How do I install the reddit mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `REDDIT_CLIENT_ID`, `REDDIT_CLIENT_SECRET`, `REDDIT_USERNAME`, `REDDIT_PASSWORD`, `REDDIT_BUDDY_HOST` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Reddit MCP Server

Reddit browser for AI assistants. Browse posts, search content, analyze users. No API keys needed.

Local serverstdioPython

What is the Reddit MCP Server?

Reddit browser for AI assistants. Browse posts, search content, analyze users. No API keys needed.

The short version

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables Claude Desktop and other AI assistants to browse Reddit, search posts, and analyze user activity. Clean, fast, and actually works - browse subreddits with no API keys; add free Reddit credentials for search, comments, user analysis, and full metrics.

What it needs from you

Node.js >= 18.0.0 - npm or yarn - TypeScript 5.5+

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
browse_subreddit
search_reddit
get_post_details
user_analysis
reddit_explain

How to install the Reddit MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "reddit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "reddit-mcp-buddy"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Node.js >= 18.0.0 - npm or yarn - TypeScript 5.5+

Example prompts to try

“Use Reddit to Feature.”
“Use Reddit to Language.”
“Use Reddit to Search.”

Frequently asked questions

Reddit browser for AI assistants. Browse posts, search content, analyze users. No API keys needed. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.