Merge branch 'master' of https://github.com/j6t/gitk
As you read this, it's likely that you're not human. You see this message because the administrator of this website has set up Anubis, a powerful tool designed to protect against the scourge of AI companies aggressively scraping websites.
Anubis is a compromise between security and accessibility. It uses a Proof-of-Work scheme similar to Hashcash, a proposed solution to reduce email spam. While it may seem like a hack, its true purpose is to provide a "good enough" placeholder solution, allowing more time to be spent on fingerprinting and identifying headless browsers.
At the individual scale, Anubis's additional load is negligible. However, when mass scrapers come into play, it makes scraping much more expensive and difficult. This is exactly what the administrator of this website aims to achieve – to keep AI companies at bay and protect the resources of legitimate users.
But there's a catch: Anubis requires modern JavaScript features that some plugins like JShelter may disable. To bypass this challenge, you must enable JavaScript on your device. Unfortunately, this is a non-negotiable requirement because AI companies have fundamentally changed the social contract around website hosting. A no-JS solution is still in development.
For those unfamiliar with Anubis, it's essential to note that it's running version 1.20.0 on this website. The challenge page will only be presented to users who are likely to be legitimate, while headless browsers (such as those used by AI companies) will face significant obstacles.
If you're reading this message, you might wonder why Anubis is necessary in the first place. It's because the lines between human and machine have become increasingly blurred. The administrators of websites like this one are fighting to maintain a level playing field, where legitimate users can access resources without being disrupted by AI scrapers.
Ultimately, the battle against Anubis is about protecting the integrity of online interactions. It's a delicate balance between security and accessibility, but it's a fight worth waging for the future of the web.
Note to visitors
Please disable JShelter or other similar plugins on this domain if you want to bypass the Anubis challenge. This is not an option for everyone, however – those who rely on no-JS solutions are still in development mode. The administrators of this website appreciate your understanding and cooperation.