Reddit rules index · read 2026-09-26
Can you promote on r/tattoos?
No rule mentions promotion None of its rules mentions self-promotion. That is not permission: read every rule, say plainly that it's yours, and make the post useful on its own.
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This tattoos subreddit is to share, discuss, and ask questions about THE ART YOU WEAR. Please enjoy your stay.
All 8 rules of r/tattoos
- R1: Post requirements
Title: Artist's name, the geographical location (Country/City), and the shop name(optional). - If done in a private studio, work must be professional. - NSFW should be tagged properly - Do NOT misuse filters - Well-lit photo(s) The end goal is to share your pieces properly with others that have similar interests. - R2: Be respectful
Stay civil, and keep the comments about the tattoo(s). No bickering, insulting, trolling, or other garbage behavior. Do not suggest ridicule subs or say a tattoo will age badly. Do not use hate speech/slurs even if you think you mean it as a "joke." **Constructive criticism is allowed and encouraged, don't be an asshole or a creep.** - R3: Do not sexualize other users
Any comment perceived as "sexualizing another user" will be removed and you will receive a permanent ban without warning. ANY comments made on personal appearance or user's body will lead to a ban, compliments OR insults. This includes comments like "Nice! Great tattoo also!" - R4: Tattoos must be by a professional artist and tag NSFW
Do not post work that was not done by a professional tattoo artist. No ink sac or visible blood. No excessive peeling. Be sure to tag NSFW content - NSFW is allowed, but the focus of the picture must be the tattoo(s) - R5: Questions for your tattoo artist
Any questions about whether a tattoo will "work" with scarring, skin tones, body type, body location, or how to add to your tattoo. Only a qualified artist will be able to answer your question, and discussion on Reddit will only lead to misinformation. *Ask your tattoo artist.* - R6: No aftercare/medical questions
**[ANY discussion of medical advice or aftercare](https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/3cth6c/reminder_about_medical_and_aftercare_advice_from/)**, including possible allergic reaction, infection, or if a tattoo is healing properly. If you have an issue with a tattoo, return to your artist or ask a medical professional. - R7: No Pricing Discussion
[We forbid talking about pricing **in any context.**](http://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/19epxy/reddit_didnt_seem_to_like_the_last_tattoo_i/c8nohda) This includes questions about tips. - R8: Stance on OF creators on this page
More information can be found [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1i212i8/stance_on_of_content/?ref=share&ref_source=link)
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