Q&A for How to Use Reddit

You can find Reddit posts in three easy ways. First, use Google by typing your search terms followed by "site:reddit.com." For example, "best indoor plants site: reddit.com" finds Reddit discussions about indoor plants. Second, use the search bar on the Reddit website or the app itself. Lastly, if you know the post is in a specific subreddit, go to that subreddit and use its internal search function to look for that specific post.

To read the full post, tap or click the title to open the thread. If the text is shortened, look for a “Read more” or “Continue reading” link. Click it to expand the full message.

Locations-posting can be found underneath the create post box (box), or within the Rich Text Editor's text box (desktop). Keep in mind that not all channels require you to give them a location, so this may not be seen and may be disabled.

Start with the at-sign (@) followed by the user's complete username, then type a space and continue with your message.

Reddit has a search bar near the top center of all pages on desktop or through a magnifying glass icon on mobile.

Presently, Reddit doesn't give this functionality to users, and it's unknown if they will ever do this. However, you can skim through the level lines to see what other responses are given at that level, with little interaction in seeing other responses at lower levels.

You can't change it to a personal image, but you can customize your Reddit avatar in the "Style Avatar" section of your settings. Most features are for Reddit Premium members, but as a free member, you can make limited adjustments on the desktop version. The mobile app is restricted to paid users.

You can report bullying on Reddit using the Report button under the comments or posts. Let negative feedback fall off your shoulders, as it's often intended to provoke. You can also report such behavior at reddit.com/report, where Reddit Admins will review and decide on the appropriate actions.

You can find your comments by clicking the "Comments" button underneath the post. Additionally, the notification inbox keeps track of new comments and other actions. The comments button has a tiny cloud next to its number of previous comments.

Reddit doesn't make finding old posts easy. You can check your profile page for links and previews of your submissions, but you may need to scroll extensively to locate a post from that long ago.

Your email is only visible to you unless you choose to make it public, which is not recommended.

To post NSFW content of yourself on Reddit, you must be at least 18 years old and follow Reddit’s content policies. Post only in subreddits that allow NSFW content and have clear rules about what’s allowed. Mark your post as NSFW before submitting it, using the toggle in the post settings. Always read the subreddit’s rules to ensure your content is appropriate and welcome.

To find someone on Reddit, use the search bar at the top and type their username with "u/" before it (e.g., u/username). You can also go directly to their profile by typing reddit.com/u/username in your browser. If their profile is private or they've deleted their account, you won't be able to see their posts or comments. Remember to respect privacy and Reddit's rules when interacting.

To see a subreddit you created, go to your profile and click on the "Moderation" tab. It will list any subreddits you moderate, including the one you made. Alternatively, you can type the subreddit's name into the search bar or URL directly (like reddit.com/r/YourSubredditName). If you're logged in, it should recognize you as the creator and show mod tools.

You might not be able to message someone if your account is new, as Reddit limits messaging for new users to prevent spam. The person you’re trying to message may have settings that block messages from certain users. Also, some subreddits restrict messaging between members. Check your account age and ensure you follow Reddit’s rules before trying again.

If you don’t know the title, try searching keywords related to the post in Reddit’s search bar. You can also include the subreddit name if you know where it was posted. If that doesn’t work, try using Google with "site:reddit.com" and keywords. Sorting by “Top” or “New” might help narrow it down.

If a Reddit post shows only a description and not the video, tap or click the post title to open the full thread. Sometimes the video won’t play in preview and only loads inside the full post. If it still doesn’t show, the video might be hosted on another site — check for a link in the post or comments. Try using the Reddit app or a different browser if it won’t load.

Reddit usually allows you to edit posts after the first hour, so the edit button should work. If it's not, try refreshing the page, clearing your browser cache, or updating the app. Some subreddits or post types may restrict editing, and if nothing works, you may need to delete and repost your content.

Reddit offers a subscription service called Reddit Premium. As of June 2025, it costs $59.99 plus tax yearly or $6.99 plus tax monthly. It includes benefits like ad-free browsing and more features, but whether it's worth it depends on your personal preferences.

Some subreddits require users to have a certain amount of karma before posting. To increase your karma, try engaging with the community by commenting on existing posts. Once you've built up enough karma, you should be able to post your question successfully.

No. Setting up a Reddit account is free.

The number 3 signifies that you have three notifications, usually related to comments on your posts. Click it to view and manage these notifications.

Your Reddit username is the one you initially chose, and Reddit does not allow you to change it once it is selected.

This article has been updated to reflect that. Once you've subscribed to some subreddits and signed in to your account, you can find them from the desktop version on the left-hand toolbar under "Communities."

Reddit is fairly open to any topic of relevance. However, they frown on spam, much like any public community digital location. Each subreddit has their own rules posted on the main channel page, while Reddit has their own rules posted (redditinc. com/ policies/ reddit-rules).

To hide posts you don't want to see, open the post and tap the three-dots menu near the title (on desktop) or at the top right (on mobile), then select 'Hide.' Note that this might lead to other posts replacing them, which may or may not be of interest to you either, depending on your usage of Reddit.

Use the Communities tab in the left-hand sidebar on desktop. On mobile, you can find them under the hamburger menu in the top left corner labeled as "Your Communities."

By default, Reddit mutes sound on mobile to help users focus on each post. You can enable sound by clicking the mute button in the bottom right corner of a video. To have sound play by default, go to Settings, find "Mute videos by default" under the Advanced section, and toggle it off.

Basic browsing and usage are free, but Reddit also offers a paid tier called Reddit Premium, which includes additional features.

It's important for you to monitor your child's use of Reddit. Sit with them while they browse the platform to guide their understanding of appropriate content and to answer any questions they might have.