reddit-mcp-server
npxStandardThe reddit-mcp-server connects to Reddit via Apify's cloud actors. It provides tools for searching Reddit, scraping posts, and extracting data. It integrates with Apify's API to run actors that fetch Reddit content. Developers use it to build AI agents that monitor trends, find leads, or analyze discussions on Reddit.
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Overview
The reddit-mcp-server connects to Reddit via Apify's cloud actors. It provides tools for searching Reddit, scraping posts, and extracting data. It integrates with Apify's API to run actors that fetch Reddit content. Developers use it to build AI agents that monitor trends, find leads, or analyze discussions on Reddit.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"practicaltools-reddit-mcp-server-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @practicaltools/reddit-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from reddit-mcp-server?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for reddit-mcp-server
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from reddit-mcp-server. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| REDDIT-MCP-SERVER_API_KEY | Yes | Your reddit-mcp-server API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in reddit-mcp-server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in reddit-mcp-server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in reddit-mcp-server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with reddit-mcp-server
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