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What will Xbox ban you for?

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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How long will Xbox ban you for?

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. Was this reply helpful?
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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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Can Xbox perma ban you?

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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Do you lose all your games if you get banned on Xbox?

When you get banned, you will lose all the digital content you have purchased over the lifetime of the account. Of course, you will have to buy another physical Xbox and another Xbox Live membership if you want to continue being in the community and continue playing games.
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Will Xbox LIVE Enforcement ban you for saying the F word? (Communication Ban Test)

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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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 I reverse my Xbox ban?

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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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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What is the longest bans in gaming?

The mayor of New York City, Fiorello LaGuardia, even went so far as to smash pinball machines during a press conference. Most bans were lifted by the early 1970s, but New York stood firm until 1976, which, at 34 years, makes it the longest ban in gaming history.
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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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What Gamertags are not allowed?

What is a valid Xbox Gamertag? 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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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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Does Xbox ban stolen consoles?

Microsoft refuses to ban a stolen console unless the police call "The Special Hotline" that Microsoft has.
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How long is a console ban?

This thread is locked. 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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Who is the oldest Xbox user?

According to Microsoft, "e" is the first Gamertag ever created on Xbox Live, having been created on August 13, 2002.
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Can we jail break the Xbox One?

Hence, you can't jailbreak other Xbox consoles like Xbox 360, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, or Xbox Series X with it. Besides, you should also note that the Xbox One must run the latest software update to use Booster Tools.
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Who hacked Xbox in 2011?

Xbox Underground was an international hacker group responsible for gaining unauthorized access to the computer network of Microsoft and its development partners, including Activision, Epic Games, and Valve, in order to obtain sensitive information relating to Xbox One and Xbox Live.
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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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Do Xbox bans reset every year?

No they don't "reset".
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Will Microsoft unban a console?

No, A console ban is permanent. Not even changing owners will lift a console ban.
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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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How do I check my Xbox ban history?

You need to look here http://enforcement.xbox.com this will tell you if you have been banned and how long for etc.
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Does reporting on Xbox do anything?

Xbox will review all reports and take any necessary action. Even if we determine that a reported activity doesn't require action, you'll never be penalized for submitting a report in good faith. Every report is important—even a single report will be enough to alert Xbox of potentially harmful behavior.
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