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MichaelWalter 4 Reviews 135 reads
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I mean really? TER drops all US based providers, now P411 stops advertising.  
Is this the fucking end? Won't some  website step up and fill the void?
Or maybe TER SHOULD RELOCATE ITS SERVERS OFFSHORE SO IT CAN RESUME NORMAL OPERATIONS!!!!!

CuriousGeorge11529271 reads

Got a notice that p411 is changing there service in 2019.  Good news is that they will start taking new profiles. Bad news is that they will remove all advertising and turn off search.

.... to find Jenny 867-5309 for a good time.
But, we'll be able to verify that she's legit and she'll be able to check our okays.

This is getting more difficult and more ladies will drop out.

....and with these changes I am seriously reconsidering renewing in August.

Steve_Trevor145 reads

When I saw the renewal rates, i.e. About the same for 6 months as I paid for one year before, and considering the reduced functionality, I'm leaning towards not renewing in August.

Well if they're raising rates for providing at least a 50% reduction in services with these changes, I most likely won't be renewing.

PhillFree160 reads

P411 just wants to make as much money as possible while assuming as little risk as possible and providing as few benefits as possible.  These changes allow them to do that.  It is a business.  

Yeah, I got it. Just a little later than others. Was hoping it was a hoax. This will certainly make things even more difficult.

I mean really? TER drops all US based providers, now P411 stops advertising.  
Is this the fucking end? Won't some  website step up and fill the void?
Or maybe TER SHOULD RELOCATE ITS SERVERS OFFSHORE SO IT CAN RESUME NORMAL OPERATIONS!!!!!

in the Netherlands, specifically.

But the new laws make it easier now for international cooperation to get information from other countries, plus the owners and managers of TER can be indicted for operation of a website that facilitates trafficking, and can also be personally sued.

Though they can challenge these things in court, I can't blame them for not wanting to be a target of all these actions, and therefore don't hold them responsible.   It would be nice if the Supreme Court would overturn these awful laws, but don't hold your breath for that now.

It is up to us to find new ways to carry on, though I know it isn't going to be easy.

I was living and working in The Netherlands by 2 years. There the prostitution is legal, so you get your license pay taxes and is ok. Police have an special department to make controls, on Red Light District is easy because they just visit the windows, brothers, clubs, etc. With internet they watch the ads and websites, make a visit as uncover police and discover if it's ok or human traffic. And I give you my word that they are working hard controlling everything.  
So if the webmasters want to have their websites working there, is not a problem, because you can make the registration of your company and pay legal taxes. Then if police ask for cooperation to provide info, they will do it, so they cover their backs, and don't have the consequences as Backpage had.

Kinky.nl is the most popular website for escorts there, and they had problems with a girl who was killed, they had to show information to the local police and a few days after they sent us a private e-mail where we agreed to share the information on the website with the authorities if they required it.

Do you not know that there are a lot of other sites still running. One that starts with E just started back up and it's a dog's breakfast. There are plenty of advertising sites, just a lot of people only stay in there own little circles and don't realize it.
Take a look around. TER and P411 were never the be all and end all. They just worked well for a lot of us and we got used to them.

I was turned down in April since they only accepted provider with US passport or green card
well wonder for what they are collecting all that info anyways.. no platform in Europe is asking for all this information and they are doing well

With a ton of Okays but not a large list of providers in my area (less and less if they don't start allowing newbie providers in again) it may not be worth it to renew.  Just like TER.  My sub here was up just post FOSTA madness and other than 1 review for a few days VIP to clean out my remaining PM's, I just come here to browse the boards now, why pay?  

Once again, so happy i have lifetime membership in P411.  P411 will become more and more useful as other venues die off.  Then again, there will probably be many upstarts striving to take over the USA portions of TER.

JakeFromStateFarm151 reads

Starting in Jan. they will not accept ads any more, though they will open up to new members again.  The question is, without ads, how useful will they be?  You'll have to find an ad on some other site, then use P411 to get her to screen you. Eros is still around but for how long?

Ladies will have to advertise outside of P411 and use P411 as a vetting tool. Advertising on P411 was not that expensive. Now ladies are going to have to spend more money advertising.  

Once the other advertising platforms find out about this change trust me they will be raising there rates.

These sites are trying to find ways to stay up and running now and for the future but what real use will they be if you can't find info your looking for. There will be less than a handful of sites left by the ringing in of the new year. Big question in my mind, will google even search for adult websites. We may not be visible other than using a VPN.

