The Reddit app is generally considered to be safe and secure. It’s protected by the same protocols and standards as the Reddit website. However, users must still be cautious against scammers, inappropriate content, and misinformation.

No, Reddit isn’t safe for children. Even though the site sets a minimum age of 13, there’s no real age verification, so younger kids can easily access it. Some content on Reddit can be explicit, inappropriate, or even harmful, and moderation depends on the community, which means rules aren’t always consistently enforced. Parental controls are limited, so without third-party tools or close supervision, it’s not a platform most parents would consider kid-friendly.

Generally, Reddit is safe, but like many large social platforms, it depends on how you use it. The site itself isn’t inherently dangerous, and it doesn’t install anything on your device just by visiting.  However, because Reddit is built around user-generated content, some posts, links, or communities may expose you to scams, misinformation, or inappropriate material. Overall, platform trust depends on how carefully you use Reddit and which communities you engage with.