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# Do I get charged for comments that get removed?

#### **1. Comments Removed by Automoderation**

* **You are __NOT__ charged** if your comment is instantly removed by the subreddit’s automod (status:**“Automod Removed”**).
* **Why?** Automod removals usually happen right after posting, often because of a __banned word or a link in your comment__. Since your comment never actually appears live on Reddit, we don’t charge for these.

**What to do:**
* Re-submit your comment to remove any links or potentially restricted words.
* Try reposting with a different phrasing or without the problematic content.
* Always double-check the subreddit’s rules but there's no way to know for sure what triggered it.

#### **2. All Other Comment Statuses**

* If your comment shows as **“Published”** in CrowdReply, it means it was successfully posted to Reddit and **__you have been charged for it.__**
* If it was Published and removed within 72 hours of checking, **you'll be eligible for a 75% refund. **[Learn more about our refund policy here.](https://crowdreply.crisp.help/en/article/what-is-your-refund-policy-1nw3d5g/)

There are two main ways a published comment can be removed after being live on Reddit:

##### **A. Reddit’s Spam Filters**

* Your comment may get flagged and removed by Reddit’s automated spam system, sometimes hours or even days after posting.

**Common reasons:**
* Too **__many upvotes too quickly, especially on older threads__. (Most common reason)**
* Posting the same domain repeatedly **(e.g., more than 5 times in 24 hours). **Reddit's spam filters triggers this and starts removing comments.
* If the same domain is used too excessively in a short period of time, it can also **__result in your domain getting banned__** across Reddit.
* Using spammy or AI-generated content.

**Best practices:**
* [Read this post](#) on how to safely use upvotes in a drip-feed manner.
* All comments should be hand-written and provide some value while subtly promoting your brand. 
* Space out your comments in 24 hours (schedule the comments) and don't do more than 5 comments with the same domain. Use a mix of just brand mentions and domain link in your comments.

##### **B. Manual Moderator Removal**

* Subreddit moderators can remove any comment for breaking their rules, for **appearing spammy, AI-generated, or if reported by users.**
* **Tip:** Write natural, casual and helpful comments.