If you're looking to post anonymously on Ao3, there are a few things you need to do. First, create a new email account that you will use solely for Ao3. This account should have no personal information attached to it whatsoever. Once you have created your new email, head over to Ao3 and sign up for a new account. When prompted for your name, use a pseudonym or a made up name. Next, go to your account settings and make sure that everything is set to private. This includes your email address, profile information, and any other identifying information. Once everything is set to private, you can start posting your work on Ao3 without worry about anyone being able to identify you.
How do I ensure my anonymity when posting on ao3?
There are many ways to ensure your anonymity when posting on ao3. The most important thing is to use a pseudonym when creating your account and posting your work. You can also create a separate email account to use exclusively for ao3. Additionally, you can use a VPN to mask your IP address and make it more difficult to trace your activity back to you. Finally, be careful about what personal information you include in your work. Avoid using your real name, address, or other identifying information. If you must include such information, be sure to use a fake or made-up name.
Frequently Asked Questions
What details do I need to include when posting on AO3?
Title and a link to the work's AO3 page (if it exists) are all you need.
How do I save and post my work on AO3?
To save your work as a draft and come back to it later, select "Save Without Posting". Once you're happy with the preview, select the "Post" button below and your work will be posted on AO3 for people to enjoy. Please note: Unposted drafts are automatically deleted from AO3 one month from the date they're created
How do I post to archive of Our Own (AO3)?
Log in to Archive of Our Own (AO3). Do this by clicking/tapping the Log in button at the top right of the page. Then type in your username and password. Press Post at the top of the screen and select New Work. The first step is to choose a format for your story. You have two options: text or images. If you're posting text stories, you'll need to write out your story in full, including any headers and footers you want included (as well as any attributions you want mentioned). If you're posting images, you can either upload them individually or include a link to an online gallery. Once your story is ready, click on the Upload Files button and navigate to where you want to deposit your files. You can either upload all of your files at once or break them down into individual parts as needed. When everything is uploaded and sorted according to what you want displayed
Can you type in AO3 from scratch?
No, the only way to type in AO3 from scratch is to use the rich text function and then copy/paste your story into the appropriate forum space.
How do I backdate my work on AO3?
Select the day, month, and year of publication.
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