Because of its content safety features, you can use Reddit almost everywhere, even at your workplace. It hides inappropriate NSFW content to browse Reddit in your office safely.
Any adult person has the right to see mature content with restrictions. So, you only need to learn how to enable the option to see NSFW posts and comments on Reddit.
Reddit allows users to see NSFW content through the app and website. On the Android phone, open the Reddit app, tap the profile icon, and then Settings. Under the view options, you can turn on the option Show NSFW content (I’m over 18). After that, NSFW content will start appearing on your feed and search.
Reddit understands the embarrassment you face in public or the workplace when mature content suddenly appears on your feed. So, you get an option to view or not view NSFW content on your feed.
Most people don’t know where the option is located. So, we decided to write an article to help them. We have covered what NSFW means, how to see NSFW on Reddit, and related frequently asked questions.
Last Updated: June 13, 2026 — Steps verified on the latest Reddit Website, Old website, Android and iOS apps.
What Does NSFW Mean On Reddit
The term NSFW (Not Safe For Work) is not new to many Reddit users. They often see it while browsing content on Reddit. Perhaps you have also noticed it. Nobody wants to be embarrassed while browsing Reddit in public places, so the platform puts the NSFW mark over inappropriate videos, images, or text for safe browsing.
Content creators can mark their content as NSFW on Reddit. So, instead of seeing inappropriate content, you see an NSFW tag over the content preview. It lets users browse content in their workplace and keeps underage users safe on the platform.
Not only mature but also violent content is considered NSFW.
How to See NSFW on Reddit
Reddit has the NSFW feature for many reasons. However, users can tweak the settings to show NSFW content on their accounts. You can access Reddit NSFW content through the website and the app. Four methods exist to turn on the NSFW settings on the website and app.
Method #1: See NSFW Content on Reddit.com
You can log into your Reddit account through a web browser. The following steps will let you turn on the option to view NSFW content.
- Open reddit.com on your computer and log in.
- Click your profile picture or username in the top right corner.
- Now, click the Settings option on the drop-down menu.
- On the next page, switch to the Preferences tab.
- There, click the first toggle button next to Show mature content (I’m over 18). It will be turned on.
- The preference “Blur mature (18+) images and media” also turns on automatically together.
You can now view Not Safe For Work and adult content in your feed and search results. Due to the Blur mode, all media labeled NSFW will show blurred thumbnails and media previews. You can turn off blur mode to see clear thumbnails and media previews.
Method #2: See NSFW Content on Old.Reddit.com
If you still love to browse old.reddit.com, then the following steps are for you.
- Visit old.reddit.com and log in.
- Click Preferences in the top right corner.
- Scroll down until you see the content options.
- Tick the first two checkboxes (Show mature (18+) content and Include mature content in search results) to view NSFW content.
Method #3: See NSFW Content on Android
If you have installed the Reddit app on your Android phone, the following steps can help you.
- Open the Reddit mobile app on your Android phone.
- Tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- Next, tap the hamburger icon on the right top corner.
- Now, you see the Profile curation option.
- Tap the toggle button next to NSFW and you can see all NSFW posts and comments.
This way, you achieve what you want to do. Now, every type of content will float on your feed.
Method #4: See NSFW Content on iPhone
Most iPhone users complain they didn’t find the option to enable or disable the NSFW feature. Actually, this option is not available where it is available for Android users. Don’t worry. We are here to help you.
- Open the Reddit app on your iPhone.
- Now, click your profile image at the bottom bar.
- Next, tap on the hamburger icon on the top right corner.
- Then, click on the Profile curation option.
- Here you tap the toggle button next to the NSFW.
That’s how you can see the all NSFW posts and comments.
Conclusion
This is how you can view NSFW content on Reddit. However, we recommend not keeping these options active to avoid embarrassment when using Reddit in the workplace. Default settings blur inappropriate and sensitive content on the platform.
