Reddit rules index · read 2026-10-06
Can you promote on r/handyman?
Self-promotion restricted Its rules restrict self-promotion. Posts that promote your own work are likely to be removed.
What this page is
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A community for handymen, DIYers, and anyone sharing advice on repairs, maintenance, and projects
What its rules say about promotion
No Advertising
Ads and spam are prohibited.
All 12 rules of r/handyman
- Be Respectful and Civil
Treat everyone with respect. This is a welcoming space for all skill levels. - Keep Posts Relevant
All posts should relate to the topics of handyman work, DIY projects, tools and home repair. - No Advertising
Ads and spam are prohibited. - Use Correct Post Flair
Flair your posts correctly to keep content organized. - Unsafe Advice
Safety is a priority. Do not share or encourage unsafe practices. - Medical, Electrical, or Plumbing Advice Beyond DIY Basics
Seek licensed professionals. - Provide Context and Details
When asking for help, include as much relevant detail, context, and pictures as possible. - Mark NSFW Content
If a post contains graphic images of injuries, messy or hazardous workspaces, mark it as NSFW (Not Safe For Work). - No Sharing Personal Client Information
Protect privacy. - Follow Reddit’s Sitewide Rules
Follow Reddit's sitewide rules and community guidelines. - Work Requests and Services
Worksafe requests are allowed. - Include Location for Region-Specific Questions
If discussing work that varies by location, include your general area to help members give relevant answers (e.g., city, state, or country).
What the written rules don't show
- Unpublished minimums. Many communities remove posts from new or low-karma accounts through AutoModerator settings that are not on the rules page, often before a moderator sees them.
- Reddit's own filters. Reddit's site-wide spam filters can remove posts from accounts that mostly share links to their own site, in any community.
- The community's norms. Many communities see themselves as peers, not an audience: post where you already take part, and make the post worth reading without the link.
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The verdict is our reading of r/handyman's rule text on 2026-10-06. Rules change and moderators decide: read the current rules before you post. Not affiliated with Reddit or r/handyman.