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Reddit rules index · read 2026-09-26

Can you promote on r/socialmedia?

Self-promotion restricted Its rules restrict self-promotion. Posts that promote your own work are likely to be removed.

A sub for professional discussion about social media, news, and best practices.

What its rules say about promotion

This is not a help desk
This is not a help desk! We cannot get you verified. We don’t know why your channel was removed. No, we cannot directly connect you to someone at Facebook. Please reach out to platforms directly to solve these issues.
Self-Promotion
While we appreciate your passion, please refrain from unsolicited self-promotion or driving traffic to personal channels.
Spam/advertising or click bait
Spam = ban. This is your first and final warning.
No buying or selling accounts, likes, engagements etc.
Don't do it. We have a zero-tolerance policy.
All 12 rules of r/socialmedia
  1. Professional discussion
    This community is for social media professionals to discuss strategies and industry-related topics.
  2. Be civil
    We don't have to all agree with each other but we should engage in civil discussion. We all want to learn. Don't personally attack anyone.
  3. Don't be lazy
    When posting for help, sharing ideas, or asking questions, provide comprehensive details and context to ensure your post is clear and meaningful to other readers.
  4. Enhance link shares with commentary
    While linking to external articles is valuable, please include your own commentary, context, or analysis to foster meaningful discussion within our community.
  5. This is not a help desk
    This is not a help desk! We cannot get you verified. We don’t know why your channel was removed. No, we cannot directly connect you to someone at Facebook. Please reach out to platforms directly to solve these issues.
  6. Self-Promotion
    While we appreciate your passion, please refrain from unsolicited self-promotion or driving traffic to personal channels.
  7. Spam/advertising or click bait
    Spam = ban. This is your first and final warning.
  8. No buying or selling accounts, likes, engagements etc.
    Don't do it. We have a zero-tolerance policy.
  9. No posting petitions or surveys
    Everyone wants data or signatures, but are social media professionals really the people that you are targeting? If you think you are an exception to the rule, please shoot our mod team a DM with further context.
  10. No job postings
    We know you want a piece of all the talent on this sub but don't post your job openings outside of dedicated stickies.
  11. No memes, screenshots or comics
    Your memes are not welcome here even if they are funny.
  12. All posts need a flair
    When adding a new post, you need to flair said post before submitting it.

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The verdict is our reading of r/socialmedia's rule text on 2026-09-26. Rules change and moderators decide: read the current rules before you post. Not affiliated with Reddit or r/socialmedia.