Reddit signals ominous upcoming "changes” for old.reddit.com
Reddit has announced plans to implement changes to the legacy 'old.reddit.com' interface, citing concerns over abusive scraping and spam. While no specific timeline was provided, the company indicated that the legacy site's days are numbered as they prioritize platform security.
Why it matters
The potential removal of the legacy interface affects a dedicated segment of the user base that prefers the original site's functionality over the modern design.
API changes too Reddit signals ominous upcoming “changes” for old.reddit.com Reddit says the beloved site is used for some “bad behavior.”
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Reddit has strayed from saying that it will shutter the website, which many long-time Redditors prefer for its layout, navigation, and fewer feed recommendations.
In a blog post today, Reddit made a vague statement about upcoming “changes” to Old Reddit:
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