How to crosspost on Reddit?

12 Jul, 2021

Crossposting on Reddit is a fairly easy process. You simply need to sign in to your account. Click on the option of "crosspost" under the post that you want to crosspost. Now select the subreddit of your crosspost and edit the title. Click on "submit," and you have successfully crossposted on Reddit.

What is Reddit crossposting and how to do it

Crossposting on Reddit refers to sharing a Reddit post on more than one subreddits together. It saves the time and efforts of the users while reaching out to the desired audience at once. It might sound like a complex process but crossposting on Reddit is fairly easy.

A step-by-step guide to crosspost on Reddit

  1. Log in to your account.

  2. Find the post that you want to share. Click on the option of "crosspost" below it.

    Use the "crosspost" menu point

  3. Now select the subreddits that you would like to post to.

  4. Edit the title of the post.

    Select the community from the dropdown

  5. Click on the "submit" option. You are all done.

What to do if you are not able to post anything on Reddit

Many reasons can make your Reddit glitch. The algorithms of the platforms keep on changing. Low engagement can also restrict you from posting.

High engagement by constantly commenting too much or too fast can also restrict some functions from your account. Do not join communities that disobey the guidelines of Reddit terms and conditions. It can also restrict your account.

Therefore, it is important to indulge in healthy engagement.

You can follow given easy steps to maintain constant engagement.

  • Engage with people in a limited way. Please do not overdo it.

  • Make sure you are not joining offensive communities.

  • Engage with people who reciprocate.

  • Be consistent with your posts but do not spam.

Make sure you follow these steps for a while, and you will be able to post again soon.

How to post an image on Reddit

Posting an image on Reddit is very simple. The steps are easy to follow and remember. Images on Reddit can be shared on subreddits by you and your audience easily. To post or upload an image on Reddit, you need to follow these simple steps:

  1. Log in to Reddit on your phone or laptop.

  2. Click on the picture icon on the right side of the window.

    Select the image upload icon on the Reddit homepage

  3. Once you click on the icon, you will get an option to choose the image from your gallery. You can select more than one image if you want to upload multiple pictures at once.

  4. Choose the community you want to post these images to. You can choose more than one community at once.

    Select community, add a title and paste/select your image

  5. Add a suitable title in the title box. And click on the "post." Your images will be posted successfully.

Note

The procedure to upload pictures on Reddit is more or less similar on a phone and laptop

How to post Imgur images on Reddit

The steps to post imgur images on Reddit are fairly easy and quick. You simply need to follow the given steps:

  1. Upload the image to imgur. You will see the option of "New Post" on top of your screen; click on it.

    Crossposting from Imgur to Reddit (Step 1): Find the "New Post" button

  2. Now select the image that you want to upload and click on "start upload."

    Crossposting from Imgur to Reddit (Step 2): Start upload

  3. Once the upload is complete, copy the image link and go to your Reddit account.

    Crossposting from Imgur to Reddit (Step 3): Choose "Embed Post"

  4. Paste the imgur image url in Reddit after copying it from the imgur site where you uploaded the picture. On Reddit you will see a "link symbol" (linked circles) next to image

    Crossposting from Imgur to Reddit (Step 4): Select link icon

    Crossposting from Imgur to Reddit (Step 5): Choose a Reddit community and paste your embed URL from Imgur

  5. You can click on "submit" once you are done, and your imgur image will be uploaded on the subreddits.

Summary

It is easier to connect with the audience once you know to crosspost on Reddit. Scheduling your posts and helping you build and promote the content strategically. You can gain Reddit Gold and Reddit Karma if share high-quality information or links. So, ensure you have interesting posts to engage with the Redditors.

Moderation on Reddit is known for quick bans. Always make sure to check the rules for each sub-reddit you are interested in posting on. The rules are posted in the sidebar.