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Reddit
Reddit
1. Choose trigger event
Slack
Slack
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Reddit
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Hot Post in Subreddit" from Reddit.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reaction" in Slack.
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Zapier seamlessly connects Reddit and Slack, automating your workflow.
Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Scheduled As
Required
Scheduled Message ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_delete_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Canvas ID
Required
Operation
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status_copy
Approval request message
Required
Send message as
Required
Approval type
Required
Zap_id
Include a link to this automation?
Approve button URL
Approve button label
Add decline button
Add details button
Require confirmation
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
First Name
Last Name
Title
Email
Display Name
User
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message ID (ts)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Email
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Full Name
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Example actions on this page
Create Comment
Add Reaction
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Claude · ChatGPT · Cursor · any MCP-compatible client
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Practical ways you can use Reddit and Slack
Get Reddit updates in Slack channels
Monitor trends and discussions in your industry by receiving Slack notifications every time a new Reddit post matches your search criteria. When a relevant post appears, Zapier triggers a message to your specified Slack channel, keeping you informed instantly without manual searches.
Raise a Slack alert for engineering-related Reddit posts
Identify relevant technical discussions by automating alerts for team collaboration. When a new Reddit post matches your pre-configured search criteria, Zapier sends an instant Slack notification to your engineering channel, keeping the team proactive and informed about industry developments or troubleshooting opportunities.
Stay ahead of online trends by tracking Reddit posts in popular subreddits. Whenever a hot post is detected in your selected subreddit, Zapier shares it in a marketing Slack channel. This saves time and enhances team discussions about emerging trends while analyzing opportunities for engagement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reddit + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Reddit and Slack
How do I integrate Reddit with Slack?
To integrate Reddit with Slack, you can use any third-party automation tools that support both platforms. After setting up an account, you'll be able to create a new integration by selecting Reddit as the trigger and Slack as the action.
Can I get notifications in Slack for new posts in a specific subreddit?
Yes, you can set up a trigger for 'New Post' in a particular subreddit on Reddit. This will notify your specified Slack channel each time there's a new post.
Is it possible to send a message to Slack when a certain Reddit user makes a post or comment?
While direct triggers based on specific user activity aren't standard, workarounds may include monitoring posts from subreddits where the user is active and sending alerts to Slack.
Can I configure alerts in Slack for specific keywords mentioned on Reddit?
Yes, you can set up keyword filters when integrating Reddit with Slack. Once configured, you'll receive notifications in your chosen Slack channel whenever these keywords are mentioned.
How often can updates be sent from Reddit to our Slack channel?
The frequency of updates depends on the polling interval set in the integration tool. Typically, you can adjust settings to pull new data every few minutes or longer at your discretion.
Can I customize what information is sent from Reddit to our Slack workspace?
Yes, customization options typically allow you to select specific details to be included in your notifications, such as the post title, author, or URL. You can configure these preferences within the integration setup.
Are there pre-built templates available for integrating these platforms quickly?
Many integration tools offer pre-built templates that facilitate connecting Reddit with Slack quickly. These templates come with suggested triggers and actions that you can modify as needed.
About Reddit
Reddit, stylized as reddit, is a social news and entertainment website where registered users submit content in the form of links or text posts.
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
