The Reddit mobile app usually functions well. However, like other apps and devices, it is not an exception for technical glitches/issues. The server error is a very common error on Reddit. As it occurs, you have interruptions in using the Reddit app. You need to fix the issue to keep using the app. Here are some best methods to fix the Reddit server error for your assistance:
Know whether the Reddit server is down
Step 1: Visit the redditstatus.com on your device.
Step 2: Check whether everything is working well.
Step 3: Browse the official website of Reddit on your PC to check whether the issue is only with the app.
Step 4: Wait until the server is up if there is a server down message.
Step 5: Move to another method if there is no server down message.
Close the Reddit app and open it again
Step 1: Log out of your Reddit app.
Step 2: Wait for a while. Relaunch the app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android mobile.
Force stop your Reddit app
Step 1: Open the Settings application on your mobile device.
Step 2: Go to the list of All Apps.
Step 3: Look for the Reddit app and click on it as you find it.
Step 4: Tap on the Force Stop option under the App Info window.
Step 5: After that, turn on your device and open the Reddit app on it.
Check your internet connection and try to improve its signal strength or speed
Step 1: Check for what network you are using now. Switch to another network – Mobile to WiFi network or vice-versa.
Step 2: Go close to the internet device to improve the signal strength of your WiFi network.
Step 3: Run speedtest.net or fast.com to check your internet speed.
Step 4: Reset your Network Settings on your mobile or WiFi router if you detect a slow internet speed.
Step 5: Get in touch with your internet service provider if you are unable to sort out your internet connectivity issues at your end.
Clear the Reddit cache on your device
Step 1: Look for the Reddit app on your Android device or iPhone/iPad.
Step 2: Click on the App info option after tapping on the Reddit app.
Step 3: Go to the option – Storage Usage.
Step 4: Click on Clear Cache.
Step 5: To clear the Reddit cache on iPhone/iPad, you need to go to your profile pic > Settings > Clear Local History > Clear Local History to confirm your request.
Restart your mobile device
To restart your Android device.
Step 1: Press the power button on the right side.
Step 2: Keep pressing it until you see a new screen.
Step 3: Choose Restart/Reboot from the displayed options.
Step 4: Click on the Restart/Reboot option to confirm your request.
Step 5: Keep in mind these steps may not work based on your Android device brand.
To restart your iPhone/iPad,
Step 1: Press the Volume Up button. Wait and release the button.
Step 2: Now, do the same with the Volume Down button.
Step 3: After that, press the Power/Side button and keep pressing it until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
Note that these steps may not work for the iPhone 7 or earlier version.
Update your Reddit app
Step 1: Open a respective app store on your device (Google Play Store for Android and Apple App Store for iPhone/iPad)
Step 2: Type the Reddit app in the search bar of the respective app store.
Step 3: Click on the most suitable option.
Step 4: Now, tap on the Update option if you find an update for the Reddit app.
Disable the Autoplay option for videos on your device
Step 1: Launch the Reddit app on your iPad, iPhone, or Android.
Step 2: Go to and click on your profile pic/name. You can find it in the top right corner.
Step 3: Choose the option – Settings.
Step 4: Go to View Options and choose Autoplay settings.
Step 5: Choose Never from the drop-drop down option.
Reinstall the Reddit app
Step 1: Look for the Reddit application on your device.
Step 2: Touch the app icon as you find it.
Step 3: Choose Uninstall from the pop-up screen.
Step 4: Tap Uninstall to confirm your request.
Step 5: Let the uninstallation process finish.
Step 6: Now, launch a respective app store on your device.
Step 7: Search for the Reddit app and follow the instructions appearing on your screen to install it.
Step 8: Start using the app.
