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Warning: scraping my content for AI training

Started by send_help_please_23 · Feb 8, 2026 · 1,737 views · 13 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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send_help_please_23 OP

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

scraping my content for AI training. I've been dealing with this for about 7 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves content I created over the past 30 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?

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startuplife_13

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The trap most people fall into is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.

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matt_k_real_32

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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totally_not_spam_17

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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two_cents_here_24

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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jchen92_13

Classic scenario honestly.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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broke_but_hopeful_4

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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commuter_life_17

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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Emily_S_10

This happened to my coworker too.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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TL_Moderator Moderator

Tbh i specialize in this area of law. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The legal framework here involves both federal and state law. At the federal level, 17 U.S.C. § 106. Your state may provide additional protections.

The practical consideration here is cost vs. potential recovery. For disputes under $10K, small claims court is often the best route.

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desperate_times_etc_22

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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plea_bargain_bob_2

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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samantha_r_10

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

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adulting_is_hard_12

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.