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Reddit tightens access to Old Reddit for inactive users

Original: > Reddit is putting more limits on Old.Reddit.com https:// arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/0 9/reddit-will-block-old-reddit

Reddit is restricting Old.Reddit.com, its legacy desktop interface, so that people who have not used it in six months can no longer access it. Users and commentators read the move as a step toward eventually shutting down the old interface altogether, which long-time users rely on as a lighter, less intrusive alternative to the modern site. Many are voicing frustration about losing the classic experience.

Why now: Long-time Reddit users fear the classic interface they prefer is being phased out.

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• > Reddit is putting more limits on Old.Reddit.com https:// arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/0 9/reddit-will-block-old-reddit-com-from-people-who-havent-used-it-in-6-months/ The signs are there; they are going to shut down OR eventually. I had a Reddit account once, but between… · bloodravenlib@mas.to · 2

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