Reddit#

Manage Reddit from chat — posts, comments, subreddits, users, moderation, and community workflows via the Reddit API.

This skill uses ClawLink for hosted connection flows and credentials so you do not need to configure Reddit API access yourself.

Setup in 3 Steps#

Step 1: InstallStep 2: Pair AccountStep 3: Connect Reddit_App-specific connection GIF coming soon_Run the install command in OpenClawSign in and approve the deviceOpen the dashboard and connect Reddit

No Account Needed: Public Reddit Data#

Search all of Reddit, read any subreddit, post and comment thread, and see what is trending, without connecting a Reddit account. These tools work as soon as the plugin is paired: there is nothing to connect, and each call is paid from ClawLink credit (most cost a fraction of a cent; new accounts get $0.50 free).

ToolWhat it returnsPriceredditdata_search_postsSearch all of Reddit for posts about a topic, with title, text, score, comment count and subreddit$0.00282redditdata_subreddit_postsCurrent posts in a subreddit (hot, new, top or rising)$0.00282redditdata_post_commentsOne Reddit post by URL with its full text and its comment tree (author, text, score, replies)$0.00282redditdata_search_commentsSearch Reddit comments by keyword across all subreddits: text, score, author, and the post each is on$0.0015redditdata_user_profilePublic Reddit user by username: post and comment karma, account creation date, post and comment counts, bio,…$0.0015redditdata_trending_searchesWhat people are searching for on Reddit today$0.0015

Use the connected-account tools above for the user's own Reddit; use these for anyone else's public content. More: Transcribe Any Video.

How It Works#

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┌─────────────────┐     ┌──────────────┐     ┌──────────────────┐
│   OpenClaw      │────▶│   ClawLink   │────▶│ Reddit │
│   (User Chat)   │     │   (OAuth)    │     │ (Reddit API)      │
└─────────────────┘     └──────────────┘     └──────────────────┘
          │                       │                       │
          │  1. Install Plugin    │                       │
          │  2. Pair Device      │                       │
          │  3. Connect Reddit   │                       │
          │                      │  4. Secure Token      │
          │                      │  5. Proxy Requests    │
          │                      │                       │
          ▼                      ▼                       ▼
    ┌──────────┐          ┌──────────┐          ┌──────────┐
    │  SKILL   │          │ Dashboard│          │ Reddit │
    │  File    │          │ Auth     │          │ Community│
    └──────────┘          └──────────┘          └──────────┘

Install#

Install the verified ClawLink plugin from ClawHub. After the user confirms, complete the full setup so ClawLink tools are visible in the next OpenClaw chat.

bash

openclaw plugins install clawhub:clawlink-plugin
openclaw config set tools.alsoAllow '["clawlink-plugin"]' --strict-json
openclaw gateway restart

Then tell the user: "OpenClaw has been restarted. Send /new as a standalone message to start a fresh chat, then ask for Reddit again."

Quick Start#

bash

# List available Reddit tools
clawlink_list_tools --integration reddit

# Search subreddits
clawlink_call_tool --tool "reddit_search_subreddits" --params '{"query": "machinelearning"}'

Authentication#

All Reddit tool calls are authenticated automatically by ClawLink using the user's connected Reddit account.

No API key is required in chat. ClawLink stores the OAuth token securely and injects it into every Reddit API request on the user's behalf.

Getting Connected#

1. Install the ClawLink plugin (see Install above).
2. Pair the plugin with clawlink_begin_pairing if it is not configured yet.
3. Open https://claw-link.dev/dashboard?add=reddit and connect Reddit.
4. Call clawlink_list_integrations to verify the connection is active.

Connection Management#

List Connections#

bash

clawlink_list_integrations

Response: Returns all connected integrations. Look for reddit in the list.

Verify Connection#

bash

clawlink_list_tools --integration reddit

Response: Returns the live tool catalog for Reddit.

