Reddit blocks the Internet Archive from crawling its data - here's why

Reddit has blocked the Internet Archive from crawling its data, citing concerns over "backdoor data harvesting." The platform claims that the Internet Archive was accessing Reddit's data without permission, which is a violation of its terms of service. This move is part of Reddit's efforts to protect user privacy and prevent unauthorized data collection. The Internet Archive is a non-profit organization that aims to provide a digital library of the internet, preserving web pages and other online content. However, Reddit argues that the Internet Archive's actions were not aligned with its mission and were causing issues for the platform. While the Internet Archive has expressed disappointment over the decision, Reddit maintains that it has a responsibility to its users to ensure their data is protected and used in accordance with their consent. This conflict highlights the ongoing debate between the preservation of online information and the protection of user privacy in the digital age.