Reddit Karma Calculator
Check karma requirements for any subreddit and find communities where you can post. Plan your Reddit growth strategy.
Popular Subreddit Requirements
Common karma and account age requirements for popular communities. Note: These are estimates based on community data and may change.
| Subreddit | Min Karma | Min Age | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| r/AskReddit | 0 | 0 days | Open to all |
| r/pics | 10 | 7 days | Low barrier |
| r/videos | 10 | 7 days | Low barrier |
| r/funny | 100 | 30 days | Moderate |
| r/news | 100 | 14 days | Moderate |
| r/worldnews | 250 | 14 days | Moderate |
| r/technology | 100 | 30 days | Moderate |
| r/gaming | 50 | 7 days | Low barrier |
| r/startups | 200 | 30 days | Moderate |
| r/entrepreneur | 10 | 7 days | Low barrier |
| r/marketing | 100 | 14 days | Moderate |
| r/SaaS | 50 | 7 days | Low barrier |
Understanding Reddit Karma Types
Earned from upvotes on your comments. Generally easier to earn and valued by most subreddits.
Sort r/AskReddit by rising and leave thoughtful comments early.
Earned from upvotes on your posts. Some subreddits specifically require post karma.
Post original content to niche communities where you have expertise.
Earned from giving and receiving awards. Rarely required for posting.
This is mostly cosmetic and not worth focusing on for access.
Best Subreddits to Build Karma
Start with these welcoming communities to build karma naturally before targeting competitive subreddits.
Answer questions, earn comment karma fast
Friendly chat, no karma required
Ask anything, very welcoming
Share interesting facts
Share random observations
Share everyday findings
Avoid Karma Farming Pitfalls
- ✗Don't spam low-effort comments like "This!" or "Came here to say this"
- ✗Don't repost popular content—it's easily detected and often removed
- ✗Don't use karma farming subreddits—they flag your account
- ✓Do contribute genuine value and participate in communities you enjoy
Frequently Asked Questions
Most subreddits list requirements in their rules (sidebar on desktop, About tab on mobile). However, many use AutoModerator with hidden thresholds. Our tool helps estimate requirements based on community data and common patterns.
Karma requirements help prevent spam, bot accounts, and low-effort trolling. They ensure that users posting have demonstrated some participation in the Reddit community and understand how the platform works.
Comment karma is fastest: sort r/AskReddit or r/news by "rising" and leave thoughtful, early comments. Being among the first quality comments on a rising post can earn hundreds of karma if it reaches the front page.
Most subreddits check total karma, but some (especially for posting) specifically require post karma. Check the subreddit rules. When in doubt, having both types balanced looks more natural and gives you access to more communities.
With active participation, you can earn 100+ karma in a day on communities like r/AskReddit. For 500+ karma, expect 1-2 weeks of regular commenting. Viral posts can shortcut this significantly.
No. Reddit actively detects and bans accounts that buy karma or participate in vote manipulation. These services often result in permanent account suspension. Build karma organically—it's safer and faster than you think.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reddit karma?▼
Karma is Reddit's reputation score, calculated from the upvotes and downvotes your posts and comments receive. It's split into Post Karma and Comment Karma. Many subreddits require minimum karma thresholds to post.
How do I check the karma requirements for a subreddit?▼
Enter a subreddit name into the tool above. We check the subreddit's posting requirements and show the minimum post karma, comment karma, and account age needed before you can submit a post or comment.
How do I build karma fast on Reddit?▼
Comment thoughtfully on rising posts in active subreddits like r/AskReddit, r/mildlyinteresting, and r/todayilearned where good comments get upvoted within minutes. Avoid karma farming subs — most major subs ban accounts for it.
Why does my karma not let me post?▼
Each subreddit sets its own thresholds and they're not always public. Common minimums are 10, 50, 100, or 500 karma. Some communities also require karma earned within their specific subreddit, not just total.
Does negative karma get my account banned?▼
Not directly, but heavily downvoted accounts trigger Reddit's spam filters and are often shadowbanned. Use our Shadowban Checker to verify.