Old Reddit Redirect

Ensure Reddit always loads the old design

Old Reddit Redirect - Firefox Add-On

"Old Reddit Redirect" is a Firefox add-on designed for individuals who prefer the old Reddit format. This add-on ensures that any time a user accesses Reddit, it loads in the old design rather than the site's newer version. What makes this add-on so handy is its ability to work whether you're logged in, in incognito mode, and even if your bookmarks are from the new site. You can switch to the new Reddit interface explicitly by visiting 'new.reddit.com'. Lastly, this add-on is free, open-source, and neutralises the EU cookie notice redirect to the new Reddit.
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Add-on stats

Users: 63,171
-79
Rating: 4.75
(272)
2 new ratings
Version: 1.8.2 (Last updated: 2024-08-28)
Creation date: 2018-04-25
Weekly download count: 974
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://reddit.com/*
  • *://www.reddit.com/*
  • *://np.reddit.com/*
  • *://amp.reddit.com/*
  • *://i.reddit.com/*
  • *://i.redd.it/*
  • *://preview.redd.it/*
Size: 20.76K

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Old Reddit Redirect (v2.0.1)
4.75 (304) 100,000
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Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

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Dislike Reddit's redesign? Old Reddit Redirect will ensure that you always load the old (old.reddit.com) design instead.

Forces all reddit.com links to old.reddit.com, including navigating to the site, opening links or using old bookmarks.

Unlike the account setting for turning off the design, this works regardless of whether you are logged in or not or in incognito mode. The extension also blocks the EU cookie notice that forces a redirect to new reddit.

You can still access new reddit, if you need, by explicitly loading new.reddit.com.

Old Reddit Redirect is free and open source. The code is available at github.com/tom-james-watson/old-reddit-redirect. Pull requests are more than welcome.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Makes browsing Reddit more convenient by redirecting to old layout
  • Helps to avoid the clutter of the new Reddit interface
  • Works well for many users and enhances usability
  • Great for mobile users who prefer the old layout
  • Provides a necessary function for users who dislike the new Reddit design
Cons
  • No on/off switch in the drop-down menu for easy toggling between layouts
  • Some links do not work properly with the redirect
  • Stopped functioning for multiple users with no updates
  • Occasional issues with specific Reddit pages not redirecting correctly
Most mentioned
  • Desire for an on/off switch for easier use
  • Functionality issues, especially with searches and certain links
  • General praise for redirecting to the old Reddit layout
  • Stopped working or lacking updates
User reviews
This is a vital app for using reddit. However, I suggest an Improvement: in the extensions drop down menu, I would like an ON/OFF switch. I often find myself wanting to browse some subs in new reddit and others in old (I like big pics and I cannot Lie) nad I need to open the complete add-ons page and scroll down to this one just to switch between old and new. Until implemented, this Add-on has a 4/5 from me. Excellent work, small gripe.
by CMR, 2025-01-22
by Firefox user 18515359, 2025-01-21
Must-have for conveniently de-crappifying Reddit
by Firefox user 18785154, 2025-01-16
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Old Reddit Redirect requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Old Reddit Redirect has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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