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How to Contact Moderators (Modmail Etiquette + Templates)
Updated for 2025 • Modmail

How to Contact Moderators (Modmail Etiquette + Templates)

Most removals are solvable with one good modmail. The best messages are short, respectful, and specific: include the link to your post, state intent in one sentence, and ask one clear question.

Author: Editorial Team Reading time: ~6–8 min Last updated: 2025-12-27
Quick answer (copy this structure)
Hi mods — thanks for your time. Post link: [paste link] Intent: [one sentence] Question: [one clear question] Thanks, I’ll follow the rules.

On this page

  1. When you should message mods (and when you shouldn’t)
  2. The 5-line modmail structure
  3. Copy/paste templates
  4. Mistakes that get ignored
  5. What to do after a reply
  6. FAQ
Related guides

When you should message mods (and when you shouldn’t)

Good reasons
  • Your post was removed and you want to know which rule/format you missed
  • You’re unsure which flair/title format is required
  • You want to confirm if a type of link is allowed before posting
Bad reasons
  • Arguing aggressively or demanding reinstatement
  • Sending repeated messages in a short time
  • Reposting the same content without fixing the issue

If removals happen often, fix the root cause first: How to Read Subreddit Rules Like a Pro and Post Removed by AutoModerator.

The 5-line modmail structure

  1. Greeting + thanks
  2. Link to the removed post/comment
  3. Intent (one sentence)
  4. One clear question (don’t ask 5 things)
  5. Confirmation you’ll follow the rules
Rule of thumb

Short messages get read. Long debates usually don’t.

Copy/paste templates

Template A — “My post was removed, what rule did I miss?”

Hi mods — thanks for your time. My post link: [paste link] Intent: I’m trying to contribute by [one sentence]. Question: Could you point me to the specific rule/format I missed so I can post correctly (if allowed)? Thanks again — I’ll follow the subreddit rules.

Template B — “Is this allowed before I post?”

Hi mods — quick question. I want to share [what it is] because [why it helps the community]. Question: Is it allowed to include an external link, or should I post text-only with a short summary? Thanks — happy to follow your guidance.

Template C — Flair/title format

Hi mods — could you clarify the required format? Topic: [topic] Question: Which flair should I use, and is there a required title format (tags, prefixes, etc.)? Thank you!

Mistakes that get ignored

  • No link to the removed content
  • Emotional language (“unfair”, “censorship”, “you must…”)
  • Walls of text and multiple questions
  • Messaging repeatedly without waiting for a reply

What to do after a reply

  • If they explain a rule: apply it and repost only if allowed
  • If they say “not allowed”: accept it and don’t repost the same content
  • If you disagree: move on—arguing rarely helps and can escalate

Next step

Read next: Post Removed by AutoModerator (Reasons + Fix Checklist).

FAQ

How long should I wait for a reply?

Give it time. Mods are volunteers and response times vary by subreddit size and activity.

Should I repost immediately after removal?

Not without fixing the reason for removal. Ask for clarification first if you’re unsure.

What’s the best tone for modmail?

Polite, short, specific. One question, one request, and a clear intent.