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Reddit shadowban checker

updated 17 October 2026

A shadowban hides your account from everyone else, but it still looks normal to you. Enter your Reddit username to check whether the account is active, suspended or shadowbanned. Use it on your own account. We cache the result for one hour and don't store it after that.

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Check your own account. We don't store the name you enter beyond a one-hour cache.

Signs you might be shadowbanned

  • Your posts get no votes or replies, even in busy communities.
  • Your profile shows "page not found" when you open it logged out.
  • Comments you post don't show up when someone else views the thread.

Shadowbanned or just filtered?

Often it isn't a shadowban. Many subreddits automatically remove posts from new accounts, from low-karma accounts, or posts that contain links. In that case your account is fine and the community's filter caught you. If this tool says active and your posts still vanish, look up the community's rules with the rules lookup.

What to do if you are shadowbanned

Reddit has an appeal form for account actions. Be honest about what you were doing. To avoid getting flagged, don't post the same link across many communities, don't vote from several accounts, and build some history by answering questions before you mention anything you sell. The guide on getting karma on Reddit covers this.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if i'm shadowbanned on Reddit?

Enter your username above, or open your profile in a private browser window. If you see page not found while logged out, the account is probably hidden.

How long does a Reddit shadowban last?

Reddit doesn't publish a fixed length. If you think it was a mistake, appeal through Reddit's form.

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