Business Account Protection
Running a business account on Reddit comes with specific risks. In this section, we'll go over exactly how to keep your account safe and active while following Reddit's rules.
Business Account Protection
The first step in protecting your business account is proper setup. Reddit pays extra attention to accounts that post about products or services, so you'll want to start with strong security from day one. The most important thing is to enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This adds an extra layer of security to prevent unauthorized access to your account.
Key Setup Steps:
- Enable 2FA using an authenticator app like Google Authenticator
- Save your recovery codes in a secure password manager
- Use a strong, unique password

Avoiding Spam Filters
Reddit's spam detection system looks closely at how often you post and what you post about. The key is to post naturally, just like a regular user would. For example, if you want to share your post in multiple communities, wait at least a couple of hours to a day between each post. This gives each post time to get real comments and votes, which helps Reddit see that you're sharing valuable content, not just advertising.
Here's a real example: Let's say you run a software company and want to share your new tool in r/programming and r/webdev. Post it in r/programming first, spend time responding to comments and questions there. The next day, share it in r/webdev. This approach works much better than posting to both communities at the same time.
What to Avoid:
- Posting the same link in multiple places on the same day
- Using shortened links (always use the full URL or hyperlinks)
- Posting more than 3-4 times per day across all subreddits
- Copying and pasting the same comment multiple times
- Using AI generated content

According to Reddit's official support documentation: If your posts, comments, messages, and profile page aren't showing up as expected, your account might've been flagged for spam or inauthentic activity.
If you believe your account was flagged by mistake, Reddit Support provides these steps:
- Open a browser window and log in to the affected account.
- Go to the appeals page.
- Fill out and submit the form to report if you believe your account was flagged in error.
Shadowban prevention
A shadowban is when Reddit automatically limits your account visibility without notification. While you can still post and comment normally, other users cannot see your content. This usually happens when Reddit's automated systems flag an account as potentially spammy.
To avoid triggering Reddit's spam detection:
- Wait 24 hours after creating a new account before posting
- Complete your profile with a custom username and description
- Start by making thoughtful comments on others' posts
- Use full URLs instead of shortened links
- Follow each subreddit's specific rules carefully
- Avoid rapid commenting or posting in quick succession
How to Check Your Status:
- Visit reddit.com/appeals to check account status
- View your profile in an incognito window
- Message moderators to ask about visibility
- Post in r/ShadowBan to get automatically checked

Below is a detailed guide written by a Reddit admin that explains everything you need to know about shadowbans and spam filters from what triggers them to how to appeal them. The guide covers common misconceptions, provides real examples of shadowbanned accounts, and offers actionable advice for both users and moderators dealing with shadowbans.

Click the image above to see a comprehensive guide about Reddit shadowbans by one of Reddit's admins