The End Is Near: Helping Chess.com Say Goodbye to Spam Infections

Hey everyone,

You’ve probably noticed some strange chain messages spreading across Chess.com profiles lately — things like the “frog infection”, “rice”, and other weird status trends. What started as harmless fun has unfortunately turned into spam that risks getting players banned without them even realizing it.

As someone who originally created some of these infections, I want to take responsibility and help put an end to this. We want Chess.com to be a safe, fun, and welcoming community for all players — not a place where people get pressured into spreading chain messages or face unfair consequences.

What’s Going On?
These “infections” involve changing your status or bio to something cryptic.
The system now flags this behavior as spam.
Players who keep these messages risk warnings or bans.
It’s confusing because many don’t know the rules or the risks.
What Can You Do?
Remove any infection-related messages from your profile or status.
Warn your friends gently if you see they’re infected.
Wait for my signal — I’ll update my bio with a green dot 🟢 when it’s time to start cleaning up and reporting repeat offenders.
Until then, there’s no punishment — just a chance to fix it before it’s too late.
Why This Matters
Chess.com is about strategy, respect, and fun. These chain infections don’t fit that vision anymore. By working together, we can stop this nonsense and keep our community safe and welcoming.

 
I’m counting on you — my friends and fellow players — to help spread the word. The end is near, and together, we’ll make sure it’s for the better.

Thank you for listening and acting. Let’s keep Chess.com great!

— @I_Like_Losing_Pieces