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Hey mods!
Last year, u: a place that stays human at its core, even as the internet around us becomes increasingly driven by AI and slop. Authentic conversation shaped by real people and trusted interactions is what makes Reddit unlike anywhere else online.
So today, followed up with a major step toward that future with the rollout of a new App label. .
If you're a developer and have technical questions about what this might mean for you, .
Hello, Mods!
We’ve got a fresh batch of tools rolling out. These updates are aimed at making things clearer for users and smoother for mod teams. Ideally, they’ll help get you some time back…or at least reduce the number of times you have to explain the same rule for the thousandth time.
Automation enhancements
Post Guidance just got smarter.
It can now detect links and better reflect the rules your community already has in place. If someone is about to post something that clearly breaks a link rule, they’ll get a nudge before it goes live instead of finding out after the fact.
We’ve also added the ability for Post Guidance to detect post types. For image posts, it’ll look at the title (not the image itself, though that is on our roadmap).
The goal is to help reduce avoidable removals, cut down on confusion for users, and increase the chances that posts meet your standards on the first try.
Additional improvements are coming soon. In April, it’ll be able to distinguish between parent and child comments, and you’ll be able to target configurations based on Post Flair. This is an area we plan to continue investing in because catching issues before they reach your queue beats cleaning them up afterward.
To check out Post Guidance, visit Mod Tools and then click on the Automations tab.
Recommended removal reasons
When you remove a post or comment, you’ll now see suggested removal reasons based on the content and removal reasons you’ve previously created.
They’re just suggestions. You can use them, tweak them, or ignore them entirely.
The goal here is to reduce repetitive typing and keep messaging consistent without turning moderation into a copy-paste factory.
New mod onboarding and training
Bringing on new mods has historically been a “choose your own adventure.” Sometimes that works, and sometimes it depends entirely on who had time that week. This new system gives you a more structured place to start:
Customizable onboarding: A structured set of steps you can personalize for your community.
A training queue: New mods practice on examples from your subreddit, choosing Approve/Remove based on your rules.
Space for the “why”: Seasoned mods can attach explanations so new mods learn your judgment, not just the mechanics.
Better consistency: Whether your three mods or thirty, everyone starts from the same baseline.
This doesn’t replace your Discord docs or off-platform flow charts. It complements them and creates a solid foundation for new mods joining your team.
To access the Mod Onboarding Guide and Training Queue, visit Mod Tools and then click on the “Guides” tab. Please note that the onboarding guide will become available this week, while the training queue will start to roll out next week.
Translation indicators in mod queue
Reddit keeps getting more global, which means you’re moderating across languages more often.
You’ll now see indicators in the mod queue when content has been translated, giving you more context about what you’re reviewing. In other words, this should mean fewer moments of staring at a post and wondering if it’s spam, poetry, or both.
Segmented poll results
Mod-created polls now show segmented results, so you can see how your community voted compared with the nonmembers who popped in to cast a ballot.
Spin one up in seconds and see what the regulars think versus the visiting electorate.
Helping smaller communities get discovered
One of our big focuses this year is helping people better find the communities they’re looking for.
We’re starting to surface growing subreddits in the feeds of larger, related communities. The idea is to connect redditors who are already interested in a topic with smaller communities that are building momentum in that same space.
This can mean more visibility, more potential members, and more chances for your community to find its people.
This is just the beginning. We’re building out additional discovery modules and experiments focused on helping communities grow in healthy, sustainable ways.
If you’re wondering how to increase your chances of showing up in these surfaces, the answer is refreshingly unglamorous: consistency and quality. Keep your community active, keep conversations engaging, and keep showing up.
We’ll keep working on the discovery side, so your effort has a better chance of being seen.
If your community would prefer not to appear in these discoverer surfaces, you can opt out at any time. Simply head to Mod Tools > General Settings > Privacy & Discovery, and toggle off “Appear in recommendations.” As always, you’re in control of how your community shows up on Reddit.
That’s the update.
We’re working toward a mod experience where things feel more connected, rules are easier for users to understand, and enforcement doesn’t feel like you need a to manage it. When rules are clear, and the tools reflect them properly, modding gets a lot simpler for everyone involved.
