There was a thread a few years ago about country flags. Some people were reluctant as I recall. I think that was where the black flag may have come into use. Not certain about that. I may have just noticed it then for the first time.
It is generally handy to better assist people but I'm OK with not forcing those who have personal reasons to not want to make their location public.
The final opinion seemed to be that it would force many to put a false country, so just as bad or perhaps worse as no country?
I for one have NO problem with anybody that chooses to display a Black flag, it demonstrates they at least have taken the time and effort to do so.
Sure some members must remain anonymous, that's what the black flag is for.
Many newbies are just too lazy.
Many of us are just tired of asking them to display their country for pertinant advice to their queries.
To nearly all newbies credit, they do raise their flag when asked.
Failing enough support for this topic Dave, would you consider amending the Newbies guides to strongly recommend the inclusion of a flag in their profile?