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00:00:00 – 00:13:33
The video discusses significant changes Reddit implemented on July 1, 2023, which substantially increased API access fees, effectively disabling many third-party applications like Relay and Boost. The speaker provides a workaround using the ReVanced Manager to patch the “rif is fun for Reddit” app by creating a client ID from a personal Reddit account. They give a detailed, step-by-step guide on setting up the redirect URI, creating the app on Reddit, and handling the necessary authentication processes. The procedure includes setting up files correctly within the device’s internal storage and obtaining the required APKs from trusted sources like APK Mirror and the official ReVanced GitHub page. Finally, the speaker offers instructions on patching and installing the APK, emphasizing that users may encounter a Google Play Protect warning, which they can safely ignore. Throughout, the speaker criticizes Reddit's high API fees as a tactic to suppress third-party applications but highlights that the patched version restores the application’s functionality.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses major changes implemented by Reddit on July 1, 2023, which effectively disabled most third-party applications due to high API access fees. While some accessibility-focused apps received exemptions, popular apps like Relay and Boost faced prohibitive costs. The speaker introduces a workaround using the ReVanced Manager to patch these apps by creating a client ID from a personal Reddit account, a process that is currently free and easy. The speaker has previously covered how to patch other Reddit apps, and in this segment, they provide a step-by-step guide to patch the Rif is fun for Reddit application, starting with creating a client ID via reddit.com/prefs/apps and filling in necessary details.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to set up the redirect URI for Reddit’s API to be “reddit is fun://auth” and ensures that the app is selected as an installed app, not a web app. The next steps include passing a CAPTCHA to confirm you are not a robot and clicking the create app button. After creating the app on Reddit, the speaker highlights copying a 22-character string, which may include letters, numbers, and symbols. This string is then pasted into a text file named “Reddit_client_ID_revanced.txt,” which must be saved in the root directory of the device’s internal storage. Additionally, the text file should not be placed in any folders like downloads or documents. Finally, the speaker recommends downloading the APK file for the “rif is fun for Reddit” application from APK Mirror as a trusted source.
00:06:00
In this segment, the video explains the steps for downloading and installing a patched APK file for the rif app. Key actions include uninstalling the existing rif app, exporting personal data, and downloading the new APK file and the Revanced Manager application from its official GitHub page. After granting necessary permissions to the Revanced Manager, users are instructed on how to sideload the APK file and use the app to manage installations. Finally, the video mentions that users can uninstall the Revanced Manager application once the patched APK is installed and operational.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the presenter walks through the steps to patch an APK file for the ‘rif is fun for Reddit’ application. First, they select the application, navigate to the storage button, and choose the downloaded APK file. They focus on ensuring only the OAuth client ID is changed, then tap ‘done’ and proceed with patching. If everything is done correctly, no error messages should appear, and the patching process will complete successfully. The patched APK can then be installed or exported to other devices, ensuring it is saved and shared without needing to repeat the patching process. A notice from Google Play Protect might appear, but since the user performed the patching, they know the changes are safe and can proceed with the installation.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the installation and usage of a newly patched version of the rif is fun application for Reddit. They express their disagreement with Reddit’s decision to put their API behind a paywall and criticize the high pricing, suggesting it aims to eliminate third-party apps. Despite this, the patched version allows users to operate the application as usual. The speaker also offers to help with issues related to the tutorial, though they can’t guarantee responses to all queries.