Is Reddit Safe for Kids?
Age rating is set by App Store, not by Unstar. This page explains it and adds what parents report in reviews. Not affiliated with REDDIT, INC..
What Reddit's age rating means
The App Store gives Reddit an official 17+ rating, so the store considers it unsuitable for children. That usually reflects mature themes, chat with strangers, suggestive content, or gambling-style mechanics. For a child or younger teen, treat this as a clear caution.
What parents and users report about Reddit
Users complain about being forced to use the app instead of the mobile browser version, with many reporting intrusive pop-ups and redirects. Other major issues include aggressive auto-refreshing that disrupts browsing, poor moderation practices, and excessive censorship or biased content removal. The app is also criticized for being buggy, slow, and filled with deceptive ads.
Summarized from 157 recent 1-3 star reviews. These are user reports, not verified claims.
How to keep your child safe with Reddit
Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions. Set an age limit for apps, require Ask to Buy for purchases, and restrict or remove Reddit if it is above your child's age.
Use Google Family Link to approve installs, set a Play Store content rating limit, require purchase approval, and block or uninstall Reddit on your child's device.
Reddit for kids: frequently asked questions
Is Reddit safe for kids?
Reddit carries an official age rating of 17+ on the App Store, which means it is not designed for children. It is a real, listed app, but the store itself flags it for a mature audience. If a younger child wants it, the rating alone is a strong reason to say no or to supervise closely.
What age rating does Reddit have?
The App Store rates Reddit as 17+. This is the store's own content rating, set from the app's features and content, not our opinion. Use it as the starting point for whether it fits your child's age.
Can my child use Reddit safely?
If you decide to allow it, use device parental controls: Screen Time and Content & Privacy Restrictions on iPhone, or Family Link and Play Store parental controls on Android. Turn on purchase approval, set age-appropriate content limits, and keep the account under your family group so you can see activity.
How do I block or remove Reddit from my child's phone?
On iPhone, open Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions, then restrict or delete the app and block reinstalling it. On Android, open Family Link, select your child, find Reddit and block or uninstall it. You can also set a store age limit so apps above your child's age cannot be installed.