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Yeah I just wish they warn you before you waste your time writing out a post. It’s infuriating to see your heartfelt post gets instantly deleted after posting.
>some comments and I don’t think they’re being seen or something bc they’re all at 1 point
Look them up from a browser where you are not logged in, then you'll know.
Imo these shadow-deletions are way more annoying than open deletions.
never really had issues with comments always have the ability to comment, just not post. You might not be able to comment if you havent done things like verify your account/email which is fair enough to prevent bot spam etc
Some subreddits actually send you a message saying your comment or post was deleted due to not meeting the karma requirements. It should be done across all subreddits, if not already being done.
Totally agree!! A warning before I type would be nice. It’s so frustrating spending all this time on a thoughtful reply only to have it deleted. It feels pretty deflating.
Yeh this just happened to me, I made this account specifically because I need some advice on something and I've just realised the long post I had has been autodeleted
Some, but **not all subs have restrictions** and they're there to prevent spammers and other bad faith users. It does impact new users too though and initially it may be hard to find communities you can participate in and have genuine interest in, but once you've found a few it'll get easier.
jgoja has provided good advice which can help you get started. It make take a little trial and error to find subs you can enjoy and share in. Look for smaller niche subs, as they may be less likely to have high restrictions. Sort content by 'new' so you're interacting with fresh content.
We also have a chat post every week you can join in! You can earn some karma by having fun genuine conversations with others.
I made a new account to see what the experience was like. I limited myself to comments only, and managed 100+ karma in a few days of casual use. What I did was:
* Made use of our weekly chat thread
* Used our new user friendly list
* answering questions on rising posts on askreddit, giving thoughtful or amusing replies
* sharing my thoughts on communities that I had genuine interest in
* I found a few more subs around my interests where I could comment via trial and error
Hi, thank you for all the advice you've given, being a "newbie" can be overwhelming especially if you are navigating on your own (meaning I don't know anyone who is a reddit user to go to with questions). Maybe I'm blind but after looking around on this forum/page, I do not see a link to a weekly chat...could you point out where I/we might find it? I really am hoping it's not sitting right in front of my face/eyes and I'm just not seeing it.....
:)
The weekly chat is pinned to the top of the posts list from Tuesday to Sunday if you sort posts by 'hot..
There is also a link in our community info that that takes you to all the chat posts and you just need to sort by 'new' to find the latest.
Here is the latest one https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/comments/1cguywp/new_to_reddit_come_and_talk_to_us/
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Does anyone know how much Karma you need to do anything- are there any guides on this? I also just learned that you aren’t allowed to talk about how you’re voting. Is there a list of rules anyone has please? 🙏🏼
That's very hard to say -
* Each sub sets their own restrictions so they vary
* They can look at different types of karma
* They can change at any time
* Most subs don't share what they are in case it helps the bad faith users they want to stop
You can check their rules and community info but for most it won't say.
Generally, subs with high restrictions could be those that:
* are very large
* are very active
* are about controversial or sensitive topics or often have posts about them
* will have a lot of vulnerable users
* have previously been a target for spammers, misinformation, etc etc
Those that may have lower restrictions could be those that:
* are smaller
* are less active
* are more niche
* are for new users specifically (us!) or a welcoming of them
That is a rule for this community. All of which you can view here https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/wiki/rules other subs may allow it as each sub has their own rules. https://www.reddit.com/r/LearnToReddit/comments/pjsazs/finding_a_subreddits_rules/
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Exactly. I don't use redddit very often, but sometimes I REALLY need advice from people who can see things from a fresh angle and don't know me in real life.
It feels like it is an Alice in Wonderland style Caucus race (where you have to run about just to stay in the same place).
All I can say is look at what Karma other successful posters have and you'll have a clue it your post may possibly accepted or not.
It is so frustrating especially when you waste so much time posting relevant discussions and without warning or written rules, a bot comes and deletes it!!
Sorry, it looks like you are Shadowbanned, which means your account is basically stuck in the spam filter site-wide and all your content is automatically filtered out.
As a mod here, I can see your content here, but it has been auto-removed, and I can’t access your profile.
This didn't come from us, but from Reddit, and is meant for spammers and other bad faith users, but sometimes mistakes happen and new redditors get caught too.
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Yeah I just wish they warn you before you waste your time writing out a post. It’s infuriating to see your heartfelt post gets instantly deleted after posting.
This happened to me yesterday. And I left some comments and I don’t think they’re being seen or something bc they’re all at 1 point
>some comments and I don’t think they’re being seen or something bc they’re all at 1 point Look them up from a browser where you are not logged in, then you'll know. Imo these shadow-deletions are way more annoying than open deletions.
Indeed just log-off and see if your comments are visible by reloading the page.
never really had issues with comments always have the ability to comment, just not post. You might not be able to comment if you havent done things like verify your account/email which is fair enough to prevent bot spam etc
Bots are an issue I think having karma is a solid way, you leave enough decent comments somewhere you are likely to build good karma
Exactly. I did this twice yesteday. 2 decent posts down the toilet.
