r/startups

Frequently asked questions

Who is r/startups for?

Best for Founders and startup builders enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.

Is r/startups free to join?

This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.

How many members does r/startups have?

Roughly 2.1M members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.

What platform is r/startups on?

r/startups runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.

What topics does r/startups cover?

On the Hive Index, r/startups is organized under Founders and startup builders.

How do I join r/startups?

You can join r/startups by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.

What are the Entrepreneurship communities like?

One of the biggest categories on the site, covering everything from first-time startup founders to serial entrepreneurs scaling multiple businesses. You will find communities on Reddit, Discord, and Slack for idea validation, fundraising advice, hiring strategy, and the daily grind of building a startup or company. Good for finding peers at similar stages and getting honest feedback from people who have been through it.