Reddit

What is Reddit integration?

Reddit integration lets you create App2 projects by posting in the r/app2dev subreddit. The App2 bot monitors the subreddit and automatically creates projects from posts with the "Create App" flair.

How it works:

• Post your app idea in r/app2dev

• Add "Create App" flair to your post

• Bot detects your post (within ~60 seconds)

• Project created automatically

• Bot replies with project link

Why use Reddit:

• Share ideas publicly: Get community feedback

• Create from anywhere: Mobile-friendly (post from Reddit app)

• Track projects: Posts stay in subreddit as documentation

• Community inspiration: See what others are building

• Simple workflow: No need to open App2.dev

How it works

For linked accounts

If you've connected your Reddit account to App2:

1. You post in r/app2dev with "Create App" flair

2. Bot detects post within ~60 seconds

3. Project created in your App2 workspace

4. Bot comments with project link

5. Open project and start building

For unlinked accounts

If you haven't linked your Reddit account:

1. You post in r/app2dev with "Create App" flair

2. Bot detects post within ~60 seconds

3. Bot replies with instructions to link your account

4. You link your Reddit account in App2 settings

5. Comment /retry on your original post

6. Bot creates project and replies with link

Prerequisites

Before creating projects from Reddit:

1. Reddit account: Free account at reddit.com

2. App2 account: Free or paid account at app2.dev

3. Join r/app2dev: Subscribe to the subreddit

4. Link accounts (recommended): Connect Reddit to App2

Linking your Reddit account

Connect your Reddit account to App2 for seamless project creation.

Step 1: Open Reddit settings

1. Log into App2

2. Go to Settings → Integrations → Reddit

3. Reddit integration panel opens

Step 2: Connect Reddit

1. Click "Connect Reddit Account"

2. Redirected to Reddit for authorization

3. Log into Reddit (if not already)

4. Click "Allow" to authorize App2

5. Redirected back to App2

Step 3: Verify connection

Success indicators:

• "Connected as u/your_username" message

• Green status indicator

• Your Reddit username displayed

Your Reddit account is now linked!

Why link your account

Benefits of linking:

• Instant project creation (no waiting)

• No manual account verification

• Use bot commands on your posts

• Faster workflow

• Better user experience

Without linking:

• Manual linking step required

• Use /retry command after linking

• Slightly slower process

Creating projects from Reddit

Post your app ideas in r/app2dev to create projects.

How to post

Step-by-step:

1. Go to reddit.com/r/app2dev

2. Click "Create Post"

3. Choose post type (text post recommended)

4. Enter title: Brief app description

5. Enter body: Detailed app requirements

6. Select flair: "Create App"

7. Click "Post"

Bot processes your post within ~60 seconds.

Writing good posts

Title tips:

• Be concise and descriptive

• Include app type

• Mention key feature

Examples:

• "Todo app with dark mode"

• "Recipe sharing app for iOS and Android"

• "Fitness tracker with progress charts"

Body tips:

• List key features

• Mention design preferences

• Include specific requirements

• Be as detailed as you want

Example post:

Title: "Task management app with team collaboration"

Body:

Build a task management app with these features:
- Create, edit, and delete tasks
- Organize tasks into projects
- Assign tasks to team members
- Due dates and priority levels
- Dark mode support
- Mobile responsive design

Flair: Create App

What happens next

For linked accounts:

1. Bot replies within ~60 seconds

2. Comment includes project link

3. Click link to open project in App2

4. Project is ready to work on

For unlinked accounts:

1. Bot replies with linking instructions

2. Link your Reddit account in App2 settings

3. Return to post and comment /retry

4. Bot creates project

5. New comment with project link

Bot commands

Interact with your projects using Reddit comments.

/retry command

Retry project creation after linking your account.

When to use:

• Bot asked you to link account

• You've now linked your account

• Want bot to create the project

How to use:

1. Go to your post in r/app2dev

2. Comment: /retry

3. Bot processes within ~60 seconds

4. New comment with project link

/prompt command

Send prompts to your project's chat from Reddit.

