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What Happened to ao3 beta?

Overview

Archive of Our Own (AO3), a popular fan fiction website, has officially exited its beta phase after 17 years. This long-awaited transition marks a significant milestone for the fan-created repository and its dedicated community.

What the News Says

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AO3 is finally out of beta after 17 years

The Verge
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Fan fiction website AO3 is finally coming out of beta

Engadget
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Fanfiction platform AO3 officially leaves beta phase after 17 years

NewsBytes

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