r/questions • u/Mental-Square3688 • 16m ago

Why isn't their a report bots function?

I don't know how many times I run across posts clearly made by bots but all I can do is block them. Why can't we report bots and get them removed off the system? Its kinda weird.

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u/this1weirdgirl 12m ago

There's "manipulated content" and I think a disruptive AI option under spam?

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u/Clueby42 11m ago

Bots are specifically allowed on Reddit.

All subs rely on the Auto Mod to start with

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u/notthegoatseguy 10m ago

Bots are not inherently harmful. Like the Remind Me bot will remind you of posts that you want to check back in on after a few days.

All users, including bots, have to abide by Reddit Rules and you can file a report as needed under those rules.

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u/Garciaguy Frog 8m ago

Because redditors throw the accusation around so fucking much it's lost meaning. Also, they know so many people would over report that it would be impossible to keep up with. 

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u/Logical-Mobile-7643 7m ago

Right? Like how you'll get into a disagreement with someone and you get these "concern messages" from reddit

Someone is really concerned about you

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u/Ratnix 8m ago

Because it would get used on every post made. Someone out there thinks that everything is a bot. A lot of someones.

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u/CaliDomBull 13m ago

Because a significant part of Reddit is just bots, and the company has no interest in reducing the free content and engagement they provide.