What causes a console ban?

There are certain things, like hacking your Switch or pirating games, that'll result in a permanent console or account ban if Nintendo catches you. Other things, like using obscenities, will usually get you a temporary ban.
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How do people get console banned?

Repeated violations of the Xbox network Community Standards can result in your account getting permanently banned. Modding your Xbox system or attempting online fraud can lead to a device ban, which prevents all accounts on your console from connecting to the service.
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Why would Microsoft ban a console?

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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What causes permanent Xbox ban?

Another fishy thing is when I read the Xbox terms of service, Your account can only be permanently suspended if you have had multiple suspensions in a short period of time, or If you have been physically tampering with your xbox, or commuting online fraud.
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What does banned by console mean?

This means that no one can use the affected console or device to connect to the Xbox service, but your profile can be used elsewhere.
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How long is a console ban?

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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Can a ps5 console get banned?

For the most serious breaches, we may suspend your PlayStation console from accessing PlayStation Network.
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Can you get banned for no reason on Xbox?

Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox.
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How long does a Xbox ban last for?

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 you see who reported you on Xbox?

Your privacy and safety are important to us, and players will never know who reported them.
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Can Microsoft unban a console?

Console bans cannot be reversed. Submitting an appeal is the only possible way to have an account unbanned. If the enforcement team denied the appeal, there is nothing else that can be done.
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Is Microsoft shutting down Xbox?

But in a practical sense, it is very unlikely that Xbox will shut down entirely; the brand name still commands attention, after all. It is more likely that we'll see a shift in purpose—that perhaps Xbox will become a third-party developer, or it will focus more on selling Game Pass than selling consoles.
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What happens when an Xbox is banned?

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. Permanent bans are never issued lightly, and only occur after severe or repeated violations of the Community Standards for Xbox.
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Can a console ban be lifted?

It's not possible to have a console ban lifted.
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What happens if I buy a banned console?

The banned account can be bypassed with a new account but you lose your trophies and digital purchases from the previous account (unless those digital games are installed in your console). The banned console is worse, as anything through it is banned. Even new accounts.
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How do I know if my console is banned?

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.
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What is the longest Xbox ban ever?

On September 2007, his gamertag and console account were banned until December 31, 9999, resulting in the longest ban from Xbox Live ever. Some see this as unfair, due to the fact that the download was accidental and Scar probably didn't mean to do anything wrong.
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How do I get rid of my Xbox ban?

Depending on the enforcement action on your account, you can file an appeal by using the case review process. If the option is available, you'll see the option to do so from your enforcement history. This process is handled directly by Xbox Safety, and it's the only way to contact the team about enforcement issues.
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How many reports do you need to get banned on Xbox?

If a player receives numerous reports but hasn't broken any of our rules or policies, we won't issue an enforcement action against their profile. However, even one report can be enough to lead to an enforcement action if we determine our rules or policies weren't being followed."
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Is the Xbox ban exploit real?

Microsoft engineers have investigated the claim, and it's false.
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Does Xbox ban cheaters?

If Xbox determines that someone has engaged in other forms of tampering—such as saved game data or tenure modding—the offending player is banned permanently from the Xbox network.
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Do Xbox ban appeals work?

When reviewing the Decision and Summary of your appeal, you will find an explanation from Xbox about your case with more details on if the appeal was approved or denied. If your appeal is approved, your enforcement action is reversed, and any relevant restricted features are restored to your account.
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Can you sue PlayStation for banning you?

You can sue anyone at any time, the question is, would you win. unless you can demonstrate that PlayStation violated a protected class then no, you won't win. PlayStation/Sony don't even need a reason to ban you. They retain the unequivocal right to ban anyone at any time and suspend their services at any time.
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Can PlayStation ban your whole console?

If you breach these terms we may temporarily or permanently suspend your account. For the most serious breaches, we may suspend your PlayStation console from accessing PlayStation Network.
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Is WS 116331 5 a permanent ban?

If this error appears while using PlayStation™Network, your account may be temporarily suspended: Please check if you can sign in from another device such as a PC or mobile device. If you cannot sign in from another device, your account is suspended due to a violation of the terms of service.
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