Minimum age according to Terms of Use: 13+

What is Reddit?

Reddit is a platform built around communities (called “subreddits”) where users post questions, share opinions, images, and information on various topics—from science and music to video games, health, politics, and everyday life. Each post can be commented on, upvoted, or shared, and users typically remain anonymous. While Reddit can be a source of useful and educational information, it is also home to many communities containing inappropriate, disturbing, or potentially dangerous content, with little moderation to protect younger users.

What parents should watch out for:

Exposure to inappropriate content

Reddit hosts thousands of communities that are not age-filtered. Many forums include explicit sexual content, violence, drug-related material, disturbing images, and inappropriate comments—easily accessible even without registration.

Anonymity = increased risk

Reddit users don’t use real names and don’t reveal their identity. While this protects privacy, it also allows inappropriate behavior without consequences.

Online predators and manipulation

There have been cases of contact between online predators and minors due to Reddit’s relaxed access, private messaging, and lack of moderation mechanisms.

Cyberbullying and hate speech

An anonymous environment can encourage offensive comments, bullying, harassment, and mockery, especially within communities that lack active moderation.

Misinformation and conspiracy theories

Reddit is known for spreading unverified information. Children and teens—whose critical thinking skills are still developing—can easily believe harmful or false content.

Data safety concerns

Although content may appear anonymous, Reddit has experienced data breaches. Children may accidentally share information that could identify them.

Advice for parents

We do not recommend Reddit for children or younger teens

If your child does use the platform, it’s important to:

• Discuss the risks of sharing personal information
• Set clear rules and explain why certain content is unsafe
• Remind them that “internet friends” are not the same as real-life friends
• Use parental controls and time limits
• Stay informed about internet trends and the subreddits your child visits
• Encourage honest, judgment-free conversations based on trust

Children and teens who want to explore topics and engage in discussions should do so in a safer and supervised online environment.

Additional support and reporting

If you’re concerned about your child’s online safety:

• Helpline: 0800 200 880
• Report illegal content: www.netpatrola.rs
• Suspected online abuse: Contact the police immediately
• Remove explicit photos: www.ncii.csi.org.rs
• More resources: www.cnzd.rs
• Free psychological and legal support: kontakt@cnzd.rs

Useful links:

https://redditinc.com/policies/reddit-rules