How to Get a Reddit Post Removed in 2025

Reddit has quickly become one of the most used social media platform. Unlike mainstream social media networks like Instagram, Facebook, or X (formerly Twitter), Reddit relies heavily on volunteer moderators to enforce its content guidelines. While this decentralized approach is great for open discussion, it also creates serious challenges especially in a world where online reputation is everything, and defamation or copyright infringement can spread rapidly. For individuals and brands alike, knowing how to swiftly remove harmful or unauthorized Reddit posts is more crucial than ever.

Removing reddit posts by request

The first and foremost method of removing reddit posts is by contacting moderators from subreddits to have content removed. More often than not, these moderators will be more than happy to help, especially if it is a legitimate concern like defamation, harassment, or copyright infringements. Asking it politely, and making it very clear what your request is, will help as well.

To reach these moderators, go to the subreddit where the content you want removed exists, click on the "About" tab, and then select "Message the Mods." This opens a private message to the moderation team of that subreddit. Make sure to include the link to the offending post in your message, and explain clearly why it should be taken down. If it violates Reddit's global content policy or subreddit-specific rules, be sure to mention that in your request.

The downside of this method is that moderators are volunteers, many of whom receive hundreds of requests every day. That means response times can vary and may take several days. If you don't hear back within a reasonable time frame, send a polite follow-up. However, if there’s still no response, it’s time to try one of the other methods.

Reddit's built-in reporting feature

If the previous method hasn't worked, you can try to use Reddit's built-in reporting feature. Every post and comment has a "Report" option in the dropdown menu. When you select it, you will be asked to choose a reason for your report. It is key that you choose the option that matches your issue the closest, whether it's hate, spam, harassment etc. and add extra context to the report if necessary. These reports will go to Reddit's Trust & Safety team, who may remove the content or escalate depending on the severity of the violation.

That said, this process is not transparent. Reddit doesn't notify users about the outcome of most reports, and their criteria are not fully disclosed. This means that even with a well-documented report, the content may not be removed, especially if the violation isn't that clear. Similarly to the subreddit moderators, because Reddit receives high volume of reports daily, response times can be extremely long as well. If the content remains up and is causing real harm, it may be time to file a DMCA complaint or move to reputation management agencies like Pitchblack.

Filing a DMCA complaint

If the content in question includes material that you own, and has been posted without your permission, you have the right to file a DMCA takedown request. Reddit has a dedicated form for this, which you can access at Reddit's support page, click on "Reddit Help", and then select "Submit a Request". Then, select the option "Intellectual Property Requests", which opens a form, where you first want to change the "What type of Intellectual Property Request do you need assistance with?" to Copyright Infringement/DMCA. The process requires you to provide specific details, including:

• Your full name and contact information

• A statement affirming your ownership of the material

• The URL of the infringing content

• A signature

It's important to be accurate and truthful when submitting a DMCA takedown request. Filing false claims can have legal consequences, so only use this option if you are sure you are the copyright owner. Once submitted, Reddit removes the infringing content typically quite fast, often within a couple of days, if the request is deemed valid.

Reputation management services

If you’ve exhausted all of Reddit’s internal channels, from contacting moderators to filing DMCA takedowns, or if you don’t have the legal grounds for a takedown but the content is still live and damaging, it may be time to consider professional help. In situations where timing is critical and you need content removed within hours, not days, reputation management services like PitchBlack's can step in fast.

Reputation management firms specialize in protecting individuals and businesses from defamation, misinformation, and brand-damaging content even when there’s no clear legal violation. These services are particularly valuable when content doesn’t qualify for removal under Reddit’s policies but still poses a serious threat to your reputation or business. With the right strategy and network, removal can happen within a day.

At PitchBlack, we specialize in high-speed content takedowns and reputation recovery. We’re proud to offer one of the fastest and most affordable solution on the market, often resolving Reddit takedowns within hours. Our team has helped founders, public figures, and private individuals across industries recover from damaging posts and false narratives.

If you're dealing with content that needs to be taken down immediately, don't wait, contact PitchBlack now and let us handle it for you.