Troubleshooting Visibility
Shadowban vs Post Removed: How to Tell the Difference (Fast)
People say “shadowban” for everything. Usually it’s a subreddit removal or an automated filter. Here’s how to diagnose it quickly.
TL;DR: If only one subreddit is affected → rules/filter. If everything is invisible everywhere → possible account-wide issue.
Start with the main checklist: Post Removed or Invisible? (Fixes).
Signs It’s a Subreddit Removal/Filter
- Only one subreddit is affected.
- You see a mod note or AutoModerator comment.
- Your post format/flair/title didn’t match rules.
Fix: Posting Rules & Flair.
Signs It’s Broader Than One Subreddit
- Posts/comments seem invisible across many subs.
- Everything gets filtered immediately.
- Your account has repeated spam-like patterns.
Prevention: Avoid Reddit Filters.
Best “safe reset”: spend 2–3 days doing only comments using
First Comments Formula.
Next steps
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