistair3149

Status:    On hold

Per UTRS #72868 --DeltaQuadBot (talk) 20:00, 1 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

 On hold Awaiting reply. -- Amanda (she/her) 13:04, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP block exempt for Huggums537

Status:    On hold

Hi. I edit English Wikipedia and Commons plus a couple others now and again. My concerns are security and privacy. The Wikimedia sites are the only ones that make me turn off my VPNs or use non privacy-masking browsers (such as TOR etc.). I have two lengthy blocks on my record, but both of those blocks required a standard checkuser investigation, and no evidence of sockpuppeting has ever been found because it is just something I don't do. I've been back in good standing for probably at least two years now, and I made good on my promise to create a new article (2 of them now in fact). Also, if it helps, I did gain additional user rights after my unblock so this should promote the idea I can be a trusted user. I promise to use the exemption responsibly as a show of my gratitude for my continuous security to be enabled. I have also requested the exemption via email at the local level on English Wikipedia, but want to cover my bases for other places I might edit as well. Thanks. Huggums537 (talk) 10:00, 9 May 2023 (UTC) Updated on 10:28, 9 May 2023 (UTC) Updated again on 21:36, 9 May 2023 (UTC) Updated one final time on 21:44, 9 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Given the block history mentioned, I would be most comfortable moving forward here after the local IP block exemption flag is granted (and you are likely to encounter local blocks not covered by GIPBE anyway). --Base (talk) 10:05, 15 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Sure. Thanks for responding. I'm still waiting for a reply from my local CU's, and I believe many of them are familiar with my unblocking situation as well so I agree they will be best to grant exemption first also. Thanks. Huggums537 (talk) 14:24, 15 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
@Base, how long should we wait to hear from my local CU's, and how long do these requests usually stay open here? I've seen a couple that have been on here since mid-late April, but I have no idea how long the backlog is on my local CU's list because we send in emails for the request or use this "UTRS" ticketing/server system that normal users aren't able to see. I'd like to keep this open until hearing from them since I have linked to this discussion as part of my request to my local CU's, and I'd like to keep them in the loop without breaking any chains if possible. Huggums537 (talk) 02:58, 18 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Huggums537, most requests don't take very long, but most requests aren't like yours.
Security/privacy exemptions from the no open proxies policy are generally limited to users who seek security from external actors, such as governments...not for privacy from the website you're accessing, i.e., Wikimedia projects. Our anti-abuse mechanisms are heavily reliant on IP information, and we try to avoid granting IPBE except when it is necessary to allow people to safely edit. This is especially important when there have been concerns about a user's behavior, as you note with your home wiki block log.
Most VPNs allow some sort of split tunneling, which would allow you to continue to use a VPN on other sites/applications while connecting to Wikimedia projects normally. I hope this helps. Best, Vermont (🐿️—🏳️‍🌈) 22:47, 21 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks for the reply. VPN is not my only means of privacy/security. TOR and other proxy based privacy browsers I use do not offer split tunneling. Also, split tunneling doesn't help me since I use these privacy/security features to seek security and privacy from outside actors who could also follow me to websites I'm accessing such as Wikimedia projects, thus the reasoning for my request. As for my blocks, I never should have even mentioned those, and only did so to show honestly about my past. I see no rational explanation for you saying anything about it being a "behavioral concern" because if there were any truth to that I should never have been unblocked in the first place considering blocks are supposed to be preventative of any behavioral concerns, not punitive behavior assessments against users to follow them around for the rest of their lives... Huggums537 (talk) 23:18, 21 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
I understand general concerns about security, but you haven't articulated a reason for why your usage of Wikipedia needs to be anonymous, i.e., warrants an exemption from the no open proxies policy. Vermont (🐿️—🏳️‍🌈) 23:41, 21 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
I have, but you seem to be wanting [even more] specifics, and that would make for very bad privacy/security use on a public forum. [In other words, I have already mentioned concerns about someone following me...] Huggums537 (talk) 23:46, 21 May 2023 (UTC) Updated on 23:49, 21 May 2023 (UTC) Updated again on 23:53, 21 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
If it helps anyone to make a decision on the matter, I can let you know (without giving too many personal details) it has been a situation serious enough to warrant me reporting the matter to law enforcement authorties, the FTC, the IRS, my local state employment agency, and having a credit freeze done on my credit reports. I think if my situation warrants all that, it warrants an exemption from this open proxies policy. Huggums537 (talk) 02:41, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
I just want to avoid trading all my personal information for something it will cost you all nothing to trust me with since the worst possible thing I could ever do with it is get myself blocked again. Huggums537 (talk) 03:06, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
It doesn't cost anything to restore vandalized pages, or block users who abuse this privilege, but it could end up costing me everything the longer I'm vulnerable on these sites... Huggums537 (talk) 05:05, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
One more thing I forgot to mention is that another reason the split tunneling does not help me is because it is a requirement for my employment that I must travel, and connecting to public Wifi is a security/privacy risk that split tunneling does not protect me from to allow me to safely edit since the features of my current VPN don't allow that. Huggums537 (talk) 22:27, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP block exempt for Nadzik

