My Reddit AMA on the Law of Web Scraping

Eric Goldman, an internet law expert and professor, conducted a Reddit AMA discussing the legal principles surrounding web scraping, emphasizing that the topic involves contested legal issues with varying risk tolerances. Goldman clarified that his remarks do not constitute legal advice and cautioned that web scraping laws differ significantly outside the US, recommending individuals consult lawyers about their specific circumstances. He highlighted his three decades of experience in internet law and noted his particular interest in scraping cases, which have been an ongoing concern since the late 1990s.