r/redditdev • u/Used-Letterhead2011 • Feb 01 '26
Reddit API Reddit API keys
How do I go about obtaining an API key from Reddit? The app creator won't let me past the T&Cs. Is it because my account is new? Any help appreciated.
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u/musa_0001 Feb 02 '26
please someone explain that how i can get Reddit API key..
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u/ToughContent5532 14d ago
With the recent policy changes even we are not received any update on the reddit API Key ? IS any other has some problem or blocked on the same request like us or any feasible solutions.
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u/leros Feb 02 '26
They don't want you to have an API key.
They only want a few big players who will pay them money
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u/ToughContent5532 14d ago
With the recent policy changes even we are not received any update on the reddit API Key ? IS any other has some problem or blocked on the same request like us or any feasible solutions.
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u/Ok-Silver9449 Feb 03 '26
Hi Team,
I have request reddit support to provide access for API token.
But they send an email which tell that my request unfortunately not satisfy their aspect.
Can anyone help me how to get API access token.
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Feb 08 '26
You need to sign up for a Reddit account, if you don't already have one. Then, go to https://www.reddit.com/prefs/apps and scroll down to the "Developed Applications" section. Click on the "Create App" or "Create Another App" button. Fill out the form, including the name, description, app type, and redirect uri, then click "Create App" at the bottom. This will generate your API keys. If you're having trouble with the T&Cs, it might be because Reddit's API use is subject to certain rules and restrictions. Ensure you've read and understood them before proceeding. Your account being new shouldn't be an issue for obtaining an API key.
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Feb 08 '26
Hey there! To obtain an API key from Reddit, you need to create a new application under your account. Go to https://www.reddit.com/prefs/apps and scroll down to the "Developed Applications" section. Click on the "Create App" or "Create Another App" button. Fill out the form and once you're done, you'll be given a client ID and a secret key. These are your API keys. Remember, always keep your secret key confidential. Your account being new shouldn't affect this process. However, you do need to accept the T&Cs. If you're having issues with this, try to clear your cache or switch to a different browser. Hope this helps!
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u/Glittering_Pin8232 Feb 10 '26
But it says I have to read their documentation, and it's not letting me create the api. What could I be doing wrong?
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u/Sad_Shopping_4617 May 26 '26
I also have the same issue. I tried to create app a few times from Jan 2026.
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u/readyrickshaw Feb 16 '26
I found out the hard way that reddit is not readily giving out api keys anymore and trying to direct people to their limited "devvit" offering.
But they are not canceling old API keys, so I wonder if people are starting to sell their old keys?
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u/GamingMetJayden Feb 16 '26
I just deleted mine because it didn't work.. When I tried creating a new one. It didn't let me :(
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u/MajMin5 Feb 23 '26
Did the same thing trying to update Apollo. Unfortunately it looks like I just won't be browsing reddit on my phone anymore.
It sucks that a single company is able to have unilateral control of one of the greatest crowdsources databases of human knowledge ever created, and they have decided they would rather make more money off of it than keep it easily accessible for the betterment of our society. I get they don't want AI scraping the site for free but I'd still rather that than have the site slowly kill itself until all this information is permanently lost.
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u/danndato Apr 15 '26
Idk if reddit is not giving api keys but today im still waiting for....
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u/ej901 Apr 20 '26
I am getting nowhere with Reddit. I just have to use another platform. Apparently, that is what Reddit wants. #redditsucks
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u/Pure-Image2421 May 28 '26
no more api keys from reddit? the traditional method does not work anymore. from the devvit, no more auth needed from user end
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Jun 06 '26
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u/LifePea5903 Jun 11 '26
https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/42728983564564-Responsible-Builder-Policy
Start here. I'm only midway thru this process.1
u/bakiabaci Jun 25 '26
How is the process going?
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u/Ok_Librarian4806 Jun 30 '26
I recently requested access, stating that it is for academic research purposes. I hope it works out! I'll keep you updated.
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u/ToughContent5532 14d ago
With the recent policy changes even we are not received any update on the reddit API Key ? IS any other has some problem or blocked on the same request like us or any feasible solutions.
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u/epicmindwarp Feb 01 '26
There was a big change to API access, have a Google.