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Reddit restricts Old Reddit access citing AI bots

Original: Reddit says it has to cut back access to ‘Old Reddit’ because of AI bots Reddit is further limiting who can use the "Old

Reddit says it is further limiting access to its legacy 'Old Reddit' interface, citing efforts to combat scraping and automated traffic from AI bots. The company has recently begun requiring users to log in before using the classic experience. Many long-time users rely on Old Reddit for its simpler design, and the tightening rules have sparked frustration among those who see it as another step toward restricting free access to the platform.

Why now: Users are upset that the fight against AI scraping is degrading their long-preferred classic interface

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• Reddit says it has to cut back access to ‘Old Reddit’ because of AI bots Reddit is further limiting who can use the "Old Reddit" experience as part of its efforts to combat scraping and automated traffic. Reddit recently started forcing users to log in to be able to use Old… · techwire@gamefan.net · 3

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