Is it considered espionage for forum administrators to view their members' messages when necessary?
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A manager's viewing of members' messages when necessary is considered a form of spying, but it is not prohibited if there is a need for it, such as a forum manager viewing members' messages to stop impermissible speech according to Islamic law and to prevent sin from occurring among them, especially if the members have agreed to the terms of service.
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