Beginner Account Setup
Reddit Account Setup: Profile, Privacy & Safe Defaults
Before you post, set up your account in a way that looks normal, stays private, and avoids common “new account” red flags.
TL;DR: Keep your profile simple, avoid suspicious links early, enable basic privacy, and start with comments before posting.
Profile: Keep It Minimal
- Use a normal-looking username (avoid spammy patterns).
- Add a short bio only if needed (1–2 lines).
- Avoid external links in your profile at the beginning.
Privacy: Smart Defaults
- Review what’s public (posts + comments are typically visible).
- Turn off anything that shares too much (if you don’t need it).
- Use 2FA if available to secure the account.
New account tip: your first 48–72 hours should look “human”: read, vote, comment.
Use this routine:
Start Here (Beginner).
Safe First Week Checklist
- Join 5–10 relevant subreddits (not 100 in one go).
- Comment on 3–5 fresh threads per day.
- Post only after you understand rules + flair.
- Avoid link-dropping until you’ve built some history.
Start here: Start Here (Beginner) and Posting Rules & Flair.
Next steps
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