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Can Xbox suspend your account?

If you did something that violates the Microsoft Services Agreement, your account may have been suspended, or under extreme circumstances, your device may have been banned by the Xbox Live Policy & Enforcement Team. For more info, see Microsoft's Code of Conduct Explained for Xbox Live Customers.
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Why did Xbox suspend my account?

Reasons we may issue a device suspension

Online fraud, such as phishing, account theft, or other attempts to defraud Microsoft or other players.
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How long does Xbox suspend you for?

Suspensions are normally temporary and bans are permanent. Suspensions usually last from one to seven days; but staff can make them longer at their discretion (depending on the offense).
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How do I know if my Xbox account is suspended?

Message from Xbox

Note You can't sign in to the Xbox network to see this message if your profile has a suspension that was issued on the Xbox 360 or a permanent suspension. Instead, you're notified that the profile has been suspended from the service when you try to sign in to Xbox services.
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How many Xbox suspensions can you get?

There's no set number of suspensions that will lead to a permanent ban. You can get a permanent ban without having any prior suspensions. Or you can get 5 suspensions and then get a permanent ban.
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Are all Xbox bans permanent?

Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox.
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What does a permanent ban on Xbox look like?

A permanent ban blocks the affected profile from accessing the Xbox network and services. This means it can't connect to the network to redownload previous content or make new purchases.
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How do I get unbanned from Xbox suspension?

1-800-4my-xbox. They will be the quickest option to reach out to Xbox Account Support to help remove a suspension. Phone support doesn't handle suspensions. Only the enforcement team do.
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Can I make a new Xbox account after being banned?

If your previous accounts have been permanently banned you are able to create a new account an return. Just remember to follow the Code of Conduct and you will not have any trouble.
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How long until an Xbox account gets deleted?

As long as you don't delete your Microsoft account, your data will be retained for at least 12 months after you cancel your subscription, so you can start back where you left off.
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How many reports does it take to get banned on Xbox?

There is no exact number to have your account permanently banned. However if you just want to close your account and remove your games.
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Can you unban a Xbox console?

Console bans are permanent & can't be appealed. Forgive the question but I have a query about console bans. What functionality does the console retain?
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Does Xbox close inactive accounts?

Usually when an account is inactive for 5 years it is deleted. However, the gamer tag may not be released at that time. Also some people make accounts sign into Xbox.com and never play a game so the account is active.
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Does Xbox tell you who reported you?

Not at all. Your privacy and safety are important to us, and players will never know who reported them.
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Can Microsoft suspend your account?

To help protect your account from fraud or abuse, Microsoft temporarily locks accounts when unusual activity is noticed. To unlock your account, sign in to your Microsoft account and follow the instructions to get a security code.
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Can you reactivate an Xbox account?

Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in. You'll be asked to receive and enter a security code. After you enter the code, your account will be reopened, and your Xbox profile, along with all associated games, music, and video, will be available the next time you sign in to your console.
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How long is a normal Xbox ban?

http://enforcement.xbox.com should show you the length of your suspension. Generally suspensions go from 24 hours, to 7 days, to 14 days, and then permanent. Since it is a communication ban, then yes, you won't be able to communicate through your mic.
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How do I appeal a suspension on Xbox?

Choose an enforcement action to review more info about the cause and effect of the enforcement in the pop-up window. If the enforcement action qualifies for case review, you can select Submit an appeal to receive more info from Xbox Safety. After you've completed the form, select Submit.
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Do Xbox bans reset every year?

No they don't "reset".
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What is the longest Xbox ban ever?

He played the game with his console connected to Xbox Live, and quickly came to the attention of Microsoft. On September 2007, his gamertag and console account were banned until December 31, 9999, resulting in the longest ban from Xbox Live ever.
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What is the longest Xbox Live ban?

Forza's 8,000-year ban

That's what happened when the custom livery on a player's car in "Forza Horizon 5" earned them an 8,000 year ban. Assuming that their descendants still have an Xbox and a decent internet connection, they'll be able to play the game again after December 31, 9999.
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How long is the Xbox ban for a profile picture?

If Xbox discovers the presence of offensive imagery, the imagery is removed and your profile is temporarily prohibited from sharing additional imagery (typically for 24 hours). Repeat or egregious violations might result in lengthier suspensions.
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What is the difference between ban and suspended?

Suspension is most often used to describe short-term penalties that keep you out of the game for a set time, while ban typically refers to when an account is permanently barred from playing.
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Does Xbox have auto ban?

There is no automatic banning. If you have a good friend, and you are sending messages back and forth that others might find offensive, but you and your friend are just "cool" with how you talk to each other (for example just how rappers use the N-word to address each others), then nothing will happen.
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Who was banned from Xbox Live until 9999?

Hilarity from the offices of Xbox Live, as the users who obtained an illegal copy of Halo 3 have been banned forever. Well, scratch that … it's only until 12/31/9999. That's right, before the year 10,000, they can finally get back onto Live and jump right in on some Halo 3 deathmatch action.
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