Important Announcement: r/cybersecurity Goes Private in Protest of Reddit’s API Decisions

From June 12th to 14th, the r/cybersecurity community will temporarily transition to a private forum in response to Reddit’s recent changes to its API, which have adversely affected third-party applications.

We have carefully reviewed the community’s feedback, and it’s clear that a significant majority feel strongly about the need for Reddit to reconsider its stance on restricting third-party app accessibility. As a result, if Reddit does not revise its current API policies, r/cybersecurity will participate in a 48-hour blackout beginning on June 12th.

During this blackout, our subreddit will be off-limits to new users and those who are not logged in. We encourage all members to refrain from visiting Reddit during this period. Additionally, we are open to suggestions regarding possible actions to take during the blackout. These could include limiting new posts or comments, introducing alternative platforms such as Mastodon, Lemmy, or Bluesky, or creating a general discussion thread to share thoughts and ideas.

There’s a possibility that Reddit may either reconsider its position or implement further restrictive measures, including the removal of moderators or maintaining the subreddit as a public entity despite our protests. Regardless of the outcome, we cherish our role in this community and are committed to advocating for our members.

For further details on this situation and its implications, we encourage you to check out the following resources:

• Concise Infographic from r/videos
• Discussion on the impact of Reddit’s API changes
• Open Letter Concerning API Pricing and Third-Party Apps
• List of Major Reddit Communities Participating in the Blackout

Thank you for your support and engagement as we navigate this critical juncture together. Your voices matter, and we appreciate your participation in this collective effort.