Can you self-promote on r/IndieDevelopers?

Q: Can you self-promote on r/IndieDevelopers?

Only in a dedicated thread. Its rules send self-promotion to a dedicated thread, such as a weekly or pinned one. Promotion outside it is removed. Read 2026-10-12 from the community's own rules.

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Can you promote on r/IndieDevelopers?

Only in a dedicated thread Its rules send self-promotion to a dedicated thread, such as a weekly or pinned one. Promotion outside it is removed.

What this page is

This page quotes r/IndieDevelopers's rules as ThreadFox read them on 2026-10-12. The quoted text is the community's; the verdict above is our reading of it. Conditions often decide whether a post fits (a required thread, flair, posting day, account age or karma), and r/IndieDevelopers's current rules on Reddit always win over this page.

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This is a subreddit for indie developers. Within this subreddit you can share your own games, help or get help from other developers and just be an all-round helpful community. This industry is already difficult as it is.

What its rules say about promotion

2. No Self-Promotion or Advertising
- Self-promotion (including but not limited to game advertisements, blog posts, or social media links) is only allowed in designated threads such as weekly “Devlog” or “Feedback” threads. - Posts solely for the purpose of selling products, soliciting donations, or spamming links will be removed.

All 9 rules of r/IndieDevelopers

1. Be Respectful and Professional
- Treat all members with kindness and respect. This is a supportive space for indie developers of all levels. - Harassment, hate speech, or discriminatory language will not be tolerated. - Keep discussions professional, constructive, and relevant to game development.
2. No Self-Promotion or Advertising
- Self-promotion (including but not limited to game advertisements, blog posts, or social media links) is only allowed in designated threads such as weekly “Devlog” or “Feedback” threads. - Posts solely for the purpose of selling products, soliciting donations, or spamming links will be removed.
3. Stay On-Topic
- Posts should be directly related to indie game development. This includes topics like: - Game design, programming, art, sound, etc. - Tools, engines, and resources for indie devs. - Success stories, lessons learned, challenges, and troubleshooting. - Off-topic content (such as general gaming, politics, or unrelated personal content) will be removed.
4. Use Descriptive Titles
- Titles should clearly describe the content of your post. This helps users understand what they’re clicking and improves engagement. - Avoid clickbait-style titles.
5. Provide Context and Details
- If you're sharing a project, development update, or seeking feedback, provide a detailed description and relevant context (such as game genre, target platform, etc.). - If you need help, include specifics about the issue you’re facing. The more detail, the better the community can assist.
6. Respect Other Developers’ Work
- Give credit where credit is due. If you use third-party assets (e.g., art, music, or code), always credit the creators and adhere to licensing agreements. - Don’t steal or plagiarize other developers’ work.
7. No Duplicate Posts
- Please do a quick search before posting. Duplicate posts (e.g., asking the same question or posting similar content repeatedly) will be removed.
8. No Piracy or Illegal Content
- Any content related to pirated games, stolen assets, or illegal software will be removed. This subreddit is for legal, ethical game development practices only.
9. Follow Reddit's Content Policy
- All posts must comply with Reddit's general content policy, including the ban on explicit content, harassment, and other prohibited activities.

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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