How to Call the Reddit User API
Simple REST API endpoint. Just make a GET request with your API key and get structured data back.
GETCode Examples
cURL
curl -X GET 'https://api.parseium.com/v1/reddit-user?username=example&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY'TypeScript
const response = await fetch(`https://api.parseium.com/v1/reddit-user?username=example&api_key=${process.env.PARSEIUM_API_KEY}`, {
method: 'GET',
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Python
import requests
import os
api_key = os.environ['PARSEIUM_API_KEY']
response = requests.get(
f'https://api.parseium.com/v1/reddit-user?username=example&api_key={api_key}'
)
data = response.json()
print(data)Query Parameters
Pass parameters in the URL query string:
username=exampleResponse Schema
The API returns structured JSON data with the following schema:
{
"url": {
"type": "string"
},
"username": {
"type": "string"
},
"userIcon": {
"type": "string"
},
"postKarma": {
"type": "number"
},
"commentKarma": {
"type": "number"
},
"totalKarma": {
"type": "number"
},
"redditAge": {
"type": "string"
},
"activeIn": [
{
"type": "string"
}
],
"posts": [
{
"title": {
"type": "string"
},
"subreddit": {
"type": "string"
},
"excerpt": {
"type": "string"
},
"permalink": {
"type": "string"
},
"type": {
"type": "string"
}
}
],
"collectedAt": {
"type": "string"
},
"parserVersion": {
"type": "string"
}
}Need more details? Check out our full API documentation for authentication, error handling, rate limits, and advanced options.
Use Cases for Reddit User
See how developers use this API in production applications.
Influencer Discovery
Identify active Reddit users with high karma and engagement in specific communities for partnerships or outreach.
User Research
Analyze user behavior, interests, and activity patterns to understand your target audience better.
Community Analysis
Track which communities users are active in and understand cross-community participation patterns.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Every API call to Reddit User costs 1 credit
Choose a plan based on your monthly usage. All plans include access to all APIs.
150,000 API calls/mo
$0.33 per 1K requests
- 150,000 credits/month
- 3 Concurrent Requests
- Email support
- Priority processing
700,000 API calls/mo
$0.14 per 1K requests
- 700,000 credits/month
- 10 Concurrent Requests
- Priority support
- Advanced features
3,000,000 API calls/mo
$0.10 per 1K requests
- 3M credits/month
- 30 Concurrent Requests
- Dedicated support
- Custom integrations
Need more? Check out our for enterprise options and custom plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Reddit User API.
What user data is included?
Complete profile info (username, avatar), karma breakdown (post, comment, total), account age, active communities list, and recent posts/comments with links and excerpts.
How are karma stats calculated?
The API returns karma stats as displayed on Reddit: separate post karma, comment karma, and total karma accumulated by the user.
How much recent activity is returned?
The API returns recent posts and comments from the user's profile page, typically including their latest activity across different communities.
Can I test the API risk-free?
Yes! When you sign up you get 1,000 free credits — no credit card required. Try the API with real requests before committing.
What if I need help integrating?
We offer documentation, code examples in multiple languages, and email support. Most questions are answered within 24 hours.
How long does integration take?
Minutes. It's a simple REST API — make an HTTP request, get JSON back. No SDKs to install, no complex auth flows.