r/keybase
Keybase is for keeping everyone's chats and files safe, from families to communities to companies. Keybase offers an end-to-end encrypted…
How to think about r/keybase
The community focuses on discussions surrounding Keybase, a platform designed for secure communication and file sharing through end-to-end encryption. Members engage in topics related to cryptography, identity verification, and the functionalities of the Keybase system. The distinctiveness of this community lies in its emphasis on privacy and security, appealing to users who prioritize these aspects in their digital interactions.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community are typically tech-savvy individuals, including developers, cybersecurity enthusiasts, and privacy advocates. They range from casual users to professionals who value secure communication tools. The vibe is generally supportive, with members sharing knowledge and troubleshooting issues, while also being critical of inadequate security practices.
Posting culture
Posting etiquette in this community encourages informative and technical discussions. Content that provides insights into Keybase functionalities, security practices, or cryptographic concepts tends to thrive. Conversely, posts that appear overly promotional or lack substance may be downvoted. The community values detailed explanations and practical advice, leading to a culture of knowledge sharing.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should prioritize authenticity and value-driven content. Direct promotion is often met with skepticism, so brands should focus on contributing to discussions about security, encryption, and privacy. Sharing case studies, educational content, or participating in Q&A sessions can foster goodwill. Avoiding overt marketing tactics and instead providing genuine insights will resonate better with members.
Top keywords
What r/keybase talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/nrauhauser
- u/goldensage112
- u/Deep_Copy9053
- u/longsquirrel
- u/Sharp_Act9370
- u/gamecheet
- u/qx3ceo
- u/glclark951
- u/d00psy
- u/coreyroach
- u/cyrus_io
- u/SafeGardens
- u/thrawayww
- u/RincewindTVD
- u/willow-the-fairy
- u/churn_key
- u/Zerenity1
- u/svjness
- u/penguinz0fan
- u/frontalnugity
- u/rndinit0
- u/samin_yasar23
- u/thedonedeal
- u/wolf2d
- u/nalsubaie
- u/obavijest
- u/draeko_malfoy
- u/blacktyg3r
- u/AggravatingUmpire439
- u/IamJacksLackOf
- u/eggincbob
- u/nedarope
- u/PunkRa1n
- u/woofyer
- u/MilicoBR
- u/Accomplished-Log1676
- u/Eduardo3107
- u/GuyOthersome
- u/yettanotherrguyy
- u/DavidH1985
- u/iMogal
- u/kirkravo
- u/kendoor
- u/Character_Elk4456
- u/bash_wizard
- u/Z3ROCOOL22
- u/TARehman
- u/64bitfoo
- u/Formal-Vermicelli-54
- u/AshleyYakeley
- u/Training-Dark-9259
- u/nemoniac
- u/Yajnavalkya_of_Cerne
- u/Bmontythe3rd
- u/12yearvintage
- u/KUMTUN
- u/Snoo_47357
By votes
- u/longsquirrel
- u/Sharp_Act9370
- u/qx3ceo
- u/gamecheet
- u/nrauhauser
- u/glclark951
- u/cyrus_io
- u/RincewindTVD
- u/goldensage112
- u/d00psy
- u/coreyroach
- u/SafeGardens
- u/thrawayww
- u/willow-the-fairy
- u/churn_key
- u/Zerenity1
- u/svjness
- u/rndinit0
- u/penguinz0fan
- u/samin_yasar23
- u/thedonedeal
- u/wolf2d
- u/frontalnugity
- u/nalsubaie
- u/obavijest
- u/draeko_malfoy
- u/blacktyg3r
- u/AggravatingUmpire439
- u/IamJacksLackOf
- u/eggincbob
- u/nedarope
- u/PunkRa1n
- u/woofyer
- u/MilicoBR
- u/Accomplished-Log1676
- u/Eduardo3107
- u/GuyOthersome
- u/yettanotherrguyy
- u/DavidH1985
- u/iMogal
- u/kirkravo
- u/kendoor
