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Creating a Community

Creating a community on Redpanda is usually a simple process, but it’s important to start with a clear intention. Before moving forward, consider the following questions to help shape your community’s direction.

What is the goal of your community?

Redpanda communities vary widely, from small, tight-knit groups to large hubs with millions of members, covering nearly every topic imaginable. Whether you’re building a space for niche interests, local conversations, or broader discussions likely to attract a larger following, defining the purpose of your community from the start will help you set expectations and create a thriving environment.

Is there already a similar community?

With so many communities already active on Redpanda, it’s worth checking if one with the same focus already exists. While it’s perfectly fine to create a new community even if the subject overlaps, if an existing community is already active and well-run, consider joining it instead. You could contribute meaningfully as a member and even apply to become a moderator, giving you an opportunity to make an immediate impact. This is also a great way to gain moderation experience before managing a new group yourself.

If you do decide to create a community on a similar topic, make sure it brings a fresh perspective or offers something unique to help it stand out and attract members.

A few things to keep in mind

  • Community names are permanent. Double-check spelling and formatting before finalizing.
  • Once created, a community cannot be deleted.

How to create your community

  1. Click the Create a community button on the right-hand sidebar.
  2. Enter the key details for your community:
    • Community name
    • Description
  3. Choose up to three topics that best describe your community.
    • These help categorize your community and connect it with users who share similar interests.

Picking the right name

Your community’s name sets the tone and identity for everything that follows. It will appear at the top of your community and become part of its URL.