LaunchWakeCan I post my startup on r/selfhosted?
Self-promotion is tolerated but policed. Frame the post as a lesson or a genuine contribution and the tool as context, or it may be removed.
Why the ban risk is medium
- Rewards transparency; disclose that it's your project.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Frame the post as a lesson, guide, or question — value first.
- Read the subreddit rules and respect any self-promo ratio or thread.
- Engage in the comments; mention your tool only as context.
- Don't put a link in the title.
- Don't drop a bare product pitch outside the designated thread.
Account requirements
- Post from a real, established account — not one made for this launch.
- Comment genuinely in the subreddit for 1–2 weeks before you post.
- Read the sidebar/wiki rules; many subs funnel promo into a weekly thread.
- Show a real setup with screenshots; be upfront if it's closed-source or paid.
Source: General Reddit self-promotion norms — many programming/startup subreddits' AutoModerator removes posts from new or low-karma accounts; exact thresholds vary by subreddit, so check its rules.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on r/selfhosted?
Medium ban risk. Self-promotion is tolerated but policed. Frame the post as a lesson or a genuine contribution and the tool as context, or it may be removed.
What gets posts removed on r/selfhosted?
Rewards transparency; disclose that it's your project. In short: Don't put a link in the title.
When is the best time to post on r/selfhosted?
Weekend mornings. 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 r/selfhosted?
There's no hard rule, but r/selfhosted works best with an account at least 30 days old and 100+ combined karma. (Source: General Reddit self-promotion norms — many programming/startup subreddits' AutoModerator removes posts from new or low-karma accounts; exact thresholds vary by subreddit, so check its rules.) Tip: Post from a real, established account — not one made for this launch.
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