From June 12th-14th, r/cybersecurity will go private to protest Reddit’s API changes & killing 3rd party apps

Title: r/cybersecurity to Go Private: A Stand Against Reddit’s API Changes

In a significant move reflective of growing community concerns, the r/cybersecurity subreddit has announced its decision to temporarily go private. This action is set to take place from June 12th to June 14th and is aimed at protesting Reddit’s recent API modifications, which have impacted third-party applications.

After carefully considering community feedback received through various channels, including a recent post, it is clear that many members feel strongly about the necessity for Reddit to reconsider its new policies regarding third-party app accessibility and API usage.

Should Reddit fail to modify these changes, the r/cybersecurity community will proceed with a 48-hour blackout, during which the subreddit will be inaccessible to new users and those who are not logged in. This blackout serves as a rallying cry for users to demonstrate their discontent. We encourage everyone not to visit Reddit during this period. The future actions of the subreddit will be determined by community input; whether it leads to an extension of the blackout or alternative forms of protest is entirely up to you.

During the blackout, we are exploring various options. Community members are invited to suggest ideas such as restricting new posts and comments, introducing members to alternative platforms like Mastodon, Lemmy, or Bluesky, or establishing a general discussion thread. Your voice is crucial in shaping the direction of our response.

This move comes in the wake of uncertainty regarding Reddit’s willingness to reverse their recent decisions. While we hope for a positive outcome, there remains the possibility of further challenges, which could include the removal of moderators or mandatory public status for subreddits. Regardless of the outcome, it has been a privilege to serve this community.

For those interested in learning more about the situation and its implications, we have gathered a collection of resources: