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News Corp Australia blocks crawler bots with access restrictions
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2026-07-04 04:10   Technology   10

News Corp Australia blocks crawler bots with access restrictions

News Corp Australia has implemented measures to manage crawler bot traffic on its websites, resulting in some users being blocked.The article explains that if a user receives a message indicating they've been detected as a crawler bot, they should take specific steps to resolve the issue.

These steps include temporarily disabling AdBlockers, adding the site to allowed lists, ensuring JavaScript is enabled, and using the latest browser version.If problems persist, users are advised to contact [email protected] with their IP address and reference number.The notice includes the user's IP address (93.114.147.130) and reference number (0.d06d655f.1783127780.379aa157).

This measure highlights the publisher's efforts to control automated traffic while maintaining accessibility for legitimate readers and subscribers.The technical barriers emphasize the importance of browser compatibility and security settings in accessing news content.The incident underscores ongoing challenges in balancing automated data collection with user privacy and website management.

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