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Forums
A curated collection of forums and online communities where real people still interact.
No spam, no empty platforms, just active places with actual discussion.
UK & General Communities
- ISPreview Forums - UK broadband, ISP issues, and telecom discussions.
- Overclockers UK Forums - Hardware, gaming, and general chat.
- AVForums - Home cinema, audio, and tech discussions.
- MoneySavingExpert Forums - UK-focused money advice and community support.
Tech & Internet Culture
- Ars Technica Forums - Deep tech discussions and knowledgeable users.
- Lobsters - Hacker News-style community with better moderation and discussion.
- Hacker News - Tech, startups, and thoughtful discussion threads.
- Level1Techs Forum - Hardware, Linux, and self-hosting discussions.
Gaming & Hobby Communities
- RLLMUK - Long-running UK gaming forum with strong community.
- ResetEra - Large gaming forum with active discussions and news.
- Something Awful Forums - Classic internet forum with a unique culture.
Discussion, Ideas & Life
- Straight Dope Message Board - Questions, debates, and general knowledge.
- Mr. Money Mustache Forum - Financial independence and lifestyle discussion.
- City-Data Forum - Real-world discussions about places, life, and experiences.
Indie & Smaller Communities
- IndieWeb Forum - People building and owning their own websites.
- Privacy Guides Forum - Privacy, security, and digital independence.
- NodeBB Community - Forum software community.
Why forums still matter
Forums are one of the last places online where conversations feel real.
No algorithm deciding what you see.
No endless scrolling.
Just people talking, helping, arguing, and sharing knowledge.
They might look old school, but that’s exactly why they still work.