Reddit officially launches in Microsoft Store as a progressive web app
Reddit is the latest big-name website to launch an app on the Microsoft Store.
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What you need to know
Reddit is one of the world’s most popular websites. It has an almost unlimited list of communities ranging from technology and news to the most niche topics. Now, people can browse Reddit through an official app on Windows 10. The app arrived in the Microsoft Store earlier this week and is a progressive web app (PWA).
Since the new Reddit app is a PWA, its interface will be familiar to anyone that’s browsed the site on the web. While the experience provided through the Reddit app in the Microsoft Store is identical to what was already available, its arrival is still good for Microsoft. The companywants people to take the Microsoft Store seriously, so any big-name additions help meet that goal.
Reddit is one of many big-name sites and services to add an app to the Microsoft Store. Since the announcement ofWindows 11,Zoom, OBS, Canva, and several other well-known apps have appeared in the Microsoft Store. While the Reddit app arrived after the announcement of Windows 11, it is also available on Windows 10.
If you don’t like the official Reddit app, there are some popular third-party alternatives. Ireviewed Reddit client Legereback when it launched in 2019. Readit is another popular Reddit app that’s been around since the days of Windows Phone.
Reddit is one of the most popular websites on Earth. You can now browse through all of your favorite communities through the official Reddit app on Windows.
If you don’t like the official Reddit app on Windows, Readit is a popular alternative. It’s been around since the days of Windows Phone.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
