Frequently Asked Questions

What is ChristianHN?

ChristianHN is a Hacker News-style community for Christian developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts. It's a place to share Christian software, discuss technology, showcase projects, and connect with like-minded believers in tech.

What can I post?

You can submit:

• Software — Christian apps, websites, and tools
• Show CHN — Your own projects and creations
• Ask CHN — Questions for the community
• Ministry — Tech used in ministry contexts
• Jobs — Christian tech job opportunities
• Resources — Tutorials, articles, and learning materials

How does ranking work?

Posts are ranked using a time-decay algorithm similar to Hacker News. New posts start on the front page and gradually move down as they age, unless they receive upvotes. More upvotes keep posts visible longer.

What is karma?

Karma is a measure of your contributions to the community. You gain karma when your submissions and comments receive upvotes. Higher karma unlocks certain features and shows you're a valued community member.

Can I delete my posts?

Yes, you can request deletion of your content. However, if your post has received comments from others, it may be preserved to maintain the discussion thread integrity.

How do I report inappropriate content?

Click the "flag" link on any submission or comment to report it to moderators. Our team reviews flagged content and takes appropriate action based on our community guidelines.

Is there an API?

Yes! ChristianHN has a public API for reading content and a service API for authorized cross-app posting. See our API documentation for details.

Who runs ChristianHN?

ChristianHN is part of the Chirho project family, created to serve the Christian developer community. It's built and maintained by Christians who love technology and want to glorify God through software.