Conversations replace Private Messages on the new forum. There are multiple ways to start a Conversation with a forum member. Here's a couple of ways you can start a conversation. Click the members Avatar, then click 'Start a Conversation' Another option is to click on your username on the top menu (on the right hand side of the menu). Click Conversations: Then click 'Start a Conversation' Enter the members username in the field. It will automatically search for users based on your text entry: Hopefully this will help you get used to the new Private Message system of the forum. Rob.