How to Post on Reddit: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Quickly create a new post on Reddit

Written by Jack Lloyd

Last Updated: March 28, 2023 References Tested

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On iPhone

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On Android

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Observing Posting Etiquette

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Q&A

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Tips

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Warnings

Are you a Reddit user wondering "how do I post on Reddit?" Well you're in the right place! Posting to Reddit can be easily done on the desktop site and in the Reddit mobile app for iPhone and Android. Before posting on Reddit, you may also want to review common posting etiquette. This wikiHow teaches you how to create a post on Reddit.

Method 1

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On Desktop

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Open Reddit. Go to https://www.reddit.com/ in your preferred browser. As long as you're already logged into Reddit, this will open the Reddit hot page.^{[1]
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- If you aren't logged in, click Log in or sign up in the top-right corner, enter your username and password, and click LOG IN.
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Click the HOME tab. It's in the upper-left side of the Reddit page.

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Select a post type. Click one of the following options on the right side of the page:^{[2]
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- Submit a new link - Allows you to post a link, a photo, or a video.
- Submit a new text post - Allows you to create a text-only post.
- Some subreddits only have one post option, while others have several more specific post options.
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Enter a title. Find the "title" text box, then type the title of your post into the text box.
- When posting a link, you'll find the "title" text box near the middle of the form.
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Select a place to post. Check either the "Your profile" box or the "A subreddit" box. If you check the "A subreddit" box, you'll need to type in the name of a subreddit (e.g., worldnews) and then click the subreddit's name in the resulting drop-down menu.
- Remember that many subreddits have their own set rules, be sure to follow their rules before posting to avoid having your post removed by moderators.
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Create your post. This process will differ slightly depending on the type of post you're making:
- Link - Enter the web address of the item you're sharing in the "URL" box. You can also upload an image or video instead of a link by clicking CHOOSE FILE in the "image/video" box and then selecting a file from your computer.
- Text - Add body text by typing in the "text (optional)" box.
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Scroll down and check the "I'm not a robot" box. It's near the bottom of the page.
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Click submit. It's at the bottom of the post window. Doing so will upload your post to your specified subreddit.

Method 2

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On iPhone

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Open Reddit. Tap the Reddit app icon, which resembles an orange alien face. Reddit will open to your home page if you're already signed into your account.^{[3]
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- If you aren't already logged in, tap LOGIN and enter your username and password to log in.
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Tap the Home tab. It's at the top of the screen.
- If you don't see this tab at the top of the screen, first tap the Reddit icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
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Tap the "Post" icon. This pencil-shaped icon is at the bottom of the screen. Doing so brings up a pop-up menu with post options.
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Select a type of post. In the pop-up menu, tap one of the following options:
- LINK
- IMAGE
- VIDEO
- TEXT
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Select a community. Tap the Choose a community link at the top of the page, then either tap My Profile to post to your profile or tap a subreddit on the resulting page.
- You can also type a subreddit's name into the "Search" box at the top of this page.
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Add a title. Type the title of your post into the "An interesting title" text box that's near the top of the page.
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Create your post. Depending on the type of post you selected, the information that you enter will vary:
- LINK - Type the link address into the "http://" field near the middle of the page.
- IMAGE or VIDEO - Tap Camera or Library, then either take a photo or video, or select one from your iPhone's library.
- TEXT - Type your text post's body text into the bottom text field (optional).
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Tap POST. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. Doing so will post your content to your selected subreddit (or to your profile page).

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On Android

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Open Reddit. Tap the Reddit app icon, which resembles an orange alien face. Reddit will open to your home page if you're already signed into your account.
- If you aren't already logged in, tap LOGIN and enter your username and password to log in.
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Tap the Home tab. You'll see this option at the top of the screen.
- If you don't see this tab at the top of the screen, first tap the Reddit icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
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Tap the "Post" icon. It's a blue-and-white ＋ icon in the lower-right side of the screen. Doing so prompts a pop-up menu to appear.
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Select a type of post. Depending on the type of post that you want to create, tap one of the following options:
- Post image/video
- Post some text
- Post a link
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Select a community. Tap the My profile link near the top of the page, then select a subreddit or search for one in the text box near the top of the page.^{[4]
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- Skip this step if you want to post to your profile instead of a specific subreddit.
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Add a title. Type your post's title into the text box that's below your selected post location.
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Create your post. Depending on your selected post type, this process will vary:
- Image/Video - Tap either IMAGE, VIDEO, or LIBRARY, then either take a picture, record a video, or select a photo from your library (respectively).
- Text - Type your post's text into the "Describe in more detail (optional)" text box.
- Link - Enter your link in the text box that's below the title.
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Tap POST. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. Doing so will post your content to your selected subreddit (or to your profile page).

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Observing Posting Etiquette

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Learn the global rules. These rules govern posting everywhere on Reddit:^{[5]
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- Don't post any sexual content featuring children or minors. This includes suggestive content.
- Don't spam. Spamming is the practice of rapidly posting the same thing over and over again, or filling up posts with repeated information.
- Don't try to affect how people vote on your posts. Everything from begging to asking politely is forbidden.
- Don't post personal information. This includes your own information and that of others.
- Don't damage or interfere with the site itself.
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Follow the specific rules for each subreddit. Subreddits are governed by their own secondary rules underneath Reddit's global rule set. Most of these are written as content restrictions.
- To learn the specific rules for a subreddit, tap the subreddit's link, tap the menu button in the top-right corner of the screen, and tap Community Info (mobile), or check the right side of the main page of that subreddit (desktop).
- Breaking subreddit rules won't get you in serious trouble with the site, but it can get you and your post(s) removed from that subreddit. It will also irritate other users of the subreddit.
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Study “reddiquette.” Reddiquette is a combination of “Reddit” and “etiquette” that describes a set of common Dos and Don'ts of conduct throughout most of the site. Some of the more important pieces of reddiquette include:^{[6]
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- Be courteous. Other commenters and posters are human just like you. Consider what you would say if you confronted this person face-to-face before posting.
- Vote on other users' comments and submissions. Make sure that you only use the downvote option for content or comments that don't fit the subreddit or don't add anything to the conversation.
- Don't downvote simply because you don't agree with the other person.
- Make thoughtful posts, stay abreast of new posts, and link to outside sources responsibly. Meaning contribute to the conversation at hand in a meaningful manner. Redditors do not take kindly to blatant spam or self promotion. If you are upfront about what your link is, and it contributes to the conversation and is applicable, then by all means post. Blatant self promotion or attempts to garner traffic usually are not met with favorably.
- Let people know why you edited your comment. It is common courtesy to explain why your post has been edited, as everyone can see which posts have been edited.
- Don't be intentionally rude. Reddit strives to foster an active community, and rudeness undermines that.
- Don't start or participate in trolling and flame wars, which are attacks on other users without contributing to the discussion.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I get 10 karma on Reddit so that I can upload a picture?

Community Answer

Go to a subreddit you like and select "new." Comment some appropriate and positive things.
Question

How can I reply to all of the comments on my post at once?

Community Answer

You can't, but you can add an edit to the original post if you want a message to be seen by everyone.
Question

How do I link to another post in a post?

Community Answer

Just copy the url and paste it in the "url" section when submitting a post. Don't tell people to vote on it, as that is against Reddit's rules.

Warnings

Always follow the rules for your chosen subreddit, as they may include provisions in addition to the usual Reddit rules.

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Don't solely use Reddit for self promotion. Reddit is a site more for discussion rather than self promotion. Additionally, do not spam.

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