Use this Reddit modmail template to message subreddit moderators politely, ask about posting rules, and get permission before sharing a resource or link.
Reddit modmail template
Before posting a link to your own blog, tool, or guide in a strictly moderated subreddit.
How to message moderators on Reddit
Subreddit moderators are volunteers who protect their communities. If you are unsure whether a post, link, or resource is allowed, the safest move is to message the moderators first through Reddit modmail. A good modmail message is short, transparent, specific to the subreddit, and easy for a moderator to answer with yes, no, or a condition.
Jump to product
Use the template page as the entry point, then move into subreddit discovery, timing, and safer execution paths.
Customization
Always offer to post the core value directly in the thread, making the link secondary.
If they say no, thank them for their time. Do not argue.
How to use
Look for the 'Message the mods' button in the subreddit sidebar.
Customize the template and send it. Be patient; they are volunteers.
If they say 'yes, but only on Thursdays', then only post on Thursday.
Examples
Avoid
Hey, I want to post my app here. Is that okay?
Better
Hi team, I built a free calculator for [Niche]. I know you restrict promo, so I wanted to ask first: is it okay if I share it in the weekly tools thread, or would you prefer I just don't link it at all?
The better version shows you've read the rules and offers a low-impact compromise.
Mistakes
The moderator's decision is final. Arguing will just get you muted or banned.
If the message looks like a mass copy-paste, they will ignore it.
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