For some reason I am not able to reply to threads or private message anyone. Do you have to have a certain post count?
Any account on moderated status is unable to send emails or private messages to other members. All new accounts are initially on moderated status. This is to help prevent forum spam, or people who register just to send spam messages.
After your first several posts at ZBC you will switch to regular status automatically. You’ll know it’s happened because your posts will start showing up as soon as you make them.