Kisses Haley

GinaXXX186 reads

While we will be getting smaller in 2019, we'll continue to work hard to stay relevant and useful in the vetting process of both sides. It's my life's work to make this community a little safer for everyone involved, and "advertising" was never one of my favorite parts of P411 (although a catalyst to our growth, no doubt).

I know everyone is curious as to "why" these changes are coming. The reality is the years in this business have been a very stressful, with many different issues cropping up, including the recent US legislation, and it's started to take a toll on my health. I need to take a step back and focus on getting better.

Thank you all for your support, it's been a wild ride and hopefully we can get on a smoother path soon.

Always,
Gina

JakeFromStateFarm168 reads

while I wish Gina all the best in dealing with any health issues, just as "Business Communications 101," it's not a good idea telling your customers you "need to take a step back" from a business you expect them to pay for.  Not exactly a confidence-builder.

-- Modified on 6/28/2018 2:46:07 PM

HappyChanges141 reads

genuine post and that goes a long way for many. The fuck biz is unlike any other business. It's a lot more personal with inherent dangers and there's no doubt that P411 mitigates the latter.

I agree. As far as I'm concerned, Gina has done a hell of a job creating a great tool to play safely with minimum hassle. I hope everyone hangs in there and supports her as she reconfigures.

I find the honestly refreshing. There is so much BS in the world of business and frankly when a company claims one thing usually I assume the opposite is at least being discussed if not likely true. So when I  hear a bit of what rings to be true even if it is not exactly good news, I am thankful and more confident in my dealings with said business. Gina has my loyalty exactly because she is frank and honest. If I smell BS I bolt. It is why I quit paying for TER. Too much BS.  

I too wish Gina the best of health and a recovery from any health issues she has.

It is taking a toll on many of us these days Gina and i'm sure it isn't any different for you. We do need some kind of authentication so gentlemen know what ladies have been here for some time and safe to see. In the same token without TER I am very lost finding ladies to see if their legit to give references to. We no longer can use a whitelist here as well, so finding a history of hobbiests is becoming an issue for me.

I'm glad the private provider forum is still here on TER but not many are using or posting there.

Hope you feel better Gina and don't drop us all together as i'm sure so many sites seem to be doing.

Kisses Haley

PhillFree120 reads

Ladies can still give guys white lists.  Can ladies still search handles and see white lists?

WICardinalfan116 reads

So will there be a listing of names, images, p411 numbers by location?  Just no listings for providers which are touring?  

Simply put, in your POV, what constitutes the advertising which will stop in January?

Gina do u accept only US passport?
get well kisses CC

for all your efforts. I'm happy to know that we still able to show our profiles. Just out our P number on all advertising platforms.  
Life is about adjusting to the changes and making the best out of them!  

Veronica,

JakeFromStateFarm147 reads

I also have a bunch of Confederate money, Wiemar Republic marks and some Imperial Russian bonds.  The latter are very nice for framing. Take your choice.

I love P411 and have been a member for maybe three years.
That being said, the changes coming to P411 will probably cause me not to renew when my membership expires in 2019.

Also, I believe the changes will have a significant financial impact on many, many wonderful ladies.
I hate it for both sides of the community!

Thanks for the update.  Hope you get well soon.

PhillFree116 reads

Will the price for a membership be more than cut in half to reflect the reduced benefits?  $5/month or $40/year?

Posted By: GinaXXX
It's my life's work to make this community a little safer for everyone involved,
ohhh...for everyone 'involved'! Safer not necessary for others who are not involved. Thanks. Good to know (extreme sarcasm here. But for everyone who is fighting to keep SW safe, it is well worth remembering that the fight is not for ALL SW but only a select few. Sorry but I'm jaded and disillusioned here)

Since the ads will be gone, does that mean agency/booking agents will have their accounts restored?

Will providers still be able to set their location?  If so, could we just search by location rather than have "advertisements"?  It seems that would be fine...not knowing a lady's location would make even connecting an Eros ad to someone pretty difficult.

souls_harbor128 reads

Additional updates out on p411 changes. One notable upcoming feature will be the ability of clients to invite non-p411 providers to view client's profile.

AND ... client ability to give okays to providers.

BBbecky114 reads

What would your lawyer say? Sounds like a possible legal nightmare if the shit was to ever hit the fan.

The worst thing for me... is that we lose our PM ability on P411. A fair number of girls there use that as the primary means of communication.. also i have a bunch of replies in my inbox.. pre- screening from old and new friends..my plan... WAS.. to hit reply to their response and set something up that way..that will end... I'm planning to note the P411 # of girls I want to see..so at least I  have  a clue who has prescreened me...

