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What happens if your Xbox name gets reported?

What happens if someone reports me on Xbox? Replies (6)  The enforcement team investigates every complaint they receive and will only issue a suspension/ban if they determine you have done something to violate the code of conduct.
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What happens if someone reports your gamertag on Xbox?

If your gamertag is reported as offensive, the Enforcmeent team (XBLPET) will review the report; if your gamertag is offensive, you will be forced to have a new gamertag. Otherwise, you keep your current one.
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Does reporting someone on Xbox Live do anything?

Your reports alert us when other players aren't playing by the rules. If you see someone or something that's not following our policies, submit a report to let us know that there's a potential violation we need to investigate. By working together, we can protect the entire Xbox community.
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Can you get banned for an Xbox username?

Yes, violation of the terms of service can result in permanent console bans (which will prevent downloads for updating too). So please, don't be a douche to strangers on Xbox Live. What is your Xbox Live gamertag?
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How do you see who reported you on Xbox?

Not at all. Your privacy and safety are important to us, and players will never know who reported them.
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How many reports does it take to get banned from Xbox Live?

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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Why is my name not allowed on Xbox?

If the gamertag reports as not allowed it is only because it is blocked on the XBL side for a reason. This is likely due to illegal names (profanity etc), prior abuse with a banned account (spam, cheating), hacked account (closed for security), or that it is taken.
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Can you get sued for a gamertag?

He cannot sue you for your gamertag.
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What makes a gamertag not allowed?

In order for a Gamertag to be valid, it must be at least three characters long but no more than 12 characters long. They also cannot contain special characters, and must start with a letter. Consecutive spaces are also prohibited.
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Can police track an Xbox account?

On the other hand, police need a warrant to obtain data located on an Xbox or gaming console. This is because law enforcement generally needs a warrant to confiscate property. Once police have that property, it can be "searched."
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Can you get in trouble for false reporting on Xbox?

Can you get banned for false reporting on Xbox? Yes, violation of the terms of service can result in permanent console bans (which will prevent downloads for updating too).
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How long does it take for Xbox to ban someone?

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 long do Xbox suspensions last?

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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Do Xbox usernames expire?

Per the terms of service, if a person doesn't sign into their Xbox account for 5 years, the tag will be freed up.
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Is it illegal to sell Xbox Live accounts?

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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Can someone take my gamertag?

Can somebody else claim my gamertag from under me? No. There is no action required to keep your existing gamertag.
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Can I sell my Xbox gamertag?

Sorry, but accounts can not be sold. It's against the terms and conditions to sell accounts.
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Why does it cost $10 dollars to change gamertag?

They charge for Gamertag changes because of the change of records. They have FILES upon FILES with your name on it. Everytime you license transfer, buy anything, send a message, earn an achievment.
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What can get you Comm banned on Xbox?

Here are a few of the reasons that a device suspension or ban is issued:
  • Xbox console tampering, such as physically opening an Xbox console and modifying the hardware to play illegitimate or unauthorized software.
  • Online fraud, such as phishing, account theft, or other attempts to defraud Microsoft or other players.
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Why does my Xbox name have a hashtag?

It means, if someone chooses a name already taken, yes they can use it but with a hashtag-number stuck on the end. This number is discreet, like how Battle.net handles them on PC. Also note: your existing Gamertag is safe. You don't need to do anything to keep it the way it is and unique to you.
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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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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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Have I been reported on Xbox?

To learn more about your reputation, you can access your detailed six-month history here: https://enforcement.xbox.com/home/reputation. This page (sample below) provides a rolling six-month history of your reputation.
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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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