r/SideProject

Self-Promo OK

The easiest place to launch on Reddit. Self-promotion is the point.

Lightly moderated Very Active

Post your project here first. No karma requirements, no waiting period, no elaborate rules. Include screenshots and your build story, post during US morning hours, and you'll get genuine engagement.

Tips for Founders

Do This

Include screenshots or a demo video — visual posts get 3-5x more engagement
Share the story behind your project (why you built it, what you learned)
Respond to all comments, especially feedback and questions
Post during US morning hours (8-11am EST) for maximum visibility
Cross-post to related subreddits for more reach

Avoid This

Posting just a link with no description
Reposting the same project too frequently (space by 2+ weeks)
Ignoring feedback in the comments
Using overly salesy language — keep it authentic

Self-Promotion Rules

Self-promotion is explicitly welcome. This subreddit exists for sharing what you've built. Just include context about what it is and why you built it.

Link Posts Allowed

Requires Flair No

Min Karma None

Min Account Age None

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Community Rules

Share what you built
Posts should show something you've created. Include a description of what it does.
Be respectful
Give constructive feedback. Don't trash other people's projects.
No spam
Don't post the same project every day. Space out your posts.
Include details
Share your tech stack, what you learned, or challenges you faced.