Hi Spud,
I think there is a necessity for temporary new rules now. Of course, no links at the moment, this need not be explicitely said now. But how about statements like 'I just saw the new fantasy series Legend of Moonlake'? Some ppl could have the idea to ask for links via pm. Of course I would never answer such illegal questions, but would it be ok if someone else with a more questionable morale would do it?

I don't think liniking to a site with the link should matter.

I'm not goingto do it unless Spud says I can.

I think we should wait for a few days before we start thinking of other solutions, prhaps it's possible to bring the site back to its normal shape. If not, then we should try those less convenient options, like the one you proposed, @wargand.