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Which HN guideline forbids or even suggests that advertisements should be frowned upon? HN is constantly filled up with advertisements. Changelogs are a good ex
by Strom 10y ago
Which HN guideline forbids or even suggests that advertisements should be frowned upon? HN is constantly filled up with advertisements. Changelogs are a good example of articles that don't even try to hide that they want you to use the product in question and have minimal benefit to non-users.
- stagbeetle 10y agoIt violates the ethos of discussion. It's okay to "advertise" your work, as long as you disclose your affiliations so readers are aware of possible biases. Misleading readers (such as clickbait) goes against that.