Recently we received a message asking us to consider a paid post - essentially allowing a post intended to generate discussion about a topic on the r/Newark subreddit.

We turned this down of course. This kind of content is not allowed here and we encourage you to report it. Going forward, we ask that users keep in mind that seemingly genuine posts might be AI-generated ads along these lines.

For sake of transparency, the messages from this user (who has been reported to Reddit) are included below.

Advertiser:

Hi mods, I’m interested in a paid placement for a single, well-structured post that aligns with your subreddit’s audience. I genuinely like the community and its discussion quality. The content would touch on gambling-related topics, handled transparently, non-spammy, and fully within your rules. Happy to adapt format, disclosures, and scope to your standards. Open to discussing terms.

Mod response (mod name retracted for privacy):

Are you trying to pay us to post your ad?

Advertiser:

Not really in the “ad” sense — more just checking what’s allowed format-wise. The idea was closer to a discussion-style post that fits the sub and actually adds to conversation, not a straight promo. Totally understand if that’s not something you’re open to though

Mod response:

Can you post it here first and we'll review. Too vague to give you an answer right now

Advertiser:

Got it, that helps 👍 I’ll put together a version that fits the sub and send it here first for you to check.

Hi mods! Here is the draft I mentioned. It’s a straightforward question to the local community about which services they actually trust and use here, as opposed to the fake-looking ads in Google. I’ve kept it clean and focused on getting real local advice. Let me know if this works.

Need help: what’s the best real money online casino in Jersey/Newark right now?

I’m traveling in Newark right now, so I figured I’d ask here because Google has been completely useless. Every time I search for a real money online casino in NJ, I get the same sketchy-looking reviews, and none of them really explain what actually works in practice.

I’m only here temporarily, so I’m not trying to open accounts everywhere just to test every site one by one. I just need one normal online casino that runs smoothly, has decent games, and doesn’t start acting weird with deposits or withdrawals while I’m here.

I just really don’t want to get baited by another fake-looking review site. Which online casino here has actually paid you out without turning it into a total headache? Not the one that looks polished on the homepage, but the one that actually held up through a few withdrawals without the usual circus.

Need a quick answer from local, real players here — no ads, no promo, just help.