Reddit has a built-in dark mode on its current website and in the official iOS and Android apps. On the web, you can choose Light, Dark or Auto. Auto makes Reddit follow your system appearance.
Old Reddit does not include the same built-in Display Mode control. If you use old.reddit.com, Night Eye can apply a customizable dark appearance in a supported browser.
Follow the instructions below for the version of Reddit you use.
Reddit Dark Mode: Quick Answer
| Platform | How to enable dark mode |
|---|---|
| Current Reddit website | Open the account or site menu → Display Mode → Dark |
| Current Reddit without signing in | Open the site menu → Display Mode → Dark |
| Follow your system theme | Open Display Mode → Auto |
| iPhone or iPad app | Profile → menu → Settings → Dark Mode |
| Android app | Profile → menu → Settings → Dark Mode |
| Old Reddit | Use Night Eye in a supported browser |
| Return to light mode | Select Light, turn Dark Mode off in the app or disable Night Eye for Reddit |
Reddit sometimes tests different navigation layouts, so the position of the account or site menu may vary.
Table of contents
- Reddit Dark Mode: Quick Answer
- Does Reddit Have Dark Mode?
- How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on the Website
- How to Use Reddit Dark Mode Without Logging In
- How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on iPhone and iPad
- How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on Android
- How to Get Dark Mode on Old Reddit
- Reddit Native Dark Mode vs. Night Eye
- When a Darker Reddit Interface May Be Useful
- Why Reddit Dark Mode Is Not Working
- How to Turn Off Reddit Dark Mode
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Related Dark Mode Guides
- Customize Old Reddit with Night Eye
Does Reddit Have Dark Mode?
Yes. Reddit provides a built-in dark mode on its current website and in the official iOS and Android apps. On Reddit web, open Display Mode and select Dark. Choose Auto if you want Reddit to match your operating system or browser appearance.
Old Reddit is different. The interface at old.reddit.com does not include the Display Mode setting used by the current website.
Since February 2026, Reddit can also remember a Display Mode choice when someone uses the current website without signing in. Reddit says this feature is available globally on the web.
How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on the Website
- Open Reddit in your browser.
- Open the account or site menu.
- Find Display Mode.
- Select Dark.
The Display Mode menu provides three choices:
- Dark keeps Reddit dark.
- Light keeps Reddit light.
- Auto matches your operating system or browser preference.
Reddit says Auto is now the default option on the web. If Reddit changes appearance when your system theme changes, select Dark directly instead of Auto.
How to Use Reddit Dark Mode Without Logging In
You can use dark mode on the current Reddit website without signing in. Open the site menu, find Display Mode and select Dark.
Reddit introduced support for remembered Display Mode choices for logged-out visitors in February 2026. If Reddit forgets your selection, check whether your browser is clearing cookies or site data.
This setting applies to the current Reddit website. It does not add native dark mode to Old Reddit. For old.reddit.com, use a compatible browser extension such as Night Eye.
How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on iPhone and iPad
- Open the official Reddit app.
- Tap your avatar to open your profile.
- Open the menu marked by three horizontal lines.
- Select Settings.
- Scroll to Dark Mode.
- Turn Dark Mode on.
The same steps apply to the official Reddit app on iPad. To return to the light appearance, follow the same path and turn Dark Mode off.
See the official Reddit app FAQ for iOS for Reddit's current instructions.
How to Turn On Reddit Dark Mode on Android
- Open the official Reddit app.
- Tap your avatar to open your profile.
- Open the menu marked by three horizontal lines.
- Select Settings and scroll to Dark Mode.
- Turn Dark Mode on.
Android also provides Auto Dark Mode. It can follow your device appearance or switch at sunrise and sunset. Turn the fixed Dark Mode toggle off before choosing an automatic option.
See the official Reddit app FAQ for Android for the current options.
How to Get Dark Mode on Old Reddit
Old Reddit does not include the Display Mode control available on the current website. If you browse through old.reddit.com, Night Eye can apply a dark appearance in a supported browser.
- Install Night Eye from your browser's official extension store.
- Open old.reddit.com.
- Refresh the page after the extension is installed.
