r/Cybersecurity Goes Dark: A Call to Action Against Reddit’s API Changes
From June 12th to 14th, the r/cybersecurity community will temporarily close its doors to visitors as part of a unified protest against Reddit’s recent alterations to its API policies, which threaten the existence of third-party applications.
In light of the overwhelming response we’ve gathered through community feedback and modmail communications, it’s clear that the majority of you feel strongly about urging Reddit to reconsider its stance on these changes. If the platform does not reverse or amend its decision, r/cybersecurity will take a stand by participating in a 48-hour blackout.
During this blackout period, the subreddit will be inaccessible to both new members and users without authentication. We encourage all community members to refrain from visiting Reddit altogether during this time. It’s essential that we show our solidarity on this matter. As for the future of this protest, we’re eager to hear your thoughts on how we should proceed—whether that means extending our actions or exploring other alternatives.
We understand that Reddit may respond in various ways, whether it’s to acknowledge our concerns and restore trust or to escalate the situation. Regardless of the outcome, it has been a privilege to serve this community.
What You Can Do
If you have suggestions for how we can utilize the blackout period effectively—such as restricting new posts and comments, introducing alternatives like Mastodon or Bluesky, or creating discussion threads—please share your ideas in the comments below.
Additional Resources
For those seeking to understand the situation better, here are some informative links:
– A concise infographic detailing the implications of the API changes
– A call to action against the API policy changes
– An open letter addressing the impact of API pricing on communities
– A list of participating subreddits joining the blackout
Together, let’s advocate for a platform that respects the communities it serves. Thank you
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If you’re experiencing issues with the r/cybersecurity subreddit being temporarily unavailable during the blackout, this is expected behavior due to the planned community action. During the specified blackout period from June 12th to 14th, the subreddit will be inaccessible to all users.
If you need access or want to stay informed, consider following updates on other official channels or alternative platforms like Mastodon or Bluesky, which community members may be exploring as communication channels during this time. Additionally, staying in touch through modmail or official announcements can help you keep track of any changes or extensions to the blackout event.
Ensure your browser cache is cleared or try accessing via different browsers or devices if you encounter persistent access issues after the blackout period ends. If you suspect any technical issues beyond the planned outage, feel free to provide more details so we can assist further.