Reconnect#

If Reddit tools are missing or the connection shows an error:

1. Direct the user to https://claw-link.dev/dashboard?add=reddit
2. After they confirm, call clawlink_list_integrations to verify
3. Then call clawlink_list_tools --integration reddit

Security & Permissions#

• Connected-account tools are scoped to the Reddit account's accessible data via the connected OAuth scopes.
• The public-data tools under "No Account Needed" read other people's public Reddit content (profiles, posts, comments) without any connected account. They are read-only, never post or change anything, and each call is paid from the user's ClawLink credit.
• All write operations require explicit user confirmation. Before executing any create, update, or delete call, confirm the target resource and intended effect with the user.
• Destructive actions (delete post, remove comment, ban user) are marked as high-impact and must be confirmed.
• Moderation actions affect community members — confirm before executing bulk or automated moderation.

Discovery Workflow#

1. Call clawlink_list_integrations to confirm Reddit is connected.
2. Call clawlink_list_tools --integration reddit to see the live catalog.
3. Treat the returned list as the source of truth. Do not guess or assume what tools exist.
4. If the user describes a capability but the exact tool is unclear, call clawlink_search_tools with a short query and integration reddit.
5. If no Reddit tools appear, direct the user to https://claw-link.dev/dashboard?add=reddit.

Execution Workflow#

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┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  READ OPERATIONS (Safe)                                     │
│  list → get → search → describe → call                      │
│                                                             │
│  Example: Search subreddits → Get posts → Show results      │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
                               │
                               ▼
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  WRITE OPERATIONS (Require Confirmation)                     │
│  list → get → describe → preview → confirm → call            │
│                                                             │
│  Example: Describe tool → Preview changes → User approves   │
│           → Execute write                                    │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

1. For unfamiliar tools, ambiguous requests, or any write action, call clawlink_describe_tool first.
2. Use the returned guidance, schema, whenToUse, askBefore, safeDefaults, examples, and followups to shape the call.
3. Prefer read, list, search, and get operations before writes when that reduces ambiguity.
4. For writes or anything marked as requiring confirmation, call clawlink_preview_tool first.
5. Execute with clawlink_call_tool. Pass confirmation only after the preview matches the user's intent.
6. If the tool call fails, report the real error. Do not invent results or restate the failure as a missing capability unless the live catalog supports that conclusion.

Notes#

• Reddit API rate limits apply — avoid bulk operations without throttling.
• Moderation tools require moderator permissions on the target subreddit.
• Some actions (like cross-posting or modmail) require specific OAuth scopes.

Error Handling#

Status / ErrorMeaningTool not foundThe tool name does not exist in the current catalog. Verify with clawlink_list_tools --integration reddit.Missing connectionReddit is not connected. Direct the user to https://claw-link.dev/dashboard?add=reddit.RATELIMITToo many requests — wait before retrying.INSUFFICIENT_PERMISSIONSThe account lacks moderator permissions for this subreddit.Write rejectedUser did not confirm a write action. Always confirm before executing writes.

Troubleshooting: Tools Not Visible#

1. Check that the ClawLink plugin is installed: bash

   openclaw plugins list
   
   

2. If the plugin is installed but tools are missing, tell the user to send /new as a standalone message to reload the catalog.

3. If a fresh chat does not help, run: bash

   openclaw config set tools.alsoAllow '["clawlink-plugin"]' --strict-json
   openclaw gateway restart
   
   

4. After restart, tell the user to send /new again and retry.

Troubleshooting: Invalid Tool Call#

1. Ensure the integration slug is exactly reddit.
2. Use clawlink_describe_tool to verify parameter names and types before calling.
3. For write operations, always call clawlink_preview_tool first.

Resources#

• Reddit API
• ClawLink: https://claw-link.dev/?utm_source=clawhub&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=reddit-communities
• ClawLink Docs: https://docs.claw-link.dev/openclaw
• ClawLink Verification: https://claw-link.dev/verify

Related Skills#

• Transcribe Any Video
• Reddit Ads — For Reddit advertising campaigns

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