Whichever way the wind blows I'm sticking with P411. Its always been good to me and it will still have some benifits.

Senator.Blutarsky133 reads

Even with the changes as outlined, I see value in the service.

If this beautiful woman were to be found there, the service would be invaluable.
On a serious note: I really think it is dependent upon how fruitful the site is in your area. For instance... in my area, the site has less than 150 women listed in the entire state. 95% of whom don't meet my criteria, be it by appeal or rate. I haven't fully decided to leave the site, but I will have to think hard as to whether or not it's cost effective.

There are 22 here, not a single one of interest to me.  Well, maybe 3 or 4 would interest me if their rates were lower. Most of the rest wouldn't interest me if they were free. 🙁

Unfortunately none of that is because of recent changes. P411 has always had minimal presence or utility here, but it was somewhat handy for checking out visiting providers, and for when I travelled. Now with no ads, no ability to search profiles, and no ability to contact providers or book through the site, it is completely worthless.

Oh wow. That is bad. 150 was for my entire state...not counting D.C. itself. Inside the beltway is just too rich for my blood. Not to mention D.C. is a major pain in the ass traffic and parking wise.
Much similar to your assessment, I find most unappealing, too old, or just rated out of the market for me. I also relied mostly on the visiting ads for possibilities. With the scheduling gone, I wouldn't have any idea if a lady I liked even frequented my area at all... much less when they might be in the area. With the new changes, it will be better suited as a tool for gentlemen who do travel to different areas.  
And even the... if the next few months aren't used to store the info of interesting ladies, those men will have trouble using the site as anything other than a verification method.

There is still some value to some people.  To many of us there is no value anymore. Even for those of you that still find some value, do you still feel it is worth the rate? Shouldn't reduced services equal reduced rates?  
Also with many guys and gals stating their intent to leave, do you still think it will have value for you?

Senator.Blutarsky141 reads

Which was about 5 years ago, so I think I've gotten my money's worth already. The only way it would become useless to me would be if there was a mass exodus of the ladies. The ability to get screened quickly and view the ladies profile are still of value to me.  

Yeah, I am kind of bummed that I'll have to find out who's visiting by other means, but once I do, checking their profile and then sending an outside email with my ID for screening is still easy. Sure it was easier sending an appointment request, but using my private email is hardly a burden.  

Plus, the ability to back channel on the site is a welcome addition. Solo mis dos centavos.

I just wanted you to post another picture. 😂
Thanks. 👍🏼

Senator.Blutarsky131 reads

...but I guess I'd rather be hurt by the truth then comforted by a lie.

Posted By: Senator.Blutarsky
Re: Now that's just cruel...
...but I guess I'd rather be hurt by the truth then comforted by a lie.
So sorry to read that you've been hurt. Please post again so I will know that you are OK. All the best ... please.

Senator.Blutarsky125 reads

But since you asked nicely and said please... 😎

Even with the changes, it will still have significant value, because it will be one of the only reliable tools left to avoid being ripped off.

PhillFree130 reads

Yes, but if you cannot use the platform to schedule appointments, then there is no way for P411 to verify that an appointment to place, let alone if you or anyone else was ripped off during an appointment.  

Senator.Blutarsky130 reads

Even though you initiate a request from the site today, P411 doesn't verify an appointment is in place today as most of the confirmations happen via email outside the site. All that's going away is the initial contact from the site. You can still report any misdeeds to them as they want to make sure their members on both sides are reputable. So, I fail to see your point.

Now that is one good looking woman!!

And yes, I think P411 will still have significant value even with the new changes.
Very pleased with the most recent message i received as compared to the initial message.

red hair on her and you have Jessica Rabbit, a movie star I would fuck in a heartbeat.  Lol

PhillFree125 reads

You could whine all you want, but if they don't have any proof such as that as an appointment was made on their system, then it is very unlikely that they are going to do anything.  People can fake e-mails, yada, yada, yada.

GinaXXX131 reads

Please note that an Appointment Request will become an "Invite to View Profile" sent by the client. A contact WILL come through P411 after the changes but the ensuing booking exchange will take place outside of P411, which is what already occurs 95% of the time.

Also, the new "Invite" will have an expiry (time period set by the client) so that the client profiles will be a little more secure than they are now.

P411 clients will also be able to send an "Invite to View Profile" to non-P411 providers, that will allow her to view a limited version of the profile (and sign up for her own P411 account so she use it in her verification process going forward).

