How do I build traffic to my social media site without spamming?

[Tyler Duffy]

Well depending on which email system you used, you may be able to email the old members explaining that the site is now under new management, and then simply have them click a confirmation link to be added to your new mailing list. I know autoresponders like Aweber have this feature.

And as far as building new member traffic, I would suggest that you go to similar sites like yours and expose your site in a tactful ways to those members. People tend to flock to new sites if it's similar to sites they already like but yet has something unique to offer.