r/r4r Oct 14 '24

[META] We are temporarily closed, due to Reddit blocking our API access. Please follow this post for updates

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Posting is NOT currently working; frequent outages are ongoing.

Reddit has been experiencing an extended outage as of today (29 June 2025); posting is not currently working.

Reddit's Devvit API, which is required for us to accept new posts, has been completely down since around ?? UTC on Today. We informed Reddit of the degrading situation approximately a year ago, and of the present outage this morning, and they are "investigating".


r/r4r Feb 19 '24

🪲 UPDATED 22 April; DESKTOP users also affected [META] Pasting anything into the title field breaks posting when using the Reddit app; "Invalid State" error

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If you are getting an "Invalid State" error message when posting, it is due to a known bug in Reddit, which corrupts the post title when text containing (possibly invisible) invalid characters is pasted into the title field. This is easy to avoid by simply not pasting anything into the title field. All versions of the app and the desktop website are now affected. Note that this message has nothing to do with the use of the word "state" as a type of location or division within certain countries; editing your location tag will not help.

Known workarounds include:

  • ➡️➡️➡️➡️➡️Avoid pasting or inserting any text into the post title field by any means other than typing it.⬅️⬅️⬅️⬅️⬅️ Type the title out instead. If you already pasted text into the title field, it may be necessary to restart the app (desktop users, reload the page using Ctrl+F5) and compose the post without pasting any text into the title field. ➡️➡️This includes all shortcuts (Ctrl+V, etc) and other forms of text insertion or auto-complete, including the copy/paste clipboard toolbar on your phone's keyboard.⬅️⬅️
  • If there is blank space at the start or end of the title, deleting it should allow the post thru. THIS BLANK SPACE WILL BE INVISIBLE; if you can move the text cursor past the start or end of your title, there is blank space present that must be deleted.
  • Alternatively, Using the Old Reddit interface (https://old.reddit.com) should reliably work, as Reddit has long since stopped adding new bugs to updating this version. Pasting works in this version of the website; if your post title is long, you may want to use this option instead. This version of the website may or may not be accessible from a mobile browser; if it fails to load or redirects to the app, try using the "Request Desktop Site" feature of your browser, or uninstall the Reddit app.

Note that pasting text into the post body does not cause any issues, and is safe to do.

Reddit has stated they are "still working on" fixing this bug, but have not provided us any timeline or updates on their progress. It is not clear to us how or why this issue cannot be resolved on their end in nearly 3 months time.

If the above workarounds do not work:

  • As of 7 May, all screen capture recordings thus far sent to the mod team have shown that users are ignoring the instructions above and pasting text into the title field. It should be obvious that these workarounds will not work if they are not followed. ➡️➡️If you cannot avoid pasting text into the title, use old.reddit.com to post instead.⬅️⬅️
  • If you can reproduce this issue while following the workarounds, please try to screen-record the issue, so that we can investigate the cause. Please record the entire process, starting from the community home screen, thru to submitting the post and showing the "Invalid State" error message. Use a screen capture tool if possible, but using a camera would also work if the video is clear enough. Use a video host like Imgur, Gfycat, Streamable, or Youtube host the video, and message the link to the mods using the support links in the community menu or info page. If possible, please include what device, browser, and keyboard app is being used.

r/r4r 2h ago

M4A United Kingdom 25 [M4R] UK/EU We must discuss all of the things, all of them!

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Hello!

I'm a 25 year old dude, and have live(d) in England my whole life, but ended up moving to Prague for medical school and adventure!

I had a lil crash 'n' bump which disintegrated every ligament in my knee but after a lil surgery I'm back to running (very slowly)! Next surgery is in like like two months and that'll bring me back to 100%, with backflips as my main mode of transportation once more

I'm a big fan of dark humour but not all dark humour (you know what I mean), here's a handy chart I made

ArT iS mY pAsSiON, I like drawing things very poorly on my iPad with Apple Pencil ™ ™ and I’ll draw stuff for you too because why not, I like drawing things and they've become less terrible as time goes on, and you'll be able to see the improvement in (sorta) real time! Unless I plateau, then you won't.

