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Why is PS4 account locked?

My Sony account is locked
"The maximum number of failed login attempts has been reached. Your account will be locked for 120 minutes to protect your security." After waiting 120 minutes, make sure the Caps Lock or Num Lock on your keyboard are not interfering with how you enter your password.
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Why is my PlayStation account locked for no reason?

PSN accounts get locked for a number of reasons, these include the user has attempted to log in too many times, the wrong password has been inputted, there's a hacker at work and the wrong email address is being used. These issues can be resolved by resetting your password or speaking to Sony support.
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Why is my PS4 account not working?

The most common reason for the sign-in error is that you input your username or password wrong. So, make sure your input the right username and password.
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How do I unlock my PS4 account?

  1. From the PS4 home screen, go to Settings > Account Management > Sign In.
  2. On the sign-in screen, press the triangle button, and then select Next. An email for changing your password is sent to the sign-in ID (email address) shown on this screen.
  3. Click the link in the email and enter a new password.
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Why is my PS4 account corrupted?

The corrupted data PS4 is also caused by the installation process of the game being interrupted. Factors of this issue include your internet connection, the device's storage capacity, incompatible games, and many more. Delete the game, don't worry as your saved data will be safe.
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How long does a ps4 account stay locked?

How do you fix a locked PS4 account?

Your account will be locked for 120 minutes to protect your security." After waiting 120 minutes, make sure the Caps Lock or Num Lock on your keyboard are not interfering with how you enter your password. Alternatively, just reset your password using the Forgot your password feature.
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How do I get rid of the PlayStation lock?

The locked symbol means a license for the game can't be found. If they are your owned games make sure to have your PS4 set as your primary PS4. If they are someone else's on your playstation, then just sign them in, start the game on their profile, then switch profiles.
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How long is the first ban on PSN?

So how long is my PlayStation account banned for? If your PlayStation account was banned by Sony, it can be banned anywhere from 7 days to indefinitely.
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Can I get my PlayStation account unbanned?

Can I appeal my PSN suspension? Every suspension on PlayStation Network is the result of a thorough investigation by PlayStation Safety staff. As a result, suspensions are final and cannot be appealed unless: You have been suspended for an account debt.
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Can PlayStation ban you for swearing?

While players may think it's appropriate to use profanity among friends or jokingly insult each other, there are consequences to posting offensive content or using offensive language on PSN. The PlayStation Network Code of Conduct applies whether or not the hate speech is directed toward a specific player or audience.
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What is a permanent ban on PS4?

Noun. permaban (plural permabans) (Internet slang) A permanent ban on a user. Anyone caught cheating on our game server will receive a permaban.
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What does the lock mean on PlayStation?

Padlock next to purchased contents

If you see a padlock icon next to your purchased content, please try the following steps: Download the content through your account and activate Console Sharing and Offline Play on your PS5 console. If you're trying to play on a PS4 console, activate the console as your primary PS4.
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Can PS4 be locked?

Select (Settings) > [Parental Controls/Family Management] > [PS4 System Restrictions]. These settings apply to all users on your PS4™ system. To prevent others from changing the settings, change the system restriction passcode.
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What is the meaning of jailbreak PS4?

Literally it means: break free from prison. And that is exactly what it does. It removes a part of the restrictions from Sony so that you can play pirated games etc. Please keep in mind tgat you should NEVER go online with a jailbroken console. Also jailbreak voids the warranty and jailbreaking is...
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Can I call PlayStation support?

Dial 1-800-345-7669 to call PlayStation for immediate assistance. Use any phone to dial the toll-free international number for PlayStation's customer support between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. PST so you can speak directly to a representative.
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Can u lock a Sony PS4 account so no one can enter it?

After you set a passcode, you'll have to enter it each time you sign into your PlayStation 4. You can change or remove the passcode by heading to Settings > Login Settings > Passcode Management and selecting either “Change Passcode” or “Delete.”
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How do I change my child's account to normal on PS4?

When a child member is eligible to upgrade to an adult account, they see a notification when signing in to PSN. They can then choose to follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade to an adult member or select Do This Later.
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How do I change my age on my minor PS4?

How to set parental controls for PS4 consoles online
  1. On your PS4™ console, go to Settings > Parental Controls/Family Management > Family Management. You may need to re-enter your account password.
  2. Select the child account you want to set restrictions for and select a feature to adjust.
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How do I reset my PS4 license?

How to restore PlayStation Store licenses
  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Restore Licenses.
  2. Select Restore.
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Is PS4 servers down?

All services are up and running.
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How long does being banned from PlayStation 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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What does perma blocked mean?

(Internet, slang) Permanently banned from using a web site.
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How do perma bans work?

When a permaban is issued, it renders that account locked and unplayable. In severe cases, or if the game doesn't require an account, the ban may block the player's IP address. It may be possible for a player to appeal the issuance of a permaban by contacting the company directly.
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What words are banned by PlayStation?

Sony has banned a number of words that it deems to be offensive from being used in the text chat facility of its Playstation Home community service. The offending words, which include "gay," "lesbian,"bi-sexual," "Christ," and "Jew" are amongst those that have been cut, reports the San Francisco Chronicle.
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Does PlayStation give warnings?

For minor offenses, we may issue a warning but for more serious offenses, we may suspend a player's account, restricting access to PlayStation Network and other online services until the suspension is over.
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