We’re also building with the reality of today’s mod teams in mind. A lot of you aren’t sitting at the same desk in the same timezone anymore. Teams are more distributed, more mobile, and more global than ever. Still powered by people (thankfully).
As always, drop your thoughts in the comments. We’re reading them and taking notes.
Howdy, mods! Welcome back to your monthly mod newsletter.
As mentioned last month, is the newsletter’s new home. If you found us in your feed, great. If you arrived via inbox notification, also great. We’ve heard that notifications help make sure no one misses an issue, so here we are!
Now let’s get into your monthly dose of community stories, events, product updates, opportunities, and the occasional cat/dog/pet. (By “occasional” we obviously mean every single time.)
Upcoming Mod Events
2026 Mod Events are in full swing, and you can stay cozy on your couch while participating. Here’s our virtual event slate for this month, April, and May:
MAR 18 – – Joining a Mod Team
APR 1 –
APR 14 – – User Satisfaction
APR 24 – – Movies & TV 🎬
MAY 6 –
MAY 29 – [Q2]
Get the entire calendar , and be sure to join so you don’t miss a thing.
Ban bot policy update: removing automated bans based on community association
On March 19, third-party bots (specifically and ) will be modified to remove features that automatically ban users solely based on their participation in other communities. Native tools and Dev Platform apps focused on user behavior rather than association remain widely available, and we encourage their use. For more information on this update and next steps, read the full post .
2026 Reddit Daily Games Hackathon winners 🏆
After an intense round of judging with our friends at GameMaker, we’ve crowned the winners of the ! The winning games stood out for their creativity, clever mechanics, delightful design, and more. From cozy bridge-building puzzles to inventive word challenges and community-driven virtual pets, this year’s hackathon brought in our biggest yet. Read the to see all the winners, superlatives, and honorable mentions.
Bug fixes
Android: Fixed an issue where some comment automations couldn’t be saved.
iOS: Fixed an issue where mod-only flair wasn’t visible when assigning user flair from the profile card after deeplinking to a post/comment from a notification.
Web: Fixed a bug that caused a validation error on hidden input when mods tried to post a removal reason comment.
For more platform updates, see the latest Changelog .
Join a mod Roundtable
We’re opening up , casual one-off calls where Reddit teams connect with mods to get feedback on specific topics and projects. These used to be invite-only, but we’re widening the circle so more mods can share their insights and help shape what we’re building. Our first one will focus on how we can better support mods, especially in ! Interested? to be considered. Calls will last about an hour, require a working mic, and come with a small thank-you gift for your time.
Spotlight on
Ever heard of The Woobles? They’re beginner-friendly crochet kits for creating incredibly cute stuffed characters, and they’ve inspired a passionate online fanbase. That enthusiasm led mod to create , a community where crochet creatives can share projects, ask questions, and celebrate new releases while respecting pattern creators. In just 11 months, the community grew to more than 4.3k members and 1.1M views, and even collaborated with The Woobles for a community giveaway. Read the to learn how thoughtful moderation and a strong mod team help the community thrive.
How a Mod Meetup in Milan led to
Each year, millions tune in for the Sanremo Music Festival, Italy’s iconic five-night televised competition that determines who will represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest.
After meeting at Italy’s first Mod Meetup in Milan, a group of moderators launched , a central space for fans to follow and discuss the event. One of the mods, , even built a Devvit app called , allowing redditors to vote for their favorite artists during the festival. It also marked the first time an Italian moderator created a Dev Platform app – bravo!
Build a community without starting from scratch
Have you ever had the perfect idea for a community only to find the name already taken? Good news – some of those communities may be up for grabs! Communities like , , and are , and yes, you must hurry because they might not be up for long! Of course, if they’re taken, you can always ask to join the mod team, too.
If you decide to claim an available community, make sure you read through the first. Then, head on over to to make your claim before they’re taken!
Mod Topics series in
The team recently started a where they share knowledge, highlight tools, answer questions, and learn from each other. Here’s the latest in Mod Topics:
Pet of the month: Rascal
Meet Rascal, mod ’s adorable troublemaker! Rascal earned his name on night one with his new family, when he darted straight under the deck at 11 p.m. and refused to come out. Don’t worry, he has since emerged from under the deck and now thankfully graces the world with his presence. (Photo below for proof!)
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