--- title: "r/ExperiencedDevs Self-Promotion Rules (2026): Case-by-case | OneUp Today" description: "r/ExperiencedDevs self-promotion rules: Sometimes, in the right context. Case-by-case. See the exact rule, posting requirements, and how to reach 404K members without getting banned." url: https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/experienceddevs --- [r/ExperiencedDevs](https://www.reddit.com/r/ExperiencedDevs) 404K members · Developers # Can you self-promote in r/ExperiencedDevs? Case-by-case 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 Surveys/Advertisements > > “If you think this shouldn't apply to you, get approval from moderators first.” Source: subreddit rules, last checked 2026-07-13. [Read the full rules on Reddit →](https://www.reddit.com/r/ExperiencedDevs/about/rules) ## Before you post - Project/showcase posts must use the required flair ## The highest-intent moment The safest way into r/ExperiencedDevs is not a post, it is a well-timed reply. Watch for: **none**. Answer it genuinely first, then mention your product only if it directly helps. From OneUp Today ## Get found in r/ExperiencedDevs without the ban risk OneUp watches r/ExperiencedDevs for those high-intent moments and drafts a personalized reply or DM in your voice. You review and send, no spam, no rule-breaking. [See Reddit lead discovery →](https://oneup.today/marketing) ## More Developers subreddits [ r/programming6.9M No self-promotion](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/programming)[ r/learnprogramming4.4M No self-promotion](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/learnprogramming)[ r/webdev3.3M 9-to-1 rule](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/webdev)[ r/MachineLearning3.1M No self-promotion](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/machinelearning)[ r/OpenAI2.8M 9-to-1 rule](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/openai)[ r/javascript2.4M 9-to-1 rule](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/javascript) ## Embed this on your site Writing about promoting on r/ExperiencedDevs? Drop in this badge (free, CC BY 4.0): [r/ExperiencedDevs self-promotion: Case-by-case · via OneUp Today](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker/experienceddevs) `r/ExperiencedDevs self-promotion: Case-by-case · via OneUp Today` ## FAQ Can I promote my product in r/ExperiencedDevs? 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/ExperiencedDevs's self-promotion rule? Per r/ExperiencedDevs's rules ("No Surveys/Advertisements"): "If you think this shouldn't apply to you, get approval from moderators first." How do I get customers in r/ExperiencedDevs without breaking the rules? Instead of posting ads, reply to people already asking for a product like yours. In r/ExperiencedDevs the highest-intent moment is: none. Lead with a genuine, specific answer and mention your product only when it directly helps. [← Browse all subreddit self-promotion rules](https://oneup.today/tools/reddit-self-promotion-checker)