You Joined That Subreddit, Now Where Is It? How to See Subreddits I Joined (3 Methods)

You joined a subreddit last week. Now you can’t find it. The name is gone from your memory, your feed doesn’t show it, and scrolling endlessly feels like a waste of time.

This is a common problem. Reddit doesn’t always make your joined list obvious, especially if you use multiple devices or switch between old and new interfaces.

Here’s exactly how to see subreddits I joined on every major version of Reddit, plus what to do when a subreddit doesn’t show up.

Before you start: “joined” vs “visited”

Reddit has two different states:

• Joined: You clicked the “Join” button. The subreddit is in your feed and your list.
• Visited: You opened the subreddit but never joined. It won’t appear in your list.

If you only visited a subreddit, you’ll need to remember the name or find it through your browser history. The methods below only show subreddits you actually joined.

Method 1: Desktop new Reddit – the sidebar list

New Reddit (the default reddit.com) keeps your joined subreddits in the left sidebar.

1. Go to reddit.com and log in.
2. Look at the left sidebar. You’ll see a section labeled “Communities” or “Your Communities.”
3. Click the down arrow next to “Your Communities” to expand the full list.
4. Scroll through the list. It shows every subreddit you’ve joined, in alphabetical order.

If you don’t see the sidebar, click the three-line hamburger icon at the top-left corner of the page. The sidebar slides out.

If your list is very long, use the search box at the top of the sidebar. Type part of the subreddit name, and it filters the list instantly.

Method 2: Mobile app – the hamburger menu trick

The Reddit mobile app (iOS and Android) hides your joined list behind a menu.

1. Open the Reddit app and log in.
2. Tap your avatar icon in the top-left corner (or the three-line hamburger icon on Android).
3. A menu slides out from the left. You’ll see a section called “Your Communities” or “Communities.”
4. Tap “See All” at the bottom of that section.
5. The full list of joined subreddits appears. You can scroll or use the search bar at the top.

Pro tip: On iOS, you can also tap the Home icon at the bottom, then swipe right on the screen. This pulls out the same sidebar menu.

If a subreddit doesn’t appear in your mobile list, it might be a subreddit you joined on desktop but haven’t synced yet. Refresh the app by closing it completely and reopening it.

Method 3: Old Reddit – the old-school dashboard

Old Reddit (old.reddit.com) still works and gives you a clean, text-based list.

1. Go to old.reddit.com and log in.
2. Look at the top bar. You’ll see a dropdown menu labeled “My subreddits.”
3. Hover over or click “My subreddits.” A drop-down list appears with every subreddit you’ve joined.
4. Click any subreddit name to visit it.

Old Reddit also shows your multis, which are custom groups of subreddits you can create. If you use multis, they appear in the same dropdown.

This method is fast and doesn’t require scrolling through a sidebar. It’s also useful if new Reddit feels slow or buggy on your machine.

Common blockers and fixes

Blocker: The list is missing subreddits you know you joined.
Fix: Check if you’re logged into the correct account. Reddit sometimes switches accounts automatically, especially on mobile. Log out and log back in.

Blocker: The list is too long to scroll.
Fix: Use the search box inside your joined list (available on all three methods). Type the subreddit name or a keyword.

Blocker: A subreddit appears in the list but doesn’t show in your feed.
Fix: This usually means the subreddit is restricted, private, or banned. Open the subreddit directly from your list. If you see a “Private” page, you’ve been removed or the subreddit is closed. If it’s restricted, you might need to request access.

Blocker: You joined a subreddit on mobile, but it isn’t on desktop.
Fix: Wait a few minutes and refresh your desktop page. Reddit syncs your list across devices, but it can be delayed by browser cache or session state. Clear your browser cache if the delay persists.

Blocker: You’re using a third-party app (like Apollo or BaconReader) and can’t find the list.
Fix: Third-party apps use Reddit’s API. Most of them have a “Subreddits” or “Communities” tab in their menu. Check the app’s settings or documentation for the exact location.

Practical example: finding a niche subreddit you joined months ago

Let’s say you joined a subreddit about vintage camera repair three months ago. You remember the word “analog” but not the full name.

1. Open Reddit on desktop (new Reddit).
2. In the left sidebar, click the down arrow next to “Your Communities.”
3. In the search box at the top of the sidebar, type “analog.”
4. The list filters down. You see “r/analog” (a photography subreddit) and “r/AnalogRepair” (the one you joined).
5. Click “r/AnalogRepair” to visit it.

If you don’t see it, check old Reddit’s “My subreddits” dropdown. Sometimes old Reddit catches subreddits that new Reddit missed.

Quick checklist for keeping your list useful

• [ ] Review your joined list once a month. Unjoin subreddits you no longer read.
• [ ] Use the search box inside your list to find specific subreddits quickly.
• [ ] Check both new Reddit and old Reddit if a subreddit is missing from one.
• [ ] Log out and log back in if your list doesn’t sync across devices.
• [ ] Keep a personal note (in a text file or spreadsheet) of subreddits you use for research or marketing, especially niche subreddits that might change names or go private.

Practical takeaway

Your joined list is where you manage your Reddit experience. If you’re doing subreddit research or managing multiple accounts, knowing exactly which subreddits you’ve joined saves time and prevents confusion.

The next time you lose a subreddit, try all three methods. Start with new Reddit’s sidebar search. If that fails, use old Reddit’s dropdown. If both fail, check your mobile app. One of them will have it.

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FAQ

Q: Why doesn’t my joined list show all subreddits I joined?
A: Possible reasons: you’re logged into a different account, the subreddit is private or banned, or your browser cache is stale. Log out, clear your cache, and log back in. Check both new and old Reddit.

Q: Can I see subreddits I joined on someone else’s account?
A: No. Your joined list is private and tied to your account. You cannot view another user’s joined subreddits.

Q: What if I joined a subreddit on desktop but it’s not on mobile?
A: Refresh the mobile app by closing and reopening it. Reddit syncs your list, but it may take a few minutes. If it still doesn’t appear, check if the subreddit was removed or made private.

Q: How do I find a subreddit I visited but didn’t join?
A: Visited subreddits don’t appear in your joined list. Check your browser history (CTRL+H on desktop) or your Reddit app’s “Recently Viewed” section if available.

Q: Does old Reddit show subreddits that new Reddit doesn’t?
A: Yes, sometimes. Old Reddit’s “My subreddits” dropdown can catch subreddits that new Reddit’s sidebar misses, especially if you’ve used old Reddit in the past.