Patreon stops requesting AI bots to avoid scraping and begins blocking them

Patreon has changed its stance on AI bots scraping its platform. Previously it asked bots not to scrape content. The company now actively blocks such bots. The policy update reflects concerns over unauthorized data use. Patreon’s technical measures will detect and prevent bot access. Creators on the platform may see reduced unauthorized copying. The move signals growing tension between platforms and AI developers. Future monitoring will show impact on content availability.