- Open Night Eye and confirm that it is enabled for old.reddit.com.
- Adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, dimming or the blue-light setting if you want a different appearance.
Night Eye works on the browser page, not inside Reddit's native iOS or Android app. Use the app's own Dark Mode setting on mobile.
Reddit Native Dark Mode vs. Night Eye
| Capability | Reddit dark mode | Night Eye |
|---|---|---|
| Built into current Reddit | Yes | No, it is a browser extension |
| Works in the official mobile apps | Yes | No |
| Works while logged out on current Reddit web | Yes | Yes, when enabled in a supported browser |
| Works on Old Reddit | No equivalent native control | Yes |
| Can follow the system theme | Yes, through Auto | Yes, through OS Color Scheme integration |
| Adjustable brightness, contrast, saturation and dimming | Limited native control | Yes |
| Custom scheduling and per-site browser controls | No custom schedule on web; Android offers sunrise and sunset automation | Yes, in a supported browser |
| Can apply dark mode to other websites | No | Yes |
When a Darker Reddit Interface May Be Useful
A darker interface may feel more comfortable in dim surroundings or when your other apps use a dark appearance. Some people still prefer a light interface in bright environments, so choose the display mode that is most readable for you.
Dark mode is a display preference, not a treatment for headaches, sleep problems, eye conditions or posture-related pain.
Why Reddit Dark Mode Is Not Working
- If Reddit is set to Auto, confirm that your device or browser currently uses a dark appearance.
- Select Dark directly to test whether Auto is causing the behavior.
- Refresh the browser page.
- Confirm that you are changing Display Mode on current Reddit rather than Old Reddit.
- Update the Reddit mobile app.
- On Android, turn off fixed Dark Mode before configuring Auto Dark Mode.
- If Old Reddit remains light, confirm that Night Eye is enabled for old.reddit.com.
- Temporarily disable other theme extensions or custom styles to check for conflicts.
- Check whether the problem affects every page or only a particular community.
- If Reddit forgets your logged-out setting, check whether the browser clears cookies or site data.
How to Turn Off Reddit Dark Mode
On the current Reddit website
Open the account or site menu, select Display Mode, then choose Light. Choose Auto if you want Reddit to follow your system appearance instead.
In the iOS or Android app
Open your profile and menu, select Settings, scroll to Dark Mode and turn it off.
On Old Reddit with Night Eye
Open Night Eye and disable it for old.reddit.com, or place the site on your preferred allow or disallow list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Reddit have dark mode?
Yes. Reddit provides dark mode on its current website and in the official iOS and Android apps.
How do I turn on Reddit dark mode on desktop?
Open Reddit's account or site menu, find Display Mode and select Dark. Select Auto if you want Reddit to follow your system appearance.
Can I use Reddit dark mode without signing in?
Yes. Since February 2026, the current Reddit website can remember Display Mode choices for logged-out visitors.
Does Old Reddit have dark mode?
Old Reddit does not have the Display Mode control used by current Reddit. Night Eye can apply dark mode to old.reddit.com in a supported browser.
How do I make the Reddit app dark?
Open your profile and menu, select Settings, scroll to Dark Mode and turn it on. Android also provides automatic options.
Why does Reddit keep changing back to light mode?
Reddit may be set to Auto and following your system appearance. Select Dark directly if you want it to remain dark.
Why can't I turn on Auto Dark Mode on Android?
The fixed Dark Mode toggle must be off before Reddit's Auto Dark Mode settings can be used.
Does Night Eye work in the Reddit mobile app?
No. Night Eye is a browser extension. Reddit's native app uses its own Dark Mode setting.
How do I turn off Reddit dark mode?
Return to Display Mode on the website or Dark Mode in the app settings and select Light or turn Dark Mode off. On Old Reddit, disable Night Eye for the site.
Related Dark Mode Guides
Customize Old Reddit with Night Eye
Night Eye gives Old Reddit a dark appearance and adds controls for brightness, contrast, saturation, dimming and blue light. You can also schedule dark mode or manage Reddit with per-site settings.
Page transformations happen locally in your browser, and Night Eye does not collect your browsing history.
