PHP Member System

[Ondes]

Since my access attempt, I downloaded the user system php script from maaking.com (PHP). It is a good script using a db and whatnot, more secure than what I had. However, I need a big help. I have to modify the script so that members cannot just register, and then view the restricted area like it is right now. We need to be able to have users register, and then not be able to view anything until we validate. If there is another different script easier to install or, it is easier to install than modify, please let me know with a link or whatnot as I had much trouble even finding this... I can't do much more PHP than the echo code lol. All help is appreciated, I need to get this finished!

[snoop1990]

It is quiet simple, I think you need a variable that says user is allowed or is not allowed to view content ! So you need another row in your mysql table and then add a simple if request.

I am not familiar with the code you are using and I can not recommend using code without understanding what it does. So either you learn php or use a fully working system like joomla or mambo . Both are really nice content management solutions with great communities and great development. If you do not want to or do not have the time to learn php and build the system your self I recommend to choose one of those big web solutions, because of their community support and straight development.

Both are available on our (the profusehost.net) servers !

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[Ondes]

Would anyone else that has some time be able to help me with this code? I've tried 4+ forums, and I can't get an ounce of help!

[karlpox]

may i look at your side ondes? is it a forum? i can code php but i can't code object-oriented php webiste.

[Ondes]

It isn't a forum, it was actually a member system I was trying to modify, however I am now on the lookout for a new one as we are updating the site. Could you or anyone for that matter recommend me a good one or help to create one/find a tutorial for one. It must support user validation, that is, once someone registers they dont' have access until validated by administrator. Thanks!

[snoop1990]

I think what you want is available in any CMS like joomla or mambo or so. You can design official threatens and ones for registered users only.

CMS = Content Management System, that is what you are looking for !

[Ondes]

Thanks for responding.

I have played around with joomla and mamba and I actually am looking for something quite a bit less intuitive. All I need is page for users to register/login, a place for me to validate those users, and a way to password protect my directory. You'd think it is simple enough to find or do, but I have been trying for over a month.

[snoop1990]

Originally Posted by Ondes

Thanks for responding.

I have played around with joomla and mamba and I actually am looking for something quite a bit less intuitive. All I need is page for users to register/login, a place for me to validate those users, and a way to password protect my directory. You'd think it is simple enough to find or do, but I have been trying for over a month.

You want it simple ? so why do not you create a protected directory on your webspace ? Go to cpanel and the Security / Password protected Directory

I recommend you watch the video provided on that page to understand how to setup protected directories, it is quite easy. If there is something you do not understand you can ask me.

So you design one front page and tell your users to write an email, with their information, then you add them to the allowed users and they have access.

Sure it is not that comfortable, because you have to add each user. But it is one of the most secured techniques cause it is directly based on the Apache base structure, so no mysql hack, or javascript attack will be able to grap the password.

This is the simple way !

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[Ondes]

I like that idea a lot! It seems so simple to think of now that you mention it! Much thanks, that is what I will use, solves all of my problems. I have heard that it is quite secure before too.

[snoop1990]

Ok, so we solved your problem and it is all wonderful again ;-) If you have any further questions feel free to ask!
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