Can I post about my own product or content here?
Not by default, the rules say self-promotion is only allowed when approved by a moderator, so send modmail first.
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r/chrome rules, stats, and what to post
A source-backed Rankhog guide to r/chrome: public rules, community context, posting fit, and startup-promotion risk before you publish.
By Anthony Riera, founder and operator of Rankhog.
Subreddit guides combine public Reddit source URLs, captured rules, visible verification dates, and Rankhog's account-safety workflow.
Current public stats
- Members
- 206,145
- Verified
- September 26, 2026
- Category
- Browser users and Chrome enthusiasts
Rules can change, so Rankhog keeps verification dates and the original public Reddit sources visible.
Rule summary
- Follow site-wide rules: [Reddit content policy.](https://www.redditinc.com/policies/content-policy) [Reddiquette.](https://www.reddit.com/wiki/reddiquette)
- Keep it constructive: No rude, offensive or hateful posts or comments. Negative opinions are welcome and encouraged but they should be constructive (e.g., no pointless rants). Good negative post: "The latest update has caused me loads of issues, is anyone able to help? I'm shocked this passed through testing!" Bad negative post: "Google should be ashamed for making such a bad browser and they're absolutely incompetent. It sucks so bad and everything is so bad!!!"
- Stay on-topic: Posts should be directly related to the Chrome browser. Posts that mention other browsers or ecosystems are allowed, but the focus of the post must be relevant to the community. Posts asking for help with other Google products, such as Google Search, will only be allowed if it’s directly related to the Chrome Browser. Posts and comments that do not add to the conversation will be removed, as will those that are considered baiting or are intentionally controversial.
- Spam and misleading links: Spam and misleading links, such as "Top 10 Chrome Extensions" blogs, are not allowed and will be removed. This includes misleading web pages, spam sites and clickbait. Link shorteners are discouraged and may be caught in the spam filter. In addition, links to content should not be editorialized. If posting an article, video, etc., use the original title of the linked content as your post title and link directly to the original content.
- Effort must be made when requesting and providing help: Effort must be made in the post title and body. If requesting help, the post must be clear and easy to understand, otherwise nobody can be expected to help. Making it easier to understand helps other users in their effort to help you. Likewise, we expect that all attempts at responding to troubleshooting posts are made in good faith. We do not allow the usage of AI-generated content for support.
- Self-promotion: Self-promotion, such as a developer or content creator wanting to promote their work, is only allowed when approved by a moderator. [Send us a modmail](https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2Fchrome) for more info. Promotion of Chrome extensions is not allowed at this time. Please try r/chrome_extensions instead. No requests to promote extensions will be accepted. External social media links will be auto-removed.
- Complaints towards decisions made by Google should be directed to the proper channels, not here.: Complaints towards decisions made by Google should be directed to the proper channels, not here.
- No NSFW content: This is a subreddit for everyone! NSFW content is not allowed, which includes excessive swearing, links to NSFW sites, and screenshots that have visible tabs/bookmarks to NSFW sites.
- Mods have final say: Moderators reserve the right to mute and ban anyone they see fit, and remove any post or comment at their own discretion. If you wish to appeal a decision, then contact us [via modmail](https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2Fchrome). DM requests will be ignored or redirected.
Works well
- A detailed help request where you explain your Chrome problem clearly, list what you already tried, and show real effort in the post title and body
- A thoughtful text post about a specific Chrome feature or recent update that shares your own experience and asks a genuine question
- A constructive critique of a Chrome change that names the problem and asks if others found a workaround, in the style the rules praise
- A direct link to an article or video about Chrome, posted with its original title exactly as published
- A plain language answer to another user's troubleshooting question, written by you with no AI involved
Avoid
- Promoting your Chrome extension in any form, because the rules say extension promotion is not allowed at this time and no requests will be accepted
- Posting self-promotion without moderator approval first, because unapproved promotion gets removed
- Using AI to write help or troubleshooting answers, because the rules ban AI-generated support content outright
- Dropping links to listicle blogs like top ten extension roundups, because the rules name that exact format as spam
- Changing the title of an article or video you link, because the rules require the original title
- Using link shorteners, because they are discouraged and may get caught in the spam filter, and external social media links get auto-removed on sight, which the rules mention in the self-promotion rule, so keep your posting free of those shortcuts, because the rules say they may be caught in the spam filter and external social media links are auto-removed
What r/chrome Is For
This is an independent, community-run forum for everything to do with the Chrome browser. People come here to ask for help with browser problems, share opinions about updates and features, and talk about how Chrome works. The rules make it clear this is a place for real conversations, not a dumping ground for links, so the community expects posts that add something to the discussion. It is also a general audience space, which is why the rules ban anything not safe for work, including screenshots that show visible tabs or bookmarks to such sites.
Rules That Matter Before Posting
The big one for any marketer is “Self-promotion”, which says self-promotion is only allowed when approved by a moderator through modmail, and that promotion of Chrome extensions is not allowed at this time with no requests accepted. “Spam and misleading links” bans listicle blogs, clickbait, spam sites and editorialized titles, and it says to use the original title of any article or video you link. “Effort must be made when requesting and providing help” demands clear, well written posts and good faith answers, and it bans AI-generated content for support outright. “Stay on-topic” keeps everything tied to the Chrome browser, and “Keep it constructive” allows negative opinions but not pointless rants. Behind all of that sits “Mods have final say”, which reminds you that moderators can remove anything at their own discretion and will ignore or redirect direct messages, so modmail is the only channel that counts.
What To Post
If you are a founder, the honest play here is to show up as a knowledgeable Chrome user first. Answer real browser questions with genuine effort and in your own words, because the rules require good faith responses and ban AI-generated support content. If you wrote an article or made a video about Chrome, you can share it as a link post using the original title, but only if it is genuinely useful and not a clickbait list. If you built something and want to mention it, send a modmail first and wait for approval, and if what you built is an extension, take it to the extension community they point to instead. A good text post shares a specific Chrome experience or problem in a clear, detailed way and invites constructive discussion.
What To Avoid
The fastest removal here is unapproved self-promotion, since “Self-promotion” requires moderator approval before you post anything promoting your own work, and there is zero tolerance for extension promotion at all. “Spam and misleading links” removes top ten list blogs, clickbait, misleading pages, editorialized titles and link shorteners, and the rules also say external social media links will be auto-removed. “Effort must be made when requesting and providing help” means an AI-generated support answer is banned, and vague or lazy help requests fail the effort test. “Stay on-topic” removes anything not directly about the Chrome browser, including posts about other Google products unless they connect to Chrome. “Keep it constructive” filters out rants and name calling, “Complaints towards decisions made by Google should be directed to the proper channels, not here.” redirects venting about Google, and “No NSFW content” means you should check your screenshots for visible tabs or bookmarks before uploading. Finally, “Mods have final say” means pushing back on a removal in someone's direct messages gets ignored or redirected, so use modmail if you want to appeal.
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Common questions about r/chrome
Can I get moderator approval to promote my Chrome extension?
No, extension promotion is not allowed at this time, no requests will be accepted, and the rules point you to r/chrome_extensions instead.
Can I use AI to draft my answer to someone's Chrome problem?
No, the rules do not allow AI-generated content for support, so write any help yourself.
Can I mention other browsers in my post?
Only if the focus is directly related to the Chrome browser, since posts mentioning other browsers or ecosystems are allowed as long as Chrome stays the point.
Can I post a complaint about a Chrome update?
Yes, negative opinions are welcome and encouraged, but the rules ask that they be constructive rather than pointless rants.