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How long does Microsoft ban you?

Generally suspensions go from 24 hours, to 7 days, to 14 days, and then permanent.
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How long do Xbox bans last?

Xbox 360 console suspensions are always permanent bans that affect the console's ability to access any online features and services. Other Xbox device suspensions (including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, or Windows devices) can be temporary or permanent, depending on the severity of the violation.
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How do I recover a banned Microsoft account?

To unblock your account, you'll need to reset your password. Enter the email address of the blocked account, then enter the characters you see on your screen and select Next. Enter the code generated by your authenticator app or select Use a different verification option to get a text message.
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How do I check how long my Xbox ban is?

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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Why would Microsoft ban my 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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Can Microsoft get your account back?

The recovery form is available at https://account.live.com/acsr. Collect as much information as you can about any Microsoft services you may have used with this account. The more information you can include when filling out the form, the better the chance you'll have of regaining access to your account.
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How long do I have to wait for my Microsoft account to be unblocked?

Note: If you recently verified your Microsoft account by entering a security code that you received as a text message, or if you shared a large number of files, the block will be removed within 24 hours.
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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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Do Xbox bans reset?

https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/family-onli... *Thank you in advance for contacting the community, I hope this can help you. Was this reply helpful? No they don't "reset".
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How long is Xbox ban for cursing?

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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Can Xbox permanently ban your account?

Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox. Because of the seriousness of these violations, and to keep other players safe, permanently banned profiles are blocked from accessing the Xbox network in any capacity.
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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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How do I appeal an Xbox ban?

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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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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Are game bans permanent?

Game Bans are used by game developers to address malicious behavior that falls outside of VAC detection. Game bans are determined by the game developer; they can range from single day bans to permanent bans.
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Are Xbox bans automatic?

Microsoft claims that, 99.99% of the time, it automatically bans ake accounts “as soon as they're created.” According to Microsoft, automation, “helps to find resolution sooner, reduce the need for human review, and further reduce the impact of toxic content on human moderators.”
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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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Can you get banned for abusing refunds 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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Can a console ban be lifted?

Will Microsoft unban a console? No, A console ban is permanent. Not even changing owners will lift a console ban.
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Is a console ban permanent?

You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. console bans a permanent, you need to contact seller and get a refund, there is no way to reverse a console ban regardless if you are the new owner or any other reason.
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How many attempts are there for Microsoft account?

Windows security baselines recommend configuring a threshold of 10 invalid sign-in attempts, which prevents accidental account lockouts and reduces the number of Help Desk calls, but doesn't prevent a DoS attack. Using this type of policy must be accompanied by a process to unlock locked accounts.
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What does Microsoft blocked mean?

What is "Microsoft Has Blocked The Computer"? Similar to "Microsoft Security Alert", "Suspicious Connection", "Firewall Breach Detected", and many others, "Microsoft Has Blocked The Computer" is a fake error message displayed by a deceptive website.
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Can you live chat with Microsoft support?

Select the product you need help with

Additional help is available if you need it, including live chat with a Microsoft specialist.
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