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Does Xbox have region lock?

The Xbox and the Xbox 360 are region-locked, but some games are region-free and will play in any region. Digital content through Xbox Live on the Xbox 360 and original Xbox are also region-locked, such as DLC, movies, and apps.
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Does Xbox One have region lock?

Short answer: the Xbox One is region-free for games, but it is region locked for Blu-rays and DVDs. In the following part, we'll explain more details and discuss how to change region on Xbox One and whether it is possible to make Xbox One region free for DVDs and Blu-rays.
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How do you get around region lock on Xbox?

Go to Profile & System > Settings > System > Language & location. Select your desired location from the “Location” list. Select “Restart now” to apply the changes and reboot the console. After the console reboots, open the Microsoft Store page, and it should load the Store based on your console's new location.
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Can I change my Xbox region?

Step 3: Change your country/region on your console

Sign in to your Xbox console. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > System > Language & location.
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Can I change my region back on Xbox?

Here's how to do it: Sign in to your Xbox One console. Press the Xbox button to open the guide. Select System > Settings > System > Language & location.
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Can you get banned for buying Xbox games from different regions?

Yes, you would be putting yourself at risk for being banned by changing your region to purchase something that is not available in your own.
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Can I buy Xbox games from another region?

Since the Xbox is region-free, everything is compatible! And by the way, no one we know of has ever been banned from buying abroad if you really only use prepaid gift cards.
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Does your region need to match Xbox?

If you have moved to a different country, you will need to match your console region to the country you are situated within to access the correct Microsoft store. If you are temporarily within a different region than your console's, you will need to change the region for your console to match your temporary location.
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What Xbox games are region locked?

Are Xbox One games region locked? The Xbox One console itself is region-free. Any game from any region can be played on any console.
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Can an Xbox be permanently banned?

Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox.
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Will I get banned if I buy a banned Xbox console second hand?

This is taken directly from the xbox enforcement website: Can I still be banned if I purchased an Xbox console second-hand? Yes. The warranty on a second-hand Xbox console is void, and the purchaser assumes the risk for any previous modifications or unauthorized activity.
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Can I gift a Xbox game to someone in another country?

The code was purchased in a different region and cannot be redeemed”—this means that givers and recipients must always be in the same country or region. If not, you can return the item for a refund.
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Can I buy my Canadian friend a game on Xbox?

No, they are different regions and games are sold by specific region to be used in that region.
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How many bans until Xbox is permanent?

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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What is the longest ban on Xbox?

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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Can a console ban be lifted?

What if I purchased a banned Xbox console secondhand? When a console is sold or given away, it doesn't change the status of its existing device ban. Even if the ownership changes and the console is reset to factory settings, the device ban is still there and can't be lifted.
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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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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 do you get banned for swearing on Xbox one?

Users who swear in videos they upload using the Xbox One's Upload Studio are being handed 24-hour bans from the application. "We take code of conduct moderation via Upload Studio very seriously," a Microsoft spokesperson told CVG.
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How many reports do you need 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. Xbox customer support can help you there.
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How do you know if someone reported you on Xbox?

Notification on the Xbox console

You'll receive a notification about your enforcement action when you try to sign in to the Xbox network on your console. This message displays the type of enforcement action that was issued as well as how long the action will last.
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Can you get banned for refunding on Xbox?

Abuse of the refund policy or Xbox Support to gain unauthorized refunds is fraud. It's for this reason that attempting to circumvent the refund policy is strictly prohibited and can lead to enforcement action.
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Is taking Xbox accounts illegal?

Account theft

Buying, selling, sharing, borrowing, or trading Microsoft accounts is a violation of the Microsoft Services Agreement and the Community Standards for Xbox.
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Would I get an email from Xbox if I got banned?

An email message is automatically sent to the Microsoft account that's associated with your Xbox profile. In this email, you'll get a general notification that an enforcement action was issued with links to more info.
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