reddit.com operates primarily as a social network, focusing on social news & discussion. Reddit is a network of communities based on people's interests. Registered members submit content to the site such as links, text posts, images, and videos, which are then voted up or down by other members. It is operated by Reddit, Inc..
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into news & media, content publishing, and marketplaces, providing a broader range of services.
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reddit.com is a well-established platform operated by Reddit, Inc.. Top 1,000 global website, 20 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
While reddit.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
reddit.com allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
reddit.com provides "Sign in with..." authentication for third-party websites. Attackers create fake login pages that look identical to the real one. Always check the URL bar shows the exact correct domain before entering your password.
reddit.com hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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URLert analyzed recent scan activity for reddit.com and found 6 results.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/HalfLife3/ | 5 days ago |
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/Cvillefwb/s/zzlEYVwrVS | 1 week ago |
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/admincraft/comments/10ea2q6/alm... | 2 weeks ago |
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/TodaySportsTV/wiki/index// | 12/12/2025 |
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/CentralCee/comments/1pk6swz/nam... | 12/12/2025 |
| Clean | https://www.reddit.com/r/antivirus/comments/1jtbz63/what... | 12/4/2025 |
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"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
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"news_media",
"content_publishing",
"marketplace"
]
},
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"headline": "Social news aggregation, content rating, and discussion platform",
"summary": "Reddit is a network of communities based on people's interests. Registered members submit content to the site such as links, text posts, images, and videos, which are then voted up or down by other members.",
"operator": "Reddit, Inc.",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"social media",
"forums",
"news aggregation",
"communities",
"user-generated content"
]
},
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},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2005-04-29",
"rank": 104,
"hosting_provider": "FASTLY"
}
}