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Can you self-promote in r/bigseo?
No, direct self-promotion is removed.
Direct self-promotion is removed here. Build authority through genuinely helpful comments and let people discover you via your profile, never a link drop.
The rule
Sales, self-promotion, link-exchange, guest-posting offers, affiliate links
“Offers of services (sale or free), for hire posts, link-exchange or guest posting is not permitted. Affiliate links are not allowed. No prospecting for work of any kind. No "free tools" or beta tests. We don't care about your ProductHunt launch. This includes "DM me for a link/help/to take a look."”
Source: subreddit rules, last checked 2026-07-13. Read the full rules on Reddit →
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- No links, DMs, or "check my profile" asks
The highest-intent moment
The safest way into r/bigseo is not a post, it is a well-timed reply. Watch for: SEO tool discussion. Answer it genuinely first, then mention your product only if it directly helps.
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Can I promote my product in r/bigseo?
No. Direct promotion is removed. Direct self-promotion is removed here. Build authority through genuinely helpful comments and let people discover you via your profile, never a link drop.
What is r/bigseo's self-promotion rule?
Per r/bigseo's rules ("Sales, self-promotion, link-exchange, guest-posting offers, affiliate links"): "Offers of services (sale or free), for hire posts, link-exchange or guest posting is not permitted. Affiliate links are not allowed. No prospecting for work of any kind. No "free tools" or beta tests. We don't care about your ProductHunt launch. This includes "DM me for a link/help/to take a look.""
How do I get customers in r/bigseo without breaking the rules?
Instead of posting ads, reply to people already asking for a product like yours. In r/bigseo the highest-intent moment is: SEO tool discussion. Lead with a genuine, specific answer and mention your product only when it directly helps.