Community Talk
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What is the difference between my profile and a space?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Your profile is your personal area where you can publish your own updates and activity. A space is a shared community area organised around a subject. Only members of a space can post there, and posts should remain relevant to that space.
How do I join a space?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Open the space and use the available join option. Many spaces are open to join immediately. Some spaces may require approval before membership is granted. You must be a member before you can post inside a space.
What are spaces and topics?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Spaces organise community discussions around a particular subject or type of content. Topics help organise posts within a space so members can find more specific discussions. When posting in a space, choose the topic that best matches your post.
How do I post in a space?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Open the space you want to contribute to and create your post from inside that space. You must be a member of the space before you can post. Choose the most relevant topic where the space uses topics, and keep the post relevant to that space.
How do I post to my profile?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Open your profile or personal feed and create your post there. Profile posts are suitable for general updates, questions, project progress and business or product news. They do not require you to select or join a space.
Can I follow individual topics, or do I need to join the entire space?
Last Updated: 1 October, 2025At the moment, following applies only to users, not to topics or spaces. If you want to keep up with discussions around a specific topic, you need to join the space where that topic is being discussed. By joining a space, you’ll see all of its updates, events, and posts in your feed. Following is...
Will someone know if I follow them?
Last Updated: 1 October, 2025Yes — when you follow another user, they will receive a notification letting them know you have started following them (unless they have disabled this type of notification in their personal settings). This ensures transparency: following is intended as an open and visible way of showing interest in another member’s activity, not a private or...
Can I unblock someone later?
Last Updated: 1 October, 2025Yes — blocking is reversible at any time. If you decide to unblock a user, you can do so from your settings or from the same menu where you originally applied the block. Once unblocked, that user may again be able to follow you, message you, or interact with your activity — provided your privacy...
What happens when I block another user?
Last Updated: 1 October, 2025Blocking is a stronger measure than unfollowing. When you block someone, you restrict their ability to interact with you in the community. They will not be able to follow you, send you direct messages, or continue existing chat conversations with you. Depending on privacy settings, they may still see your public posts or profile, but...
Can I follow another user even if we don’t share the same spaces?
Last Updated: 1 October, 2025Yes — following is not limited by shared space membership, it is a user-to-user connection. This means you can follow any member of the community and see more of their activity in your personal feed, even if you never join the same spaces as them. The feature is designed to make it easier to stay...
What’s the difference between following someone and joining a space?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Following lets you keep up with another user or business and their activity. Joining a space makes you a member of that space and allows you to take part in its discussions. You must be a member of a space before you can post inside it.
How do I update my profile information?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025Click your profile photo or name to access Profile Settings. From there, you can edit your display name, bio, profile picture, and other preferences. Keeping your profile updated helps other community members connect with you and improves how your contributions are seen.
Can I search for topics or posts?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025Yes. Use the search bar (typically located at the top of the page) to explore posts, topics, and questions across all spaces you have access to. It’s a quick way to find relevant discussions, helpful advice, or past answers before creating a new post yourself.
What is a digest email?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025A digest email is a curated summary of activity across the community spaces and topics you follow. Instead of constant notifications, it gives you a gentle, periodic overview — highlighting new conversations, popular posts or updates you may have missed. You can usually adjust how often these emails are sent or turn them off altogether.
How do I unsubscribe from notifications?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025If you’re getting too many alerts, you can either unfollow individual spaces or topics or head to your notification preferences in your profile to disable certain types of notifications entirely. This gives you the flexibility to stay involved on your own terms, without feeling overwhelmed.
How do email notifications work across the community?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025Your email notification settings apply across all spaces you’re a member of. Here’s what you can expect: New Post Notifications You can choose to subscribe to notifications for new posts on a space-by-space basis. This gives you control over which areas of the community you want to stay updated on.
What should I do if I see inappropriate content?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025If you come across any posts or comments that seem inappropriate or violate community guidelines, you can report them directly by clicking the “Report” option on the post. A moderator will review it and take action if needed to keep the space safe and supportive for everyone.
What are community badges and how do they work?
Last Updated: 31 May, 2025Badges are digital achievements awarded based on your participation in the community. You can earn badges by posting helpful content, receiving likes, completing your profile, or contributing to discussions over time. They’re a fun way to recognise your involvement and build credibility.
How do I ask for guidance on a lighting project?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025To ask for guidance, join the appropriate Space for example “Lighting Rooms” and choose a relevant topic category (such as Kitchen, Bedroom, or Bathroom), and click on “What’s happening”. You will then be able to provide a brief title and as much detail as possible — including photos if available — to help others give...
Where can I find inspiration for lighting different areas of my home or garden?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025The community includes various spaces where members share inspiration, such as “Lighting Rooms,” “Outdoor Lighting,” or “Lighting Design”. These areas are filled with photos, ideas, and real-life examples to help you visualise how lighting can transform spaces both indoors and out.
Can I promote my business or products in the community?
Last Updated: 16 August, 2026Yes — you can post business and product updates to your own profile. Posts made inside a space should be relevant to that space and its topic. Avoid using general discussion spaces for repeated promotional or sales posts unless the space is specifically intended for that type of content.
Are there any rules I should know about?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025Yes — the community has a set of guidelines to keep things helpful, respectful, and relevant. This includes being kind to others, staying on topic, avoiding spam or excessive self-promotion and using appropriate language. Breaking these rules may result in content removal or account restrictions.
Can I upload photos or videos?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025Yes! Visual content is a big part of the community experience. You can upload photos and short videos to showcase your lighting work or to help illustrate questions and ideas. Be sure to keep content relevant, respectful and within the guidelines.
What kinds of things can I post?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025Members are encouraged to post a wide range of lighting-related content. This can include questions about lighting design, before-and-after photos of projects, product recommendations, DIY tips, technical advice, or inspirational ideas. Whether you need help choosing the right bulb or want to show off your latest garden lighting setup, it’s all welcome here.
Is there a cost to use the community?
Last Updated: 6 December, 2025No, using the Light Ideas Community is completely free. All features — including reading posts, contributing to discussions, sharing photos, and connecting with others — are available to members at no charge.
How do I become a community member?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025Joining is easy. Simply click on the sign-up button and register using your email address. Once your account is created, enter your name and I’ll be able to participate in discussions, post content, comment on threads and interact with other members. No approval is needed — it’s quick and open to all.
Who can join the community?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025The community is open to anyone with an interest in lighting, regardless of knowledge. This includes homeowners, renters, interior designers, electricians, DIYers to lighting professionals. If you’re curious about improving your space with creative or practical lighting ideas, you’re more than welcome to join.
What is the Light Ideas Community?
Last Updated: 30 May, 2025The Light Ideas Community is an online space where people passionate about lighting can connect, share ideas, and explore inspiration for all things lighting — from indoor ambience to outdoor installations. Whether you’re a homeowner looking for design advice or a professional with projects to showcase, this is a place to ask questions, discover new...