When to use:

• Add features to project created from Reddit

• Quick updates without opening App2

• Collaborate via Reddit comments

How to use:

1. Go to your post (with created project)

2. Comment: /prompt add dark mode toggle

3. Bot confirms command received

4. Prompt sent to project chat

5. AI generates code

6. Open project to see results

Example commands:

• /prompt add user authentication with email

• /prompt create a settings page

• /prompt fix the navigation menu styling

Requirements:

• Only post author can use commands

• Project must exist

• Account must be linked

Best practices

Writing effective posts

Include these details:

• App purpose and target users

• Key features (bullet list)

• Design preferences (if any)

• Platform (web, mobile, or both)

• Any specific technologies

Be specific:

• "Dark mode toggle" not "make it look good"

• "User authentication with email and password" not "add login"

• "Shopping cart with quantity controls" not "e-commerce features"

Using the community

Engage with others:

• Comment on others' posts

• Share feedback on projects

• Discuss implementation approaches

• Learn from community projects

Be respectful:

• Follow r/app2dev rules

• Don't spam

• One post per project idea

• Edit posts rather than reposting

Managing projects

After creation:

• Open project link from bot comment

• Continue building in App2

• Use /prompt for quick updates from Reddit

• Share progress in comments

Troubleshooting

Bot not responding to my post

Issue: Posted with "Create App" flair but no bot reply.

Solutions:

1. Wait up to 90 seconds (bot checks every minute)

2. Verify you selected "Create App" flair (not just typed it)

3. Check post is in r/app2dev (not different subreddit)

4. Ensure post isn't deleted or removed

5. Try commenting /retry to trigger manually

Bot says to link account

Issue: Bot replied asking to link account.

Solution:

1. Go to App2.dev

2. Log in

3. Settings → Integrations → Reddit

4. Connect Reddit Account

5. Return to post and comment /retry

/retry not working

Issue: Commented /retry but nothing happens.

Solutions:

1. Verify account is actually linked (check App2 settings)

2. Wait 60-90 seconds after commenting

3. Try /retry again (can retry multiple times)

4. Check you're commenting on correct post

5. Ensure original post has "Create App" flair

/prompt command not working

Issue: /prompt commands ignored by bot.

Solutions:

1. Verify you're the post author (commands only work for author)

2. Confirm project was created (bot commented with link)

3. Check Reddit account is linked

4. Wait 60-90 seconds

5. Ensure command format is correct: /prompt your request here

Someone else is using commands on my post

Issue: Worried about unauthorized commands.

Solution: Only the post author can use commands. Bot ignores commands from other users. Your project is safe.

FAQ

Do I need to link my Reddit account?

Not required, but highly recommended. Without linking:

• Bot asks you to link first

• Need to manually link in App2

• Use /retry after linking

• Slower workflow

With linking: instant project creation.

Can I create multiple projects from Reddit?

Yes. Post as many times as you want. Each post with "Create App" flair creates a separate project.

Can I edit my post after the bot responds?

Yes, but it won't update the project. The bot creates the project based on your post at the time it was detected. Edit the project in App2 for changes.

Will my post be public?

Yes. r/app2dev is a public subreddit. All posts are visible to everyone. Don't share sensitive information in posts.

Can I delete my post after project creation?

Yes. Deleting the Reddit post doesn't delete the App2 project. The project continues to exist in your workspace.

Does creating projects from Reddit cost credits?

Yes. Project creation consumes credits from your workspace, just like creating projects in App2 directly.

Can other people see my project?

Projects created from Reddit are public by default (matches Free tier). Upgrade to Pro and change visibility in project settings to make projects private.

How long does it take for bot to respond?

Typically 30-90 seconds. The bot checks r/app2dev every minute for new posts with "Create App" flair.

Can I use /prompt for projects not created from Reddit?

No. The /prompt command only works on posts that created App2 projects via the bot.

What if I don't want to use Reddit?

No problem. Reddit integration is completely optional. Create projects normally at app2.dev.

Related links

• Projects - Understanding App2 projects

• Getting Started - Creating projects in App2

• Chat Modes - Build, Plan, Debug, Review, Docs

• Plans and Credits - Credit costs

• Workspaces - Where projects are created

• r/app2dev subreddit