Forum Downtime - software update May 20-22 2025

[Janet H]

We are on track to convert the forum to new software. It has been many years since we've had a update, and it's finally time.

To do this, we'll need to close the forum. This is scheduled for May 20-22 beginning very early in the morning (subject to change if there are complications). The forum will be back online Thursday the 22nd (exact time unknown). If we can get the forum back online more quickly, we will.

Email/Password Login:
Upon reopening, you will need to log in with the email address associated with your account and your password. This is a change as you currently log in with username and password and so make sure you have updated your forum account to reflect your current email address.

Other changes upon returning to open:
RV LIFE Single Sign-on: Your account will be integrated into the RV LIFE network login system so you can log in to any other RV LIFE sites you may already use (Campground Reviews, Trip Wizard, iRV2, etc). If you already have an RV LIFE account, you will be logging in with those login credentials.

The Forum software is being updated to a newer version of our software platform (XenForo). All the usual controls will be available, but buttons and functions will be moved around a bit. Modern software means a much better browsing experience! Look for a new "How To" thread in the forum admin section after we reopen to help with your questions.

More changes:
The forum colors and header image will be updated
Image storage will be increased.
Message inbox storage will be increased
Responsive for mobile use: XenForo has a mobile view that is entirely responsive to device size. Use a browser to open the site and you'll have a good view. You can even set an app-like icon on your phone (really a bookmark)

New functions:
Image handling will be improved.
There will be an updated and improved table editor and new tools for great-looking replies to posts.
New OP badge to denote the Original Poster (thread starter) of a thread - handy for long topics.

RV LIFE Pro Members = No Ads
Ad-free viewing for forum members who have RV LIFE Pro subscriptions. (Trip Wizard and the RV LIFE Mobile GPS) they will also have a cool new badge displaying on their profiles
Be patient after the site opens, it takes a little time to get settings dialled in, but we will bring the site back online as soon as possible (even while adjustments are still being made).

If you have any trouble logging in, please use the contact link at the bottom of the site to reach the help desk. We can help with account issues, and password resets if needed.

We'll all have a learning curve when the site updates, but we believe that the faster site response and more robust features will be a great improvement.