r/sideproject: rules, promo tolerance & best time to post
open to promo (9/10) · tone: Enthusiastic, ship-focused, and genuinely curious about what others are building—self-promotion is the entire point.
Can you promote in r/sideproject?
Relatively open: clearly-disclosed, genuinely useful product mentions are usually tolerated here — read the rules and stay helpful-first anyway.
r/sideproject is a celebration of shipping. The community rewards makers who have actually built something tangible and are transparent about their progress, struggles, and metrics. Self-promotion isn't just tolerated—it's the core currency; the unspoken rule is that you're here to share what you're building and help others do the same. Authenticity, specificity, and a genuine request for feedback trump polish.
- DO share what you actually built—be specific and link it
- DO include metrics, user counts, or revenue if you have them
- DO ask for specific feedback or validation help
- DO explain the problem you solved or pain point addressed
- DO show personality and genuine passion for the project
- DON'T post vague ideas without a working prototype or shipped product
- DON'T avoid mentioning it's yours or pretend to have discovered it elsewhere
- DON'T spam without engagement or context—one project per post, not a portfolio dump
- DON'T ask for money/investment directly in the post
Best time to post in r/sideproject
Based on when this community's recent top & hot posts were created: 10:00–14:00 UTC. Re-compute it live →
What this community complains about
Recurring pain points in recent threads — each one is a conversation your product might belong in:
- Finding product-market fit and validating ideas
- Monetization struggles (0 MRR, revenue challenges)
- Getting early feedback and user traction
- Balancing solo building with day jobs
- Finding co-founders and technical talent
How locals talk
buildingside projectbuiltfeedbackvalidationMRRindie-hackersshippedfounderSaaS
Using a community's own vocabulary is the difference between reading as a member and reading as a marketer.
FAQ
Can you self-promote in r/sideproject?
Relatively open: clearly-disclosed, genuinely useful product mentions are usually tolerated here — read the rules and stay helpful-first anyway.
What is the best time to post in r/sideproject?
Based on when r/sideproject's recent top and hot posts were created, the winning window is 10:00–14:00 UTC.
What is r/sideproject like?
r/sideproject is a celebration of shipping. The community rewards makers who have actually built something tangible and are transparent about their progress, struggles, and metrics. Self-promotion isn't just tolerated—it's the core currency; the unspoken rule is that you're here to share what you're building and help others do the same. Authenticity, specificity, and a genuine request for feedback trump polish.
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