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Reddit MCP Server

by mypracticaltoolsversion 1.0.5i★ 7iRuns on your computer
Registry nameio.github.mypracticaltools/reddit-mcp-server

How to install

What it does

Reddit MCP Server via Apify

  • Connects Runs on your computer
  • Account or key Needs APIFY_API_TOKEN
  • Category Marketing & social media

Install

Pick the AI app you use, then copy the settings.

Passed 2/3 checks · Runs on your computer

First: which AI do you use?

Pick your app and the steps appear below.

Works with Claude, with some setup first

You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time) · Only the Claude desktop app (Windows or Mac), not the web or phone

  1. Install Node.js

    One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js

    Open the Node.js download page ↗

  2. Sign up and create a Reddit MCP Server key

    Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.

    How to get a key is in the maker’s README below

  3. Open the Claude desktop app’s settings file

    SettingsDeveloperEdit Config

  4. Paste these settings and save the file

    {
  "mcpServers": {
    "reddit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

    Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

  5. Quit Claude and open it again

  6. Try it

    Use Reddit MCP Server and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing

    ✓ If Claude says it is using Reddit MCP Server or shows a Reddit MCP Server tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Anthropic’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

ChatGPT cannot connect Reddit MCP Server yet

Reddit MCP Server runs on your computer, but ChatGPT can only connect servers that run on the web

What you can do instead

A · Use an app that can connect Reddit MCP Server

  • You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time) · Only the Claude desktop app (Windows or Mac), not the web or phone
  • You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)
  • You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)
  • You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)

B · Others in Marketing & social media that work with ChatGPT

Picked from the most used in the same category, only ones that connect by address with no key

Works with Claude Code, with some setup first

You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)

  1. Install Node.js

    One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js

    Open the Node.js download page ↗

  2. Sign up and create a Reddit MCP Server key

    Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.

    How to get a key is in the maker’s README below

  3. Open Terminal

    Mac: press Command+Space and type Terminal · Windows: open PowerShell

  4. Paste this command and press Enter

    claude mcp add --scope user reddit --env APIFY_API_TOKEN=your-value -- npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server

    Replace “your-value” with your key before pressing Enter

    Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

  5. Type /mcp in Claude Code

    You should see Reddit MCP Server listed as connected

  6. Try it

    Use Reddit MCP Server and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing

    ✓ If Claude Code says it is using Reddit MCP Server or shows a Reddit MCP Server tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Anthropic’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Works with Cursor, with some setup first

You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)

  1. Install Node.js

    One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js

    Open the Node.js download page ↗

  2. Sign up and create a Reddit MCP Server key

    Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.

    How to get a key is in the maker’s README below

  3. Click this button to open Cursor

    Open in Cursor

    Cursor asks you to confirm; click Install

  4. Fill in your key

    In the Reddit MCP Server settings, APIFY_API_TOKEN is empty; add your key and save

    Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

  5. Open the AI chat in Cursor in Agent mode

  6. Try it

    Use Reddit MCP Server and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing

    ✓ If Cursor says it is using Reddit MCP Server or shows a Reddit MCP Server tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Cursor’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Works with VS Code, with some setup first

You need a Reddit MCP Server key (create it on the maker’s site) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)

  1. Install Node.js

    One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js

    Open the Node.js download page ↗

  2. Sign up and create a Reddit MCP Server key

    Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.

    How to get a key is in the maker’s README below

  3. Click this button to open VS Code

    Open in VS Code

    VS Code asks you to confirm; click Install

  4. Fill in your key

    In the Reddit MCP Server settings, APIFY_API_TOKEN is empty; add your key and save

    Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

  5. Open the AI chat in VS Code in Agent mode

  6. Try it

    Use Reddit MCP Server and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing

    ✓ If VS Code says it is using Reddit MCP Server or shows a Reddit MCP Server tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against VS Code’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Other apps that use MCP, such as Windsurf, Zed or Gemini CLI, each add servers differently. See how in the app list.

See every app that uses MCP →

JSON settings are under “For developers” below

Stuck? Ask people who use Reddit MCP Server💬 Discussion →
For developers: Terminal commands and JSON settings

Installed on your computer

Claude Code

claude mcp add --scope user reddit --env APIFY_API_TOKEN=your-value -- npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server

Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "reddit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Cursor (~/.cursor/mcp.json)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "reddit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

VS Code (mcp.json)

{
  "servers": {
    "reddit": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Values you fill in

  • APIFY_API_TOKEN secret required env
    Your Apify API Token

These settings are generated from the maker’s registry entry. If the README says otherwise, follow the README.

