861 posts analyzed Updated Aug 2026
Averages 28 posts/day, top 10% activity. Most active Sundays around 3 PM UTC. Mostly text posts (62%).
r/horrorstories Traffic & Engagement r/horrorstories Traffic & Engagement
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r/horrorstories Most Active Times When r/horrorstories Is Most Active
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r/horrorstories Flair Performance r/horrorstories Flair Performance
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r/horrorstories Trending Keywords Trending Keywords in r/horrorstories
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| Keyword | Mentions ▼ | Upvotes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| part | 75 (8.7%) | 1 | 0 |
| horror | 51 (5.9%) | 2 | 1 |
| story | 48 (5.6%) | 2 | 0 |
| found | 32 (3.7%) | 11 | 2 |
| never | 30 (3.5%) | 7 | 1 |
| something | 29 (3.4%) | 10 | 1 |
| house | 27 (3.1%) | 5 | 1 |
| man | 25 (2.9%) | 6 | 1 |
| night | 24 (2.8%) | 6 | 0 |
| family | 21 (2.4%) | 5 | 0 |
r/horrorstories Mentioned Domains Mentioned Domains in r/horrorstories
Most linked sites Most linked sites in this subreddit
| Domain | Links | Upvotes |
|---|---|---|
| youtu.be | 51 | 1 |
| youtube.com | 40 | 1 |
r/horrorstories Top Posts Top Performing Posts in r/horrorstories
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Well, I just got permanently banned from r/nosleep. Need some advice on where to go next.
I was hired to digitize old VHS tapes. I was told to always turn off the monitor for the tapes with a red sticker.
I just finished my first contract on a commercial cargo ship. I need to warn you about what my captain brought back to the mainland.
I Saw a Skinwalker in a Nevada Prison
I’m a 911 dispatcher. A man called to confess to a murder, but said the victim was currently making coffee in his kitchen.
I’m a Marine Geologist Out at Sea. DO NOT Go to These Coordinates
I found my son’s notebook. I don’t think me and my wife are safe.
I Found Out My Girlfriend Was Practicing Black Magic. I Wish I Never Looked Under Her Bed.
My boyfriend has something he shouldn’t have. Now I’m questioning our relationship.
The Previous Tenant Left Me a List of Rules
r/horrorstories Audience Overlap r/horrorstories Subreddit Overlap & Related Communities
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r/horrorstories FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About r/horrorstories
What's the best time to post on r/horrorstories?
Based on posting volume, r/horrorstories is most active on Sundays around 3 PM UTC. That window has the most community activity, but busier hours also mean more competition for attention.
How active is r/horrorstories?
r/horrorstories averages 28 posts per day and ranks in the top 10% for activity among tracked SFW subreddits.
How many upvotes do posts on r/horrorstories get?
Posts on r/horrorstories average about 5 upvotes this month (net score per post).
What kind of posts does r/horrorstories get most?
On r/horrorstories, most posts are text posts (62%)