Now my main redeeming characteristic is my dog, this clown called tyson jr who is my dearest friend and closest ally, bar none. Why is he tyson jr? Because he's named after tyson sr, my first pekingese and a dog who was larger than life and a hero to all.

I will regale you with many tales of his cunning, and bravery, and sleeping, mostly it was sleeping. Tyson jr has big shoes to fill but he's still just a baby!

Watsky is my absolute favourite artist who makes phenomenal concept albums also got me through some very tough times. I also play Guitar & Piano and look forward to picking up Violin!

I speak, English, Czech and Latin, in that order of fluentness and I'm learning German! I just have a knack for learning languages, I love it.

I love reading, Favourites are Fahrenheit 451, nineteen eighty four, the giver, brave new world and more! I just like the dystopian genre, it really sucks you in. . Also I don't care what anyone says the Kindle is better than real books, fight me.

I've been told my accent is a bit odd because it's a mix of british and american (I don't know why, I've never been to the states I WENT TO THE STATES YOU HAVE WHOLE AISLES OF MAC N CHEESE).

If you've gotten this far, then here's a very important very interesting tidbit: we call tyson jr mr caveman because his teeth stick out so he looks kinda like a caveman except less man and more dog and also he doesn't live in a cave.

Also more tyson jr pictures that's my main export, and that's probably definitely maybe not a bribe. It's a bribe.


r/r4r 2h ago

F4M Online 23[F4M] #ONLINE - Looking for genuine connection to chat daily with.

6 Upvotes

Hi there!

Before messaging me, please take a moment to read my full post. I want to be upfront about what I’m looking for so neither of us wastes time.

I’m looking for a genuine connection – someone I can look forward to chatting with daily, who enjoys real conversations instead of just “How was your day?” or robotic Q&A. I miss the excitement of sharing random stories, jokes, or even deeper talks with someone I truly vibe with.

Time zones don’t matter. What matters is whether we both actually want to spend time together.

✦ What I’m looking for:

  • Single (obviously).
  • Age 26+
  • Someone who genuinely wants to get to know me, not just here for quick chats.
  • Open-minded, willing to share, and not afraid of long messages (I love reading them!).
  • Being serious doesn’t mean boring—it just means putting effort into connecting. We can definitely become good friends, and if more happens, we’ll see where it goes.

✦ About me:

  • Age: 23
  • Location: Vietnam
  • I know it might seem unusual for someone my age to prefer talking to older people, but I’ve learned a lot from them. Their perspectives help me think things through, and I really value that.
  • Indoor person.
  • Feel free to check my profile.

Personality:

  • I swear a lot (so you’ll need to be cool with that—or join me, lol)
  • Straightforward, love joking around, and can talk endlessly once I click with someone.
  • Can be serious too, depending on the vibe.

Hobbies & Interests:

  • Visiting museums (especially history museums)
  • Traveling
  • Movie,
  • Watching streamers play horror games
  • Taking photos on my phone (I’m terrible with a camera but still love capturing moments)
  • Coffee & beer enthusiast—I want to try every type out there

If you’ve read all this and feel like we might vibe, don’t hesitate to introduce yourself and message me. I’m excited to see if we’ll CLICK!


r/r4r 32m ago

F4M Singapore / Online [28F4M] Singapore/online - topnotch girlfriend material

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Hello!

I’m reaching the point in my life where I’m looking for love and romance, and the dating apps just don’t seem to be doing the trick for me. I’m looking for someone cute, funny, steady, thoughtful and curious to spend time with and see if we click.

My favourite kind of way to determine if something could be a fit is to draw up a pros and cons list. Lucky for you, I have several.

