Giving ranks to members of new forum query

[mrb.frequency]

I am just a little bit confused right now. I am starting a new forum soon but I am puzzled about the ranking arrangements for my members. Should I give them ranks as per the post counts or should I rank them as per the appreciations from the other members say 'thanks', which one is better??

[batman]

Both are fine. You can use them according to your benefits or needs of your forum. You can use both of them at once. It your choice.

[frank]

I think giving members ranks according to the likes received are better. it increases the trustworthiness of your forum.