Hey all
There's no easy way to start with this, so I'll just jump to it.
I think I'm going to have to shut down IceInSpace.
The server hosting is AU$2k per year , and it's not something I'm able to keep paying. The advertising that kept the site running has all but disappeared, and even on the current hosting, I can't get hold of Terry anymore so I literally don't have access to some of the backend/server going forward.
I'm pursuing options of how I can keep IceInSpace alive...
My current preferred option is to move to a new, modern platform with a modern version of vBulletin (mobile responsive, larger file size limits etc). Starting with the
forum, and try to move the site/articles later.
The bigger risk is that I won't be able to migrate the 20 years of history of the forum to a new forum, too. I won't know for sure until I find a new platform and see what migration options are available.
I'm still working on how I can get the hosting bills can get paid (via a partner or similar), because the bill is due literally right now.
The only other option, is to say our goodbyes..
I wanted to give you a heads-up.. I know there's some smart people in this community and maybe there'll be some ideas I haven't thought of.