How long am I a "new" member?

I tried replying to the latest message in my private-message queue, and the system tells me I’ve hit my temporary limit of 3 replies per subject. So how long do I remain in “new” status? I have no way to reply to gadgetoid’s latest PM to me.

I’ve promoted you to “member” I’ve honestly no idea how the permissions system works in this forum- I’m an Invision Power Board vet- but hopefully that should sort it out. The same applies to most other people- if you’re able to ask to be promoted or why you can’t post a picture/reply to things then I’m reasonably sure you’re not a bot and will promote you!

SWMBD (she who must be dismayed) has called me several things, but “bot” is not one of them.