Reddit for Windows

The front page of the internet

Reddit is a free social networking app for people with specific interests looking to talk and share about it. Each group is called a subreddit covering a wide range of topics. People with the most insightful or entertaining posts and comments can earn karma that acts as reputation points for them.

Reddit can also be used as a way to communicate with people anonymously, yet all progress you have made on the program is publicly seen. Customize your avatar with whatever you like, or buy a Reddit Premium subscription to get rid of all ads. This platform also gives reliable content recommendations.

Your daily dose of the web

Reddit’s difference from all other social media apps is the inclusion of a karma system, useful or popular comments and posts can be upvoted, while content or opinions with questionable or unpopular information will be downvoted. You can find all sorts of subreddits, traditionally called message boards before, covering a wide range of niches and interests. It also has a private chat you can use to interact with other users.

The app’s Windows version is smooth and user-friendly, with the home page displaying content from the subreddits you follow. Dark Mode is great for nighttime viewing and there’s also a customization page for your avatar. Some skins are available for free, while others require real-world purchases to acquire. You can also award gifts or medals for outstanding content or comments in different designs and denominations.

As good as the app is, there is room for improvement. There’s a lack of audio and video comments, which has been requested by the community since the beginning. While the app is minimalist, it still suffers from performance issues in older hardware. While it suits casual browsing, some advanced features from the web version such as detailed moderation tools are absent. Still, it’s a great app with a tremendous amount of support.

Find your people with Reddit

Reddit is a great social networking app for anyone looking for content that suits their specific interests. It’s easy to use and provides a lot of customization for your avatar. However, the lack of audio and video commenting, detailed moderation tools on the app, and performance issues for older hardware leaves room for improvement. Nonetheless, it's still one of the best social media apps if you want complete anonymity.