At a glance

Downloads per weeki
53/wk
Connection
Runs on your computer
Latest versioni
1.0.5
Published to registryi
Jan 12, 2026
Code last changedi
Jan 13, 2026
Maker
mypracticaltools
Packages
npm: @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server
Registry status
Active

Which apps can use it

Based on how this server connects and on each app’s own docs, checked Nov 10, 2026.

Run on your computer in

ClaudeGooseLM StudioMsty StudioCherry StudioCursorVS Code + GitHub CopilotVisual StudioWindsurf (Devin Desktop)ZedKiroClineContinueJetBrains AI AssistantClaude CodeCodex CLIGemini CLIOpenCodenodecodeWarpLibreChatRaycast

All apps, with pros and cons →

Related guides

Guide 85 checks before you install an MCPAbout 2 minutes each: check its page on our site and the permission request in your AI app before you say yes.4 min read

What it can do

Runs on your computer; the tool list appears in your AI app after you install it.

Basic checksi

We check information anyone can see; we have not read the code. Checks that do not apply are left out of the count. · Checked Nov 13, 2026

  • ✓ Pass

    Maker matches the repo

    The registry name was verified with the GitHub account mypracticaltools, which owns the repo

  • ! Caution

    Still maintained

    Code last changed 10 months ago, more than 6 months ago

  • ✓ Pass

    Has a licence

    Uses MIT

  • – Not applicable

    Endpoint responds

    This one runs on your computer; there is no internet endpoint

  • – Not applicable

    Sign-in with OAuth

    Runs on your computer and uses local settings instead

  • … Not checked yet

    No hidden instructions in tool descriptions

    Runs on your computer; we can only read tool lists from internet endpoints

Discussion

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Compared with others in Marketing & social mediai

  • More stars than 96% of the other 3848 servers in this category
  • Published to the registry more recently than 0% of the other 3848 servers in this category
  • Basic checks equal to or better than 55% of the other 3848 servers in this category

Compared with every active server in this category in the registry. Stars count only when the publisher owns the repo.

Common questions

Is Reddit MCP Server safe?

It passed 2 of 3 applicable basic checks. We have not read the code. Before adding a key or token, see what access the server asks for and use a key with only the permissions you need.

What keys or codes does it need?

You need to fill in: APIFY_API_TOKEN

Does it run on my computer or in the cloud?

It runs on your computer. Your AI app starts it when needed, and data does not pass through the maker’s servers (unless it calls an online service itself).

Is it still maintained?

The GitHub repo last changed 10 months ago, and the latest version (1.0.5) reached the registry 10 months ago.

Which apps can use it?

Apps that support MCP, such as Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor and VS Code. You also need Node.js on your computer.

What can I use instead?

In the same category: PostHog MCP Server, Openshorts, Google Ads + Meta Ads + SEO/GEO MCP

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README from the maker

Open the README

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Reddit MCP Server 🤖

An MCP server that allows AI agents to search Reddit or find specific leads by delegating the scraping task to high-performance Apify cloud actors.

🌟 Key Features

  • `reddit_fast_search`: Quickly search for Reddit posts, comments, or users. Best for general information gathering.
  • `reddit_lead_monitor`: Find high-intent leads or brand mentions while filtering out noise.

⚡️ Quick Install

Choose your platform to install Reddit MCP in seconds:

Claude Desktop (macOS/Windows)

Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{

"mcpServers": { "reddit-mcp": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"], "env": { "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "YOUR_APIFY_TOKEN" } } } }

</details>

Cursor & Windsurf

  1. Open Settings -> MCP Servers.
  2. Add a new server:
  • Name: Reddit MCP
  • Type: stdio
  • Command: npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server
  • Env: APIFY_API_TOKEN=YOUR_TOKEN

Claude Code (CLI)

claude-code --mcp @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server="npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server" --env APIFY_API_TOKEN=YOUR_TOKEN

VS Code (Copilot Agent)

Add to .vscode/mcp.json:

{

"mcpServers": { "reddit-mcp": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "@practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"], "env": { "APIFY_API_TOKEN": "YOUR_TOKEN" } } } }

</details>

🔑 Getting Your Apify API Token

To use this server, you need an Apify API token.

  1. Sign up/Log in: Apify Console.
  2. Settings: Click the Settings icon in the bottom-left sidebar.
  3. Integrations: Select the Integrations tab at the top.
  4. Copy Token: Copy the string at the top of the page.

🛠 Local Development

If you want to contribute or run from source:

# Install dependencies

npm install

Build the project

npm run build

Run locally

node dist/index.js

🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please see CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.

📄 License

MIT License - see LICENSE for details.

Built with ❤️ by Practical Tools