10 Questions
What action is required to gain programmatic access to FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov?
Complete a CAPTCHA and click 'Request Access'
How often do users need to repeat the access process for each IP address?
Approximately every three months
What is the reason for limiting programmatic access to FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov?
Aggressive automated scraping
If a user wants to request access for a broader IP range, what action should they take first?
Request access for the current IP and then use the 'Site Feedback' button
What is recommended for human users receiving the message regarding restricted access?
Complete CAPTCHA and click 'Request Access'
What is the purpose of completing the CAPTCHA (bot test) and clicking 'Request Access' as a human user?
To confirm that you are not an automated scraper.
How long are requests valid for after completing the CAPTCHA and clicking 'Request Access'?
Three months
If a user needs to access FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov programmatically, what action must they take?
Complete the CAPTCHA and click 'Request Access'.
What is the consequence if a user fails to complete the CAPTCHA and submit the access request?
They will not be able to access FederalRegister.gov & eCFR.gov.
How can a user request access for a broader IP range apart from their current IP?
First request access for their current IP, then utilize the 'Site Feedback' button.
Learn about the process of requesting programmatic access to FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov due to aggressive automated scraping. Understand the steps involved in completing CAPTCHA tests and submitting requests for access.
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