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r/founderdeck
Communities for startup founders, from idea validation to scaling.
Promotion Verdict
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Directory record updated July 13, 2026; rules not independently reviewed. The official source is linked below and moderators have final say.
Read the official live r/founderdeck rulesBest Post Formats for r/founderdeck
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Startup journey updates
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Feedback requests on MVPs
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Technical architecture decisions
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Fundraising experiences
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Pivot stories
Marketing Strategy
Before You Post
- Spend 1-2 weeks engaging with existing posts before promoting anything
- Build karma by providing genuinely helpful answers
- Study top posts to understand what resonates with this community
Content That Works
- Share your journey and lessons learned (build in public)
- Ask for genuine feedback on specific aspects of your product
- Provide value first - educational content performs best
What to Avoid
- Direct promotional posts without providing value
- Posting the same content across multiple subreddits
- Using multiple accounts to upvote or comment
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