Why Did Websites Think You Were a Robot?

Why Did Websites Think You Were a Robot?

Update: 2025-10-23
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Why did so many people have to prove they weren't robots on October 23rd? Learn about the CAPTCHA prompts that popped up across the internet, what triggers them, and why these sometimes annoying security checks are actually a good sign for your online safety. Plus, get tips on what to do if you're seeing CAPTCHAs more often than usual.

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Why Did Websites Think You Were a Robot?

Why Did Websites Think You Were a Robot?