# Reddit to require all visitors to log in

Reddit will force everyone to log in before using the platform, according to The Verge. The change ends anonymous browsing and could reduce public access to discussions, affecting users, researchers, and search traffic.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/1022571/reddit-login-requirement-q3-2026-earnings) — 2026-10-29T16:07:00-04:00