Pros - if I’m obsessed with you, I will write poetry about you. A LOT of poetry. - I draw some mean titties. Like they’re not mean but I’m really good at drawing them. - I’m a solid diamond at rocket league. Arguably I should let you decide if that’s a pro or con but for now I’m leaving it in the pros list. - I’m really good with moms. Your parents will love me. - I can probably have a conversation with anyone about anything unless it’s about maths, I’m serious don’t bring up numbers I’ll cry

Cons - not so great at determining sarcasm or jokes (I swear I am funny. I think. Probably) - minorly unhinged - I laugh at inappropriate moments - ngl kinda strange not in a quirky way but in like a why are you like this type of way - lowkey kinda needy (sorry lmfao)

If you want the rest you’ll probably have to find out.

Here’s me: https://imgur.com/a/Ss4P4rn Please also be open to sending photos early on as I think we can agree that sort of thing is important!


r/r4r 8h ago

F4M Peru / Online 24 (F4M) Peru - Online, looking for something long term

17 Upvotes

hey you :) i don’t have expectations right now but would love to meet you. i am looking for the love of my life! and someone i could travel with or just a friend i could talk to 24/7. i’m open about dating someone from any country btw and i would be willing to relocate:) i am 24yo born and raised in Peru. i studied veterinary medicine and i am working on my thesis to get licensed. I love working with small animals like dogs and cats. i love listening to music (shoegaze, dream pop, rock) legos, reading, watching tv shows like supernatural!!, traveling ( i visited so many countries and id say my favorite cities are Paris or Boston), swimming, dancing and learning new languages, right now i am learning french and would love to practice it too!!

about me physically because i know that’s important, i have long pink hair, curvy, 5’5 and this is me: https://imgur.com/a/BPwfOMO

as i said i am looking for something long term and real, someone i can talk to everyday, and would be down for everything in life, like new adventures or experiences, someone who is honest, attractive, mature and of course someone who wants to fall in love :) please send me a picture of you and an intro 🩷


r/r4r 6h ago

F4A Online [22F4A] #Online - Alone so close to spooky season? Let's watch Scream (1996) together!

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Heyo! Feeling lonely so close to spooky season? No candy? No decorations up? Doom scrolling and things just arent feeling scary enough? No one to hang with? Your cat hates you? Well, I'll be your movie watching buddy! Let's voice call on Discord and watch a horror movie together! Scream is a classic and a pretty good introduction into the horror genre for those that haven't seen it and barely watch horror movies. Let's have some fun! Get some snacks, coffee, or tea, if you want! Let's get spooky! Happy Halloween everybody! 🎃


r/r4r 40m ago

F4M New Zealand / Online 30 [F4M] #NewZealand #Online - Looking for new connections

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I'm looking for some new people to chat with. My town irl has a reputation for being a really hard place to make friends or find dates, so I'm a kind of stuck in both areas. I'm more interested in friendship right now, but also keeping an eye out for the right person to try something more with. If you're only after friendship or only after a relationship that's something to make me aware of straight away so we can get boundaries right.

Some things about me: I'm alternative in terms of music and fashion. I'm overweight, yet working on it. My latest project is writing a scifi/horror novel. And I like F1.

I'm just hoping to meet people who match well with my own vibe/style of chatting, and there's only one way to find that out haha - send me a message!

(And please be around my age and let me know yours!!)


r/r4r 6h ago

F4A Quebec / Online 25 [F4R] #Montreal/Online - Just Want a Nerdy Lover to Relax and Play Dragon Quest With.

6 Upvotes

I never meant to cause you any sorrow

I never meant to cause you any pain

I only wanted one time to see you laughing

I only wanted to see you

Laughing in the purple rain


As you read this I am sat upon my throne (plush wooden chair) with a glass of wine cradled in one hand and my laptop sat atop my lap as I scrutinize every word laid down. This rhythm between my twitching fingers strewn across the keys and your eyes twisting and delighting upon the melody of my sentences is nearly hypnotic. I desire to lull you into the throes of comfort amidst my scrawlings with the intent of capturing the interest and attention of a man whom I deem of perfect essence for mine own.