The site isn't going to be the same, that much is obvious. However, it would be foolish to ignore what is going on in the world. We need to adapt and stay focused on our original goal, which was to provide a safer environment in the community. That P411 will no longer be a one stop shop is unfortunate, but we will continue to work to make the community at least a little safer/better than it would be without P411.

I appreciate the feedback, comments and support. Disappointment is understandable, I feel it too but I believe that this is the correct path to take.

Always,
Gina

Will we lose our existing inbox? I have saved a number of existing contacts there in the form of responses to PM's

souls_harbor156 reads

I seriously have my doubts some of you are the high rollers you claim to be when you complain about the cost of places like P411, being that is only the cost of maybe a handjob in a parking lot.

but I'm betting the lifetime membership PS and some others paid is significantly higher.  

Just sayin...

Steph

You need to factor in the cost of parking in downtown Tokyo and round trip airfare from NY.  The  shuttle bus alone, from midtown to JFK, is $35.

HappyChanges122 reads

is equivalent to a little under three parking lot handjobs in NYC. But if you leave small tips it's just about equal.

surprised that you know the going rate for a parking lot HJ?   LOL

SALEM NH — A Salem woman and a Haverhill, Mass., man face prostitution charges after an incident behind Walmart Sunday afternoon.

WOMAN, 40, of Salem and MAN, 59, of Haverhill, Mass., face prostitution and related offenses, and are scheduled to appear in Salem District Court.

A citizen called police at 1 p.m. Sunday to report "suspicious activity" behind Walmart at 314 N. Broadway, Deputy police Chief Shawn Patten said.

The caller told police a woman had walked into the woods behind the store, then emerged a few minutes later and gestured to a man in a nearby vehicle.The man, later identified as MAN, parked his truck, got out carrying a blanket and paper towels, then went into the woods with the woman, Patten said.

Officers encountered MAN when he was re-emerging from the woods. He told them he had been taking pictures of foliage, Patten said.

By then, WOMAN had run away from the scene through the woods. She was located in the parking lot at the nearby Wendy's restaurant.

She admitted to police she had performed a sex act on MAN for $25, Patten said.

Both MAN and WOMAN were taken into custody without incident and charged with prostitution and related offenses.

They were released on summonses to appear in Salem District Court.

"In the middle of the daytime, behind Walmart, it's relatively uncommon," Patten said of the incident. "We usually get this type of behavior at local hotels and motels."

GaGambler149 reads

don't seem to have the ability. (With thanks to Ron White)

Of course considering only $25 was exchanged it's pretty obvious the bottom of the barrel was being scraped.

What a woman who charges $25 for a sex act in the woods behind a Walmart must look like.  On a positive note, probably not enough teeth to cause any damage during a BJ.

John_Laroche113 reads

with google.

Actually not as bad as I would have thought.  

 
classy guy even brought his own paper towels, otherwise it might have been $26. LOL

In the east (and NE), it could be a toxic or poisonous experience in the woods if she is Ivy or Sumac.  
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Even worse would be if he (or she) got ticked off and came down with Lyme disease, normally not an STD.

What P411 will be in 6 months is unlikely to be what it will be like once this whole thing plays out.

in six months its likely to be GONE!    Don't be naïve.  Your lifetime membership, which they have long ago spent the money from, is not worth anything to a failing business.  It generates absolutely NO current revenues to fund operations.  As they trim back services and features, more recurring members will come to the realization that its no longer useful to them, and they will drop out, further reducing revenues.  To compound the problem, my understanding is that they are no longer taking NEW members.  There are only two ways to grow a business; get new customers, or get more money out of the customers you have already.  P411 is headed in a direction that does neither.  I would suggest framing your lifetime membership certificate and in 40 years, it might bring $50 on ebay from guy who collects memorabilia from the glory days of the sex industry in the US.

P411 has more than paid for itself already.  Best verification around.  They have cut back areas most subject to FOSATA/SESTA.  A lot of what you say here is wrong, but I am not publishing  info here given to "members only"  The true plan is much more optimistic.  P411 has always done a great job by me.  Nobody should be surprised by what they have done given the legal environment.

-- Modified on 7/10/2018 11:05:12 AM

souls_harbor138 reads

Discussing purported p411 plans is probably plausibly deniable. Republishing the letter(s) less so.

But that said, rumors are (wink wink) that p411 will open up to new members sometime in the future.

they want to avoid being the guest of honor at a funeral.   New money coming in can keep them alive through these troubling times.  

Bottom line is it costs me no additional money to keep using P411.  If it did, then I would have a decision to make.

I sent you an e-mail a few days ago and I didn't got any response. snif snif!
Did you got it or you're delayed?

xoxo

Kaly

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