XF 2.0 Can I close a forum to further comments but keep it visible?

[kelbel0109]

Hello,

As the title says really - I'd like to close my forums (so no future comments and no future posts) but keep the existing posts and comments visible for SEO purposes. Is this possible please?

Many thanks

Kelly

 

[Paul B]

For the whole site?

Remove the various posting permissions for the Registered user group and disable registration.

 

[Old Nick]

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