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TIL about competitor copying my API

Started by amanda_c_27 · Sep 19, 2025 · 2,125 views · 11 replies
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amanda_c_27 OP

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

competitor copying my API. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves software/code I developed over the past 23 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?

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allison.m_2

Idk but i keep hearing about cases like this.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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quinn_t_5

I think half the threads here are about this exact issue.

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

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overtime_forever_34

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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jenny_2024_15

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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jenny_2024_10

I went through almost the exact same thing.

The magic words were "let me speak to your supervisor"/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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brandon.w_3

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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Emily_S_10

Literally had this conversation with my lawyer last month.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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cross_examination_19

Real talk: similar thing happened to me. The attorney I spoke with laid out options I didn't even know existed honestly.

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circumstantial_evidence_22

Following this thread — Subscribing to this thread. In a similar spot.

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average_joe_8

Every time I see a post like this...

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

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sarah.g_26

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.