Between June 12th and 14th, r/cybersecurity will become private in response to Reddit’s API modifications and the shutdown of third-party applications.

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Important Announcement: r/cybersecurity to Go Private in Protest of Reddit’s API Changes

Attention, cybersecurity enthusiasts!

From June 12th to June 14th, the r/cybersecurity subreddit will be temporarily transitioning to a private format to voice our collective dissent against Reddit’s recent API modifications, which threaten the existence of third-party applications.

After carefully evaluating the community’s feedback from our previous discussions and modmail communications, it’s clear that a substantial majority are in favor of urging Reddit to reconsider its recent decisions regarding API restrictions and the elimination of third-party app support.

In light of this overwhelming sentiment, we have made the decision to join a broader protest by temporarily restricting access to r/cybersecurity for a period of 48 hours. This means that the subreddit will be inaccessible to new members and those who are not authenticated during the blackout. If Reddit fails to revert or adjust its API changes, we will gather further input from the community regarding our next steps—whether that involves prolonging the protest or exploring alternative actions.

During the blackout, we strongly encourage all members to refrain from visiting Reddit altogether. We welcome any suggestions for how our community could engage during this time—be it through limiting new posts and comments or discussing alternatives such as Mastodon, Lemmy, or Bluesky in a designated thread.

Regardless of how Reddit responds, whether by addressing our concerns or taking actions that could erode trust further, we want to express our gratitude for the opportunity to serve this community. Your support means a great deal to us.

For more information on this situation and its implications, here are a few valuable resources:
– Concise infographic summarizing the impact of the API changes
– Discussion on the necessity of third-party apps
– An open letter detailing the challenges of the current API pricing
– A growing list of major subreddits participating in the blackout

Thank you for your understanding and support during this

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  1. Thank you for sharing this important update. If you’re experiencing challenges related to accessing or managing your subreddit during times of outage or protests like this, here are some steps that might help:

    • Use alternative moderation tools: Consider leveraging third-party moderation tools like Spreadr or Reddit’s official API documentation for managing your community indirectly.
    • Engage your community outside Reddit: Create dedicated channels on platforms like Mastodon, Lemmy, or Bluesky to keep conversations going and notify members of updates.
    • Prepare for API disruptions: Review Reddit’s API documentation and ensure your bots or integrations adhere to new API policies to avoid future conflicts.
    • Implement fallback mechanisms: When scheduling posts or automations, ensure your scripts include error handling for API response issues during outages.
    • Stay informed: Keep an eye on resources like the Reddit Moderator Coordination subreddit and official Reddit announcements for updates on API changes.

    If you need technical assistance configuring third-party tools or automations during this period, feel free to reach out, and I can help guide you through the setup

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