![]() The official post from an administrator of the site goes into lengthy detail about the change, but the response in the replies are overwhelmingly negative. Reddit has announced that it will now be charging for access to this API, and the result is the ongoing "Reddit Blackout." This isn't the first time a subreddit has shut down as the result of a Reddit policy protest. Up until 2023, the API for the website has been free to access, which is great for the independent communities that use the API to do things like assist in moderation or add accessibility features for users who have trouble with Reddit's first-party app. For those without programming knowledge, API (Application Programming Interface) is essential code for a program that can be used by any developer who has access to connect the program that uses the API to something else. The controversy was sparked by an announcement on April 18th concerning a change to Reddit's policy about its API. RELATED: Talented Reddit User Recreates Star Wars Trench Run with LEGO Users of Reddit are passionate about the site, sometimes to a concerning extent, which is why it may be surprising to some that many users are threatening to leave the site en masse right now. It's a major hub for all interests, but especially for gaming as many of Reddit's gaming subreddits are the most popular on the platform. Reddit is one of the most popular places on the internet for people to gather and discuss various interests, niches, and virtually anything else imaginable. Many subreddits, including some of Reddit's most popular gaming communities, are going private and blocking new posts as a demonstration against the new policy. ![]() A new Reddit update is sparking mass protests from users and moderators belonging to communities across the popular social media platform.
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