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FAQ

MyGossip
How do I add a new post to my profile?
There are two ways to add your gossip. 1. Go to the home page. If you are logged in you can write your gossip in the top bar. You can also add an image and click post. Your gossip will then be shown on our map as well as in your profile. 2. Log into your account (if you are logged out) and go to your profile. In the Latest gossip section click on New Post.
How do I delete a post?
In your profile find the post you’d like to delete, click the post link above your photo and select ‘Delete Post’.
How do I upload my photos?
You can upload your photos as follows: -Click My Profile -Click the Upload Files and Photo Albums link in the Latest Albums box. If you'd like to upload to an existing album select Existing albums and pick which album you'd like your new photos to go into. If you'd like to create a new album select new album and then name your album. By selecting make my album private only you will be able to see your photos when you are logged into the Global Gossip site. They will not show up anywhere else on globalgossip.com -On the next screen you will now be able to upload your images. You can upload multiple images by clicking browse and holding the control key.
How do I create a private album?
If you’d like to upload photos only visible to you, in your profile section select Upload files and photos. By selecting make my album private, only you will be able to see your photos when you are logged into the site. They will not show up anywhere else on globalgossip.com.
How do I change my profile picture?
-Log into to your Global Gossip account. -Click on My Profile, then Change Picture -Click browse and find the location of the image you would like to use. You might have to use a separate photo editing software to resize. If you are on a Global Gossip PC you can use Microsoft Picture Manager to resize or crop your photo.
How do I change my password?
To change your password: Click on Account, then the Change password tab.
I don’t want certain personal information to be shown to others. How do I change this?
By clicking on Account, then the Edit privacy options tab you’ll be able to specify whether or not you’d like things like your age, location, favorite members or profiles items be shown to other members. By unselecting an item it will only be shown to you when you are logged in.
How do I add someone else’s profile as my favourite?
Click on the persons name, this will bring you to their profile page. Now select Add to favourite profile.
How to I send someone a message?
You can click on their name which will bring you to their profile. Now click on Send message.
Still got a question that is not listed?
You can contact us and we'll do our best to help.
Noticeboard
How do I post a new notice?
To post a new notice you will need to be a globalgossip.com member. Once you're signed in go to www.globalgossip.com/noticeboard and click the post new notice button and follow the instructions.
How do I post events?
To post events you will need to become a noticeboard partner. Please see an area manager at a Global Gossip location or contact us at www.globalgossip.com/about/contact.aspx
Parcel Post
What do I do if my parcel hasn't turned up?
You will need to contact Global Postal solutions on +61 2 9476 6440 or go to their website www.globalps.com.au You will need to quote your airway bill number.
Phone Cards
Which countries can I used my Global Gossip card from to make phone calls?
Australia Belgium Canada Colombia Denmark Fiji Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Japan Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Poland South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA Access numbers and surcharges for these countries can be found by clicking on the below link http://globalgossip.com/phonecard/searchrates.aspx
What should I do if I have lost my Global Gossip card?
If you know your PIN you can continue to use your credit however you may wish to call Customer Care to get your card disabled to stop other people using your credit. When you are next at a Global Gossip site pick up a new card and your details and credit can be transferred to a new card if your previous card was registered.
How long is the credit on my Global Gossip card valid for?
Credit is valid for six months from the last recharge or last use, whichever is later. Therefore, so long as you use your card once every six months the credit will never expire.
How do I get a copy of my phone records?
You will need to send a fax with the following information: Phonecard PIN Name Address Contact telephone Signature The fax number is +61 2 9263 0404. A charge of $10 for up to two cards and $5 for each additional card will also be deducted from your phonecard.
How do I get a Global Gossip card it I can't get to a Global Gossip location.
Send an email with your postal address to customer enquiries and a card will be posted out to you.
Can I use my phonecard from a mobile phone?
The phonecard can be used from a mobile phone but your mobile carrier will charge you to dial the access number so you will need to check these charges with them. The call rate from your phonecard will also be higher if you are using the 1300 access number in Australia or the 0800 number in NZ. For full details of these surcharges click on the phonecard link and then search rates.
Wirless / Laptop Access
I accidentally closed the Log Off window, and now I can't log off.
Just disconnect your device from the network and you should automatically be logged off within a couple of minutes. You can disconnect by either turning off your laptop or disabling your network adapter.
How can I send email when connected to the Global Gossip wireless network? Do I need any special SMTP settings?
We provide a service that allows you to use your normal SMTP server settings without the need to add in our SMTP server. Any emails you send are automatically redirected through our server, so your normal SMTP server settings should work as long as you use standard SMTP ports.