>>4086While it's true that verification adds an extra layer ofsecurity to a platform, mandatory verification can be a double-edged sword. On one hand it keeps out bots and trolls,but onthe otherhand it can also block legitimateusers who don't have access to email or phone services.Optionalverification wouldallowformoreinclusivityandwouldmakeit easierforpeopletojointheplatformwithoutanyhassles.However,asyoumentioned,
thiscouldalsoopenupthefloodgatesfortrollsmandspammers.It'ssomethingthatneeds tobebalancedproperly.