Parents
Staying Safe on Reddit
Keeping your child safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Reddit allows your child to join communities, share posts and discuss topics that interest them. While it can be a useful place to learn new things and explore ideas, there can be risks. Understanding the controls available can help you guide them towards a safer online experience.
How can interactions on Reddit affect your child?
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, your child 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 for your child to deal with harmful content or behaviour. If interactions start to make your child uncomfortable, it may be time to review their settings with them.
What are Reddit’s default protections for younger users?
The minimum age to create a Reddit account in Singapore is 13 years old. However, some content may be accessible without an account.
For younger users aged 13 to 17, some privacy and safety settings are turned on by default to provide extra protection.
Settings to limit interactions with strangers
Your child’s profile is hidden by default and will not show up in search results
No one can follow or chat with your child
Filters to reduce inappropriate content
Mature content is hidden
How can you further protect your child on Reddit?
Even with default protections in place, you can add extra safeguards by reviewing settings together and agreeing on what safe usage looks like in your family.
Together, review the personal data visible on your child’s account and manage who can interact with them. You and your child can decide on:
What else can you do when something does not feel right?
Sometimes, certain content or interactions may cause your child to feel uncomfortable and unsafe.
When that happens, let your child know that:
They do not have to respond or explain themselves
Saving screenshots or links can help if you or your child wants to report harmful behaviour
Blocking or reporting is okay
Talking to you or another trusted adult can help them figure out next steps
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 how to help your child stay 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 keeping your child safe online.