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Fingerprinting browser-impersonating bots w/o JavaScript (open spec)
Hacker NewsFingerprinting browser-impersonating bots w/o JavaScript (open spec)
I've published an open specification for a detection method I'm calling RQ4 (Request Context Fingerprinting). It analyzes whether HTTP request headers are logically consistent with real browser behavior - not just what headers are present, but whether they make sense together given the request context.
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Product HuntOn track for Day 1 leaderboard · Strong signals: context, open · Missing: mac, agents, macos82%82% predicted probability of success on Product Hunt, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
best fitHighest predicted score across all platforms for this description.
Indie HackersFits the IH revenue-focused audience · Missing: supports, reddit linkedin, podcasting53%53% predicted probability of success on Indie Hackers, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
Hacker NewsStrong engagement from HN community · Strong signals: io · Missing: https docs, excited, just released50%50% predicted probability of success on Hacker News, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
nativeThis product was originally launched on this platform.
AppSumoMay struggle as an AppSumo deal · Missing: plus, platform, intuitive36%36% predicted probability of success on AppSumo, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
TrustMRRLess likely to generate early MRR · Missing: mobile apps, ios, personal35%35% predicted probability of success on TrustMRR, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
BetaListMay not resonate with beta-testers · Missing: web3, chat, crypto24%24% predicted probability of success on BetaList, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
Acquire.comPre-revenue stage for this audience · Missing: arr, mrr, revenue15%15% predicted probability of success on Acquire.com, based on ML models trained on real launch data.
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