Automating Reddit signal for your product: What worked, what got my 5 years old with 8000 karma account banned, and how to do it wisely

By a builder who learned the hard way

Reddit is still one of the highest-signal places on the internet for product builders. People show up with real problems, unfiltered opinions, and buying intent. The challenge isn’t finding conversations, it’s finding the right ones at scale without destroying your account in the process.

This is the story of an automation experiment I ran while promoting Mail2Follow, and the expensive lesson that came with it.

Why Reddit Feels Like a Goldmine (Until It Isn’t)

You are a developer, or let's say a Builder. With your brain + the power of AI you build your shiny new little tool. You have put so much effort into it, but now you need feedback from real users. And everyone will tell you that Reddit is the right place for that.