LaunchWakeCan I post my startup on dev.to?
You can share here directly, provided you follow the format. Posts are rarely removed when they lead with substance instead of a pitch.
Why the ban risk is low
- Built for sharing what you made — no promo-specific restrictions beyond the format.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Publish a genuine technical article — a tutorial, walkthrough, or retro.
- Tag it correctly (#webdev, #node) and canonical-link your own blog.
- Don't make the article a thin wrapper around a product pitch.
Account requirements
- Publish a substantive post or two first so the account isn't 'designed primarily for promotion' (Terms wording).
- Put the full story in the post body — link-only posts violate the Terms.
- Launch under #showdev and keep it community-driven, not salesy (the tag's own guideline).
- Disclose affiliate or compensated links.
Source: dev.to Terms of Use + #showdev tag guidelines — no formal gate; content must not be primarily promotional and #showdev is explicitly 'for showing off projects and launching products'.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on dev.to?
Low ban risk. You can share here directly, provided you follow the format. Posts are rarely removed when they lead with substance instead of a pitch.
What gets posts removed on dev.to?
Built for sharing what you made — no promo-specific restrictions beyond the format. In short: Don't make the article a thin wrapper around a product pitch.
When is the best time to post on dev.to?
Any weekday morning. Timing helps, but fit and format matter more — a rule-breaking post fails at any hour.
Do I need an established account to post on dev.to?
There's no hard rule, but dev.to works best with a warmed-up, credible profile. (Source: dev.to Terms of Use + #showdev tag guidelines — no formal gate; content must not be primarily promotional and #showdev is explicitly 'for showing off projects and launching products'.) Tip: Publish a substantive post or two first so the account isn't 'designed primarily for promotion' (Terms wording).
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