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Can you self-promote in r/EtsySellers?
Sometimes, in the right context.
Promotion is tolerated when it genuinely answers a question or adds to a discussion, not as a standalone ad. Mention your product naturally, keep it occasional, and use any designated promo thread.
The rule
No Promotion, and No Feedback/Research for Seller Tools
“We do not allow promotional posts or comments here. This includes linking your shop or including images in your post when they are not relevant to your question. Linking your shop is required in the context of a shop critique request - please read sub rule 2.”
Source: subreddit rules, last checked 2026-07-13. Read the full rules on Reddit →
Before you post
- Promotion allowed only in a designated weekly thread
The highest-intent moment
The safest way into r/EtsySellers is not a post, it is a well-timed reply. Watch for: Tool / template requests, marketing hacks. Answer it genuinely first, then mention your product only if it directly helps.
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Can I promote my product in r/EtsySellers?
Sometimes, in context. Promotion is tolerated when it genuinely answers a question or adds to a discussion, not as a standalone ad. Mention your product naturally, keep it occasional, and use any designated promo thread.
What is r/EtsySellers's self-promotion rule?
Per r/EtsySellers's rules ("No Promotion, and No Feedback/Research for Seller Tools"): "We do not allow promotional posts or comments here. This includes linking your shop or including images in your post when they are not relevant to your question. Linking your shop is required in the context of a shop critique request - please read sub rule 2."
How do I get customers in r/EtsySellers without breaking the rules?
Instead of posting ads, reply to people already asking for a product like yours. In r/EtsySellers the highest-intent moment is: Tool / template requests, marketing hacks. Lead with a genuine, specific answer and mention your product only when it directly helps.