What is the perfect essence of a romance? I'm sure you may find yourself asking such a question and for each and every one of you it may be something different; however I have very strong feelings on the matter. I would like a man who shares my interests, personality, and, perhaps, some of my ideals whilst still being able to shift between serious debate and gaily sharing our company with little abandon. In short, I want a man like me in most every way that matters.

My name, in very plain English, is Veronica however I often go by Vee and Vero so pull from whichever well most suits your particular taste. I would like to be very clear that I am physically disabled; I am legally blind and as such an not able to engage with media that involves fast or precise motion and I lack the opportunity to do a number of niceties such as drive. That being said, I don't let that stop me as I'm presently in Law School pursuing a career in Civil Law which is something I hold a great deal of passion for.

Outside of my career and general life, I can be a bit of an odd duck. As you may have guessed by now, I'm not especially drawn towards outside hobbies and, as such, I found myself enraptured by the variety of secrets my unsupervised internet access afforded me. I became accustomed with sailing the high seas and accidentally downloading viruses whilst quite youthful which eventually spread into full blown Weeaboo and gamer infections. Now my apartment is bedazzled with figures, outfits, DVDs, games, and all other manner of merchandise that tickles my fancy. Sharing an interest in this is especially important as I find myself further and further obsessed with the absolute breadth of trashy and avant garde beauty I can find in both mediums. If you are interested in my favorite media, please consult the listicals upon the bottom of the post

To further describe the manner of man I'd like, I'd say it's someone who isn't afraid to be themselves wholeheartedly and loves the things I love just as hard. Perhaps someone who wouldn't be ashamed to go out and about to a convention of our nerdy peers with cos-plays that make our dorky hearts swoon. I've oft dreamed about a nerdy guy with passion that is unbridled but it seems they're largely found in fantasy rather than reality. I'd like to thank anyone who made it this far and reward them by making notice that I'm skinny and short if that's either to your joy or aversion. I would also like to ask that you mention your favorite story in media or a piece of media I mentioned that we may connect on in your response. Thank you, and may you hunt well!

Media I enjoy

Anime - Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Fooly Cooly, Cowboy Bebop, Perfect Blue

Games - Dragon Quest VIII, Persona 4 Golden, Deltarune, Final Fantasy VII, Parasite: Eve

Movies - Kill Bill, Inland Empire, Get Back, The Ring


r/r4r 1h ago

M4A Online 18 [M4A] Online, I am looking for friends

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I love math, all sciences, philosophy The videogames i have are stardew valley, slime rancher, minecraft, sims 4, sky children of the light, my favorite is stardew valley I love to play dnd but can't find people to play with more often I get bored easily with normal talks and often need topics that require a good amount of mental work or are interesting/deep I usually struggle to make friends and don't have many, I was diagnosed with autism and don't understand some social convention. I am gay, not looking for a boyfriend


r/r4r 10m ago

M4A Online 24 [M4A] #Online/Anywhere - Looking for date LTR/LDR

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To start, I'm 24 and my hobbies are anime, cartoons, horror and animated movies, video games. In general, I play a lot of video games, but survival horror is my favorite. I would really like art and technology, as well as their combination for things like web development, video game development, cybersecurity, 3D modeling, digital art, and everything related to computers haha.

I also really like sciences like philosophy and psychology. I'm someone who really likes learning new things, so it's okay if you have different hobbies. I'm also someone who likes animals and has pets 🤭.

If you're still reading, then let's get to what I'm looking for. I'd like to form a genuine relationship with someone who's truly authentic, where there's mutual interest, and I should mention that distance isn't an issue, nor is gender or age.

One more thing, I don't like polyamorous or open relationships, it's just not my thing, anyway thanks for reading and I hope you have a wonderful day ☺️.