Answered We're allowed to discuss other forums and marketplaces here?

[Spicy Nug]

Hi!

I've been seeing posts and threads about other forums and marketplaces here.

I'm really surprised to see this because other places I've been to are really strict about even mentioning sites in the same niche.

I just wanted to check if it's allowed before I respond to any of the threads again (sorry, I forgot to ask before doing it. Didn't think about it! ). Thanks mods!

 

[Zwielicht]

Yeah, this is allowed here. We just want everyone to be able to openly discuss and even use other platforms in order to build their reputations and increase their sales.

The only thing that wouldn't be allowed is shilling since it violates rule 3.1. In other words, if someone associated with any competing platform comes on here and starts promoting their site, we wouldn't allow that.

Spoiler: Rule 3

3. Sales & Promotion
3.1 Selling and Promoting Outside of the Trading Post
Selling or promoting products, services, or platforms is only permitted within the Trading Post section of the forum, unless:

You mention your approved listing on your profile.
You advertise in your signature as a Sapphire, Platinum, or Founding member.
For the purposes of these terms, “selling” refers to offering, soliciting, or attempting to offer products or services for monetary compensation, barter, or other value, either directly or indirectly. “Promoting” refers to the act of advertising, endorsing, or drawing attention to a product, service, brand, business, or external platform in a manner that implies or encourages commercial interest.

Examples of selling or promoting include (but are not limited to):

Posting threads or comments offering services, products, or tools for sale, rent, or exchange.
Publicly requesting users to DM, message, or contact you to learn more about a product or service.
Embedding sales copy, marketing language, or call-to-action phrases in discussion threads (e.g., "DM me for a great deal", "I can help you with that - contact me for more information").
Promoting affiliate links, referral programs, or monetized URLs outside of approved signature spaces, threads, or profile fields.
Linking to websites, channels, or landing pages whose primary purpose is to generate sales, leads, or traffic to a commercial service, even if no direct sale occurs on the forum itself.
Discussions or casual mentions of tools, services, or platforms are permitted when clearly non-commercial in nature (e.g., personal experiences, non-affiliate recommendations, or contextually relevant mentions), provided they do not violate any other forum rules.

Members unsure whether a post may constitute selling or promoting should contact the moderation team before posting. Violations may result in notice points, thread removal, or account restrictions.

 

[Spicy Nug]

Okay good to know! Thx!