In 2024, Reddit rolled out an exciting new feature for both desktop and mobile app users – achievements!
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about these digital rewards and how to snag all 44 of them.
What Are Reddit Achievements?
Reddit achievements are like virtual high-fives for being an active member of the community.
As you use the app, you’ll occasionally see a pop-up telling you that you’ve unlocked a new achievement. It’s Reddit’s way of saying “good job!”
Here’s what you need to know:
- There are 44 achievements in total.
- They’re split into three main groups, plus some starter achievements.
- Each achievement has a rarity level: Common, Rare, Epic, or Legendary.
- Some achievements look at your past Reddit activity, while others need you to earn them from scratch.
- You can view your achievements by tapping your profile icon and selecting “Achievements.”
All Reddit Achievements
Building Community (9 achievements)
These achievements are all about being a great community member. They include:
Top Poster: Be in the top 10% of upvoted posters in a community for a month. | |
Top Commenter: Be in the top 10% of upvoted commenters in a community for a month. | |
Repeat Contributor: Post or comment in the same community for 20 days. | |
Content Connoisseur: Vote at least 5 times a day in the same community for 30 days. | |
Flag Planter: Be one of the first 5 commenters on a new post in the same community for 10 days. | |
Elder: Be a member of the same community for 3 years straight. | |
Rising Star: Get 1,000 upvotes in your first month in a community. | |
Picasso: Get 100 total upvotes on your media posts or comments. | |
That’s Me: Set your user flair in any subreddit. |
These achievements take time and dedication to earn. Keep at it, and you’ll get there!
Reddit Streak (13 achievements)
These achievements are all about using Reddit regularly. They range from a 5-day streak to a whopping 500-day streak! Here’s the full list:
- 5-day streak
- 10-day streak
- 20-day streak
- 30-day streak
- 40-day streak
- 50-day streak
- 75-day streak
- 100-day streak
- 150-day streak
- 200-day streak
- 300-day streak
- 400-day streak
- 500-day streak (called “Basement Dweller”)
To keep your streak going, make sure to use the Reddit app every day. You need to upvote, post, comment, or share something to count for the day.
Exploration (15 achievements)
These achievements encourage you to try different things on Reddit. Some are easy, while others are quite challenging. Here’s what you can earn:
Hometown Hero: Join a country-specific subreddit. | |
Conversation Starter: Leave the first comment on 5 posts. | |
Cool Comment: Get 10 upvotes on a comment. | |
Quality Comment: Get 1,000 upvotes on a comment. | |
Captivating Comment: Get 10,000 upvotes on a comment. | |
Nice Post: Get 10 upvotes on a post. | |
Buzz-Worthy Post: Get 100 upvotes on a post. | |
Popular Post: Get 1,000 upvotes on a post. | |
Premiere Post: Get 10,000 upvotes on a post. | |
Peak Post: Get 100,000 upvotes on a post (this one’s tough!). | |
New Share: Share a post or comment outside Reddit. | |
Sharing Enthusiast: Share 10 posts or comments. | |
Sharing Advocate: Share 50 posts or comments. | |
Sharing Pro: Share 100 posts or comments. | |
Sharing Legend: Share 1,000 posts or comments. |
Getting Started (7 achievements)
These are easy achievements for new Reddit users:
Detective Doggo: Click 10 search results in the app. | |
Feed Finder: Change your feed type in the app. | |
Newcomer: Join any subreddit using the app. | |
Person of Interests: Join 5 subreddits via the app. | |
Profile Perfectionist: Set a banner image and description on your profile. | |
Secured Account: Verify an email or phone number on your account. | |
Joined Reddit: Simply have a Reddit account! |
Tips for Earning Reddit Achievements Fast for your Account:
- Track Your Progress: Keep an eye on your achievement journey! Tap any achievement to see a progress bar. This helps you focus on which badges are within reach.
- Showcase Your Wins: Earned a cool achievement? Don’t keep it to yourself! Share images of your badges or impressive streaks. It’s a great way to connect with other Redditors and show off your dedication.
- Patience Pays Off: Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is a 500-day Reddit streak. Some achievements take time, so stick with it. Remember, slow and steady wins the race!
- Broaden Your Reddit Horizons: Don’t stick to just one corner of Reddit. Explore new subreddits to boost your chances of earning community-based achievements. Plus, you might discover your new favorite online hangout!
- Consistency is Key: Make Reddit a part of your daily routine. Even a quick scroll and upvote can keep your streak alive. Set a daily reminder if it helps!
- Quality Over Quantity: While some achievements are about numbers, others reward great content. Focus on making thoughtful posts and comments. Quality contributions are more likely to earn those high-upvote achievements.
- Use Reddit Features: Take advantage of all Reddit has to offer. Set up your profile, use the search function, and try different feed types. Many achievements are tied to these basic features.
- Engage in Discussions: Don’t just post and run. Stick around to reply to comments on your posts. This boosts your activity and helps with several achievements.
- Time Your Posts Wisely: To increase your chances of being an early commenter or top poster, learn when your favorite subreddits are most active. Timing can be everything!
- Have Fun! Above all, enjoy your time on Reddit. Achievements are meant to enhance your experience, not become a chore. If you’re having fun, the badges will follow naturally.
Remember, achievements are meant to be fun! Don’t stress if you haven’t earned them all yet. Keep enjoying Reddit, and the achievements will come naturally.
Happy Redditing, and good luck on your achievement hunt!
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