I will consider making it optional, if not for this contest, at least for the future contests. Let me think about it.
I included that to give exposure to your post and Hive.
Perhaps you should consider having another social media account outside of Hive, for promotion of your posts and Hive.
I'm very happy with the platform I'm involved with now and the other ones you mentioned I have no interest in at all, especially Facebook and Twitter. Thanks for your suggestions, but the time I have to engage with folks will continue to be on #hive.
Have a wonderful day.
I am delighted to hear that you have no interest at all in the other social media platforms. I hope there are many more people like you.
To cater to such people, I have made the rule optional.
That's great news!