Reddit Blackout Aftermath: Here’s What the Data Shows — Insights in a Minute

Reddit traffic plummeted during the 48-hour blackout when over 8,000 subreddits protested API changes and site fees.

During the blackout on June 12 and June 13, Reddit experienced a significant decline in website traffic. More than 8,000 subreddit communities joined forces in protest, resulting in a massive drop of over 5 million daily visits. Furthermore, the visit duration recorded during these two days was the lowest the platform has seen in three years.

The protest was primarily triggered by upcoming API changes and the introduction of site fees. Reddit CEO, Steve Huffman, defended these policies, highlighting their necessity to secure revenue from AI engines like ChatGPT which utilize Reddit's content to provide quick answers, effectively bypassing the need for users to search through community forums.

In addition to the protest, Reddit faces a concerning long-term trend of declining web traffic, which has persisted since mid-2021. The company now grapples with the challenge of exploring new revenue sources without compromising the invaluable contributions of its community. These contributions are what have made Reddit the thriving platform it is today and were instrumental in achieving the company's long-planned IPO.

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