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You may include a single link back to your original blog post, but only if you first repurpose the content into a native text post that fits this community.
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r/GEO_optimization rules, stats, and what to post
A source-backed Rankhog guide to r/GEO_optimization: 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
- 9,567
- Verified
- September 18, 2026
- Category
- SEO operators, founders, and search marketers
Rules can change, so Rankhog keeps verification dates and the original public Reddit sources visible.
Rule summary
- No spam: This one's straightforward - don't spam your website / content links on the sub. You do that, you get banned.
- No blatant self-promotion: Posts made for the direct purpose of selling your products/services will be removed
- No personal attacks: It's OK to criticize someone's business, marketing, SEO, whatever else. Picking fights with people, though, is a no-no
- Self posts only: Want to share a post you just wrote? Repurpose it so that it fits natively on this sub and submit it that way. You may include a SINGLE link back to the original post on your blog.
Works well
- A native text post sharing a specific thing you learned about getting your content referenced by AI engines, with no links at all.
- A repurposed version of your blog post about GEO, written as a full text post for this sub, with a single link back to the original article at the end.
- A comparison post about how different generative search tools handle visibility, written as a self post that sparks discussion.
- A tips post about staying visible in the age of ChatGPT, shared as native text with no promotional language.
Avoid
- Do not drop a bare link to your blog or website as the main content of your post.
- Do not write posts whose direct purpose is selling your products or services.
- Do not spam your website or content links across the sub.
- Do not get into personal attacks or pick fights with other members, even if you disagree about their marketing or SEO approach.
What r/GEO_optimization Is For
This community is for exploring and sharing everything about GEO, which stands for Generative Engine Optimization. People come here to talk about how to get referenced by AI engines, how to stay visible in the age of ChatGPT and similar tools, and to exchange tips on the future of search. The rules make clear that it is a place for discussion and native content, not a place for dropping links or selling things.
Rules That Matter Before Posting
The rules that matter most for anyone doing marketing here are "No spam", "No blatant self-promotion", and "Self posts only". The "No spam" rule is blunt about the consequence, saying you get banned if you spam your website or content links. The "No blatant self-promotion" rule removes posts made for the direct purpose of selling your products or services. The "Self posts only" rule is the one that gives you a path in, because it says you may include a single link back to your original blog post if you repurpose the content to fit natively on this sub.
What To Post
A good post here is a native text post that explores a GEO topic in a useful way. You might share what you learned about getting referenced by AI engines, or compare how different generative tools handle search visibility. If you have a blog post on the subject, the "Self posts only" rule lets you repurpose it as a text post for this sub and include a single link back to the original. The key is to write the content so it fits natively here, meaning it should read like a real discussion starter or a genuine tip, not a sales pitch.
What To Avoid
Avoid spamming your website or content links, because the "No spam" rule says you will get banned for it. Avoid posts whose direct purpose is selling your products or services, as the "No blatant self-promotion" rule says those will be removed. Avoid posting bare links or content that is not repurposed to fit natively on the sub, since the "Self posts only" rule requires native text posts. Avoid personal attacks or picking fights with people, because the "No personal attacks" rule forbids it even if you are criticizing someone's business or marketing.
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Common questions about r/GEO_optimization
Can I promote my product or service here?
No. The rule named "No blatant self-promotion" means posts made for the direct purpose of selling your products or services will be removed.
What happens if I spam my links?
The rule named "No spam" states that if you spam your website or content links, you get banned.
Is it okay to criticize someone's SEO or marketing strategy?
Yes, you can criticize someone's business or marketing approach, but the rule named "No personal attacks" means you must not pick fights with people.
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