Adults
Staying Safe on Reddit
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Reddit lets you join communities, share posts and discuss topics that interest you. While it can be a useful platform to learn new things and explore ideas, it is important to know how to adjust your settings to protect your privacy, security and wellbeing.
How can interactions on Reddit affect you?
Reddit is made up of communities called subreddits, where users can post content and discuss topics.
While Reddit has content policies and moderation in place, you may still come across:
Cyberbullying, harassment or doxxing
Discussions that spread misinformation or misleading advice
Harmful or extreme views in certain communities
Because interactions can be anonymous and moderation may vary across communities, it may feel more difficult to deal with harmful content or behaviour. If you find yourself in such a situation, then it is a sign to adjust your settings to protect yourself.
How can you protect yourself on Reddit?
Review your settings to help you manage what you see and who can contact you.
You can:
Hide mature content under “Feed Settings”
Review the personal data visible on your account
Block accounts you do not want to interact with
What else can you do when something does not feel right?
Sometimes, certain content or interactions may cause discomfort and make you feel unsafe.
When that happens, remember:
You do not have to respond or explain yourself
Saving screenshots or links can help if you want to report harmful behaviour
Blocking or reporting is okay
Getting support early can prevent things from getting worse
Where can you learn more about Reddit’s safety tools?
Visit this resource to find out more about staying safe on Reddit:
Reddit Help Centre: Get help with your account, settings and security, and find answers to common questions
You can also explore other online safety resources on our website for more advice on staying safe online.