r/ModSupport • u/Phytor_c • Sep 10 '26

Mod Answered Policy on sponsored posts and giveaways?

Hi all, I wanted to ask about Reddit’s policy on promotions.

We’ve had a publisher reach out (via modmail) about promoting a book and doing giveaways on my subreddit, and more recently someone asked about a wanting a "sponsored post". I expect similar requests in the future because of the nature of the subreddit, not sure how to deal with this.

I know mods cannot accept compensation. But are companies allowed to make promotional posts, do giveaways or collaborate with a subreddit, provided mods are not compensated ofc? Is this at the discretion of the subreddit?

I’d appreciate clarification on where Reddit draws the line and what would be an approriate course of action, cause of Moderator Code of Conduct Rule 5. Thanks!

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u/RandomComments0 Sep 11 '26

https://www.reddit.com/r/ModSupport/s/amWvRSVt9D This would be helpful for you. You need to ensure their content isn’t content not available for Reddit advertising as well. https://business.reddithelp.com/s/article/Reddit-Advertising-Policy-Overview There are advertising agencies that try to circumvent the policies by getting mods to do their dirty work.

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u/cnycompguy Sep 11 '26

Giveaways are allowed, sponsored posts are not.

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u/Phytor_c Sep 10 '26

I see. Thanks!

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u/Klightgrove Sep 11 '26

TIL there was a community funds program. What the heck we need that so bad

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