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If you have ever stumbled upon the famous cs.rin.ru forum rules %C2%A76 (or simply "Rule §6"), you know you are looking at something different from your average Reddit etiquette guide. Let’s break down what makes this forum tick, and why a single paragraph about "manners" is the glue holding the scene together. cs.rin.ru forum rules %C2%A76
Files used to bypass digital rights management (DRM), such as cracks and emulators, are generally allowed. Files used to bypass digital rights management (DRM),
As of 2025, cs.rin.ru has survived where others (like Pirate Bay’s original forum) died. The reason is strict adherence to §6-like rules. However, new threats have caused the moderators to add unofficial "sub-clauses" to §6, including: However, new threats have caused the moderators to
Analysis of Rule §6 regarding the requesting of games, software, and forum resources.
6.1. It is forbidden to post links to resources that contain malicious software (viruses, trojans, miners). 6.2. It is forbidden to post links to resources that require registration to download a file (shorteners, leech sites). 6.3. CRITICAL: It is forbidden to post links to "scene releases" (ISO, BIN, or pre-cracked repacks) from unofficial mirrors. The only accepted releases are those from the original scene groups (RELOADED, CODEX, RUNE, etc.) or uploads to the cs.rin.ru local file attachment system. 6.4. THE GOLDEN RULE: It is forbidden to ask for or provide links to clean Steam files (unmodified game backups) if the game is currently available for purchase and uses custom DRM (Denuvo, Arxan, etc.). Requests must be made in the appropriate "Steam Content Sharing" subforum. 6.5. CRYPTO & MONEY: It is completely forbidden to post links to cryptocurrency miners, paid link shorteners (adf.ly, linkbucks, etc.), or ask for donations in exchange for cracks. 6.6. THE DEATH SENTENCE: Posting links to a game’s original .exe file if the game is protected by Denuvo Anti-Tamper before a public crack is available is strictly forbidden and results in an immediate permanent ban.
: Avoid using "piracy" slang. Focus on technical terms like "Steam files," "clean backups," and "compatibility tools." Consequences of Violation Violating §6 is usually met with a permanent ban