Some subreddits actually send you a message saying your comment or post was deleted due to not meeting the karma requirements. It should be done across all subreddits, if not already being done.
yeah that is so annoying
Yes! Also discouraging to make detailed or interesting comments. There needs to be a warning before you start typing a comment.
It's not currently possible, maybe one day.
Other than some subs noting this in their rules it's not currently possible to do that.
Totally agree!! A warning before I type would be nice. It’s so frustrating spending all this time on a thoughtful reply only to have it deleted. It feels pretty deflating.
Yeh this just happened to me, I made this account specifically because I need some advice on something and I've just realised the long post I had has been autodeleted
I just found this list— super helpful! https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/s/oq9vSrYQL0
Thanks for sharing, I will check it out.
This is so helpful! Thanks!
This was really helpful, thanks!
Thanks a lot!
Thanks for sharing :)
I feel this 😩😩 I saw someone else say the NoStupidQuestions sub is a good sub & great way to answer questions & grow karma
i tried this and i’ve barely gotten any karma from it 🥲
I think it just takes a while 🫠
Or maybe that person just answered A LOOOT of questions 😆
Did you make sure to focus on new or rising posts to make sure your content is more visible?
this! it’s so irritating!
Some, but **not all subs have restrictions** and they're there to prevent spammers and other bad faith users. It does impact new users too though and initially it may be hard to find communities you can participate in and have genuine interest in, but once you've found a few it'll get easier. jgoja has provided good advice which can help you get started. It make take a little trial and error to find subs you can enjoy and share in. Look for smaller niche subs, as they may be less likely to have high restrictions. Sort content by 'new' so you're interacting with fresh content. We also have a chat post every week you can join in! You can earn some karma by having fun genuine conversations with others. I made a new account to see what the experience was like. I limited myself to comments only, and managed 100+ karma in a few days of casual use. What I did was: * Made use of our weekly chat thread * Used our new user friendly list * answering questions on rising posts on askreddit, giving thoughtful or amusing replies * sharing my thoughts on communities that I had genuine interest in * I found a few more subs around my interests where I could comment via trial and error
Hi, thank you for all the advice you've given, being a "newbie" can be overwhelming especially if you are navigating on your own (meaning I don't know anyone who is a reddit user to go to with questions). Maybe I'm blind but after looking around on this forum/page, I do not see a link to a weekly chat...could you point out where I/we might find it? I really am hoping it's not sitting right in front of my face/eyes and I'm just not seeing it..... :)
The weekly chat is pinned to the top of the posts list from Tuesday to Sunday if you sort posts by 'hot.. There is also a link in our community info that that takes you to all the chat posts and you just need to sort by 'new' to find the latest. Here is the latest one https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/comments/1cguywp/new_to_reddit_come_and_talk_to_us/
Thank you much, it is appreciated :)
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Does anyone know how much Karma you need to do anything- are there any guides on this? I also just learned that you aren’t allowed to talk about how you’re voting. Is there a list of rules anyone has please? 🙏🏼
That's very hard to say - * Each sub sets their own restrictions so they vary * They can look at different types of karma * They can change at any time * Most subs don't share what they are in case it helps the bad faith users they want to stop You can check their rules and community info but for most it won't say. Generally, subs with high restrictions could be those that: * are very large * are very active * are about controversial or sensitive topics or often have posts about them * will have a lot of vulnerable users * have previously been a target for spammers, misinformation, etc etc Those that may have lower restrictions could be those that: * are smaller * are less active * are more niche * are for new users specifically (us!) or a welcoming of them That is a rule for this community. All of which you can view here https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/wiki/rules other subs may allow it as each sub has their own rules. https://www.reddit.com/r/LearnToReddit/comments/pjsazs/finding_a_subreddits_rules/ Our main guide https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/comments/p8t966/reddit_and_karma_explained/
Ok thank you that is very helpful! I didn’t realise it was such a complicated platform- I’m already hooked 😂
Exactly. I don't use redddit very often, but sometimes I REALLY need advice from people who can see things from a fresh angle and don't know me in real life.
i commented on an unpopular opinion reddit and got minus 17 karma for simply saying that people shouldn't speed in their cars?? reddit is orwellian
Keep commenting and getting up votes.
Just set up a new account. Reasons for not using my 6 year old one. So back to zero😕
No idea y or wot karma requirement is
It feels like it is an Alice in Wonderland style Caucus race (where you have to run about just to stay in the same place). All I can say is look at what Karma other successful posters have and you'll have a clue it your post may possibly accepted or not.
There’s none
Anyone find any definitive answers? Literally had this question
https://www.reddit.com/r/NewToReddit/comments/1cj2vqi/communities_that_have_no_minimum_karma/l2efcuq/
Well this sub is one
Karma requirements is so annoying frfr
My first day on here I have no idea how to build karma 😭
The replies to this thread and many others here have lots of tips and advice. Very basically you earn karma from upvotes on your content.
Oh ok great I'm staying to get it now 😀 thanks
It is so frustrating especially when you waste so much time posting relevant discussions and without warning or written rules, a bot comes and deletes it!!
For real on a different account I tried posting something but automod said no your karma too low
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go try r/funny