LaunchWakeCan I post my startup on Gophers Slack?
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
- Actively moderated; off-guideline posts are removed fast.
- Explicit limits on self-promotion and marketing language.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Use the community's self-promo / show-and-tell channel if one exists.
- Contribute genuinely first; let a helpful profile earn the audience.
- Don't broadcast a pitch to general channels or DM members cold.
- Don't post if the community has no promo channel — it reads as spam.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on Gophers Slack?
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 Gophers Slack?
Actively moderated; off-guideline posts are removed fast. Explicit limits on self-promotion and marketing language. In short: Don't broadcast a pitch to general channels or DM members cold.
When is the best time to post on Gophers Slack?
Anytime in #showandtell. 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 Gophers Slack?
There's no hard gate, but a fresh, empty account posting a launch is the classic removal trigger here. Comment and contribute for a week or two first.
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