Status:    On hold
@Nadzik: You can't request this right without any reason. -- Amanda (she/her) 13:32, 20 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]
@AmandaNP, I've sent an VRT ticket, but was directed to apply here. My reason for the request is me often using VPN during my travels and while using a public internet hotspots. I have been affected by global IP bans in the past when trying to edit projects where I don't hold advanced permissions (e.g. en.wiki or commons). Please let me know if additional information is required. Nadzik (talk) 19:42, 22 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP Block Exempt for FireDragonValo

Status:    In progress

Per UTRS #73260 --DeltaQuadBot (talk) 00:11, 23 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP Block Exempt for SkyWarrior

Status:    In progress

Per UTRS #73347 --DeltaQuadBot (talk) 00:11, 23 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Global IP Block Exempt for ProgVal

Status:    In progress

Per UTRS #73777 --DeltaQuadBot (talk) 00:11, 23 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Requests for 2 Factor Auth tester permissions

Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions.
Testing this service may result in the loss of your access and is not recommended for inexperienced users.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting 2FA tester global permissions, make sure that:

  1. You are logged in on this wiki;
  2. You have read the help page about two-factor authentication and understand how it could lead to irrecoverable loss of access to your account ;
To request 2FA tester global permissions
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and INDICATE you have read the Help page.
If the request page is currently protected, please file as an edit request on the talk page.
=== 2FA Tester for {{subst:u|{{subst:REVISIONUSER}}}} ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!--don't change this line-->
 |domain    = global <!--don't change this line-->
 |user name = {{subst:REVISIONUSER}}
}}
<Add an explanation here>, thanks, --~~~~

The request will be approved if there is no reason not to grant one. A steward will review the request.

2FA Tester for INTERCO

Status:    In progress

I would like to protect this account with 2FA. This account is for editing from public Wi-Fi, etc., and it is not used frequently, so you may not notice unauthorized login.I have read and understood the help page about 2FA. , thanks, --INTERCO (talk) 13:53, 24 May 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Requests for other global permissions

Please be sure to follow the instructions below:
Your request might be rejected if you don't follow the instructions.
Instructions for making a request

Before requesting additional global permissions, make sure that:

  1. You are logged in on this wiki;
  2. No specific section on this page exists for the permission you want to request;
To request additional global permissions
Copy the template below to the bottom of this section and explain what kind of access you need and why. If needed, link to relevant discussions. If you hold, or have previously held, the right and are asking for either a renewal or revival of that right, please add a link to the previous discussion.
=== <Add requested permission here> for [[User:Foo|Foo]] ===
{{sr-request
 |status    = <!--don't change this line-->
 |domain    = global<!--don't change this line-->
 |user name = Username
 |discussion=
}}
<Add an explanation here>, thanks, --~~~~

The request will be approved if consensus to do so exists after a short period of consideration. A steward will review the request.

See also

Cooperation requests for: comments (local) (global) · translation

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