981 posts analyzed Updated Jul 2026
Averages 32 posts/day, top 5% activity. Most active Sundays around 2 PM UTC. Mostly text posts (100%).
r/scarystories Traffic & Engagement r/scarystories Traffic & Engagement
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Upvote Distribution
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r/scarystories Most Active Times When r/scarystories Is Most Active
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r/scarystories Flair Performance r/scarystories Flair Performance
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r/scarystories Trending Keywords Trending Keywords in r/scarystories
Ranked by how often they appear Title keywords ranked by how often they appear
| Keyword | Mentions ▼ | Upvotes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| part | 82 (8.4%) | 4 | 1 |
| night | 34 (3.5%) | 14 | 2 |
| story | 32 (3.3%) | 2 | 0 |
| house | 30 (3.1%) | 5 | 0 |
| something | 26 (2.6%) | 8 | 1 |
| found | 26 (2.6%) | 7 | 1 |
| home | 26 (2.6%) | 15 | 2 |
| think | 25 (2.5%) | 7 | 1 |
| last | 23 (2.3%) | 9 | 3 |
| man | 22 (2.2%) | 2 | 0 |
r/scarystories Mentioned Domains Mentioned Domains in r/scarystories
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This community doesn't link off-site.
Its posts are text, images, or discussion rather than outbound links.
r/scarystories Top Posts Top Performing Posts in r/scarystories
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I clean out foreclosed houses for the bank. Stop measuring your kids on the door frame.
My girlfriend came home from a trip she never took
My girlfriend keeps telling me to stop with my attempts. I finally understand what she means.
I inherited a hunting cabin from my grandfather. The guest book is a bit strange.
I took a selfie with the girl of my dreams on a subway platform. When I showed her parents, they started screaming.
My girlfriend has been lying about her age
My wife keeps sneaking out at night. I finally followed her but now I regret it.
My girlfriend started taking art classes. Her paintings are starting to make me uncomfortable.
I Told My Wife I’d Pick Her In Every Life. She said I already have, and She Makes Sure I Do Each Time
My daughter thinks her mom abandoned us. I don’t know how much longer I can keep lying to her.
r/scarystories Audience Overlap r/scarystories Subreddit Overlap & Related Communities
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r/scarystories FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About r/scarystories
What's the best time to post on r/scarystories?
Based on posting volume, r/scarystories is most active on Sundays around 2 PM UTC. That window has the most community activity, but busier hours also mean more competition for attention.
How active is r/scarystories?
r/scarystories averages 32 posts per day and ranks in the top 5% for activity among tracked SFW subreddits.
How many upvotes do posts on r/scarystories get?
Posts on r/scarystories average about 7 upvotes this month (net score per post).
What kind of posts does r/scarystories get most?
On r/scarystories, most posts are text posts (100%)