- u/Character_Elk4456
- u/bash_wizard
- u/Z3ROCOOL22
- u/TARehman
- u/64bitfoo
- u/Formal-Vermicelli-54
- u/AshleyYakeley
- u/Deep_Copy9053
- u/Training-Dark-9259
- u/nemoniac
- u/Yajnavalkya_of_Cerne
- u/Bmontythe3rd
- u/12yearvintage
- u/KUMTUN
- u/Snoo_47357
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/BlueHatBrit
- u/gene_wood
- u/Potato2trader
- u/Xzenor
- u/no-names-here
- u/[deleted]
- u/somekool
- u/svjness
- u/Original_Waffles
- u/asaltandbuttering
- u/ThePowerOfDreams
- u/russdb
- u/lighthouse0
- u/frozensands
- u/qx3ceo
- u/Parsiuk
- u/saichampa
- u/wolf2d
- u/adi_dev
- u/mrk-w
- u/Xangker
- u/pretender230
- u/drukq
- u/artfulbodger80
- u/soundoftheunheard
- u/PaoloBain
- u/chewnks
- u/cristoper
- u/cyrus_io
- u/FortyTwoTowels
- u/ImLostInSpaceTime
- u/signofzeta
- u/d00psy
- u/myrianthi
- u/ibnunowshad
- u/coreyroach
- u/glclark951
- u/virtualadept
- u/Malanoray
- u/avengery
- u/Killer2600
- u/gellenburg
- u/botsniper
- u/codeartha
- u/atoponce
- u/Chongulator
- u/botrickbateman
- u/lordpake
- u/timbostu
- u/sakanakami
- u/ShadowD0nitz
- u/kg4zow
- u/wilsonmojo
- u/nalsubaie
- u/fishfacecakes
- u/tmtowtdi
- u/DangerousDrop
- u/zhynn
- u/mjgardner
- u/DrEagleTalon
- u/mcbelisle
- u/sargsauce
- u/mart-w
- u/MurderMachine561
- u/DRbrtsn60
- u/iOSh4cktiV8or
- u/kendoor
- u/artooro
- u/GingerBread216
- u/Low-Concentrate2162
- u/Magick93
- u/Carlidan1997
- u/StunningBank
By votes
- u/BlueHatBrit
- u/Xzenor
- u/no-names-here
- u/gene_wood
- u/Parsiuk
- u/[deleted]
- u/somekool
- u/botrickbateman
- u/gellenburg
- u/lordpake
- u/Potato2trader
- u/Original_Waffles
- u/pretender230
- u/glclark951
- u/svjness
- u/DangerousDrop
- u/asaltandbuttering
- u/soundoftheunheard
- u/saichampa
- u/ShadowD0nitz
- u/adi_dev
- u/drukq
- u/cristoper
- u/frozensands
- u/signofzeta
- u/coreyroach
- u/qx3ceo
- u/codeartha
- u/wilsonmojo
- u/zhynn
- u/wolf2d
- u/artooro
- u/mrk-w
- u/Xangker
- u/russdb
- u/lighthouse0
- u/PaoloBain
- u/cyrus_io
- u/FortyTwoTowels
- u/d00psy
- u/myrianthi
- u/timbostu
- u/sargsauce
- u/mart-w
- u/GingerBread216
- u/artfulbodger80
- u/chewnks
- u/ImLostInSpaceTime
- u/ibnunowshad
- u/virtualadept
- u/Malanoray
- u/avengery
- u/Killer2600
- u/botsniper
- u/atoponce
- u/Chongulator
- u/sakanakami
- u/kg4zow
- u/nalsubaie
- u/fishfacecakes
- u/tmtowtdi
- u/mjgardner
- u/DrEagleTalon
- u/mcbelisle
- u/MurderMachine561
- u/DRbrtsn60
- u/iOSh4cktiV8or
- u/kendoor
- u/Low-Concentrate2162
- u/Magick93
- u/Carlidan1997
- u/StunningBank
- u/ThePowerOfDreams
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FAQ
r/keybase — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/keybase have?
r/keybase has approximately 5,140 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/keybase created?
r/keybase was created on February 14, 2014 (12 years ago).
What is r/keybase about?
The community focuses on discussions surrounding Keybase, a platform designed for secure communication and file sharing through end-to-end encryption. Members engage in topics related to cryptography, identity verification, and the functionalities of the Keybase system. The distinctiveness of this community lies in its emphasis on privacy and security, appealing to users who…
What subreddits are similar to r/keybase?
Communities similar to r/keybase include r/gnupg, r/statusim, r/cryptomator, r/standardnotes, r/peertube.
Who are the most active posters on r/keybase?
The most frequent posters on r/keybase include u/nrauhauser, u/goldensage112, u/Deep_Copy9053.
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