Enforcement Framework

When content or behavior violates our policies, we follow a structured, graduated process. Every enforcement decision is logged, reviewable, and appealable.

Last updated: February 2026

Enforcement Tiers

We use a four-tier system. More severe violations start at higher tiers. Context, intent, and history are considered in every decision.

Tier 1: Warning

Content is removed. The creator receives a notice explaining the violation. No strike is issued. Account features remain fully available.

Tier 2: Strike

Content is removed. A strike is added to the account. Monetization may be paused. The creator can appeal within 30 days.

Tier 3: Temporary Suspension

Three active strikes trigger a 7–30 day suspension. Upload, comment, live-stream, and Shop access is revoked. Monetization is paused.

Tier 4: Permanent Ban

Reserved for: CSAM, terrorism, credible violence threats, repeated severe violations. Account is permanently removed. A final appeal is available within 30 days.

How Violations Are Detected

1 User reports or automated detection flags content
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2 Case enters the moderation queue with priority scoring
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3 Human moderator reviews the case with full context
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4 Decision: no violation, warning, strike, suspension, or ban
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5 Creator is notified and can appeal if they disagree

Strike Lifecycle

  • Active period: Strikes remain active for 90 days from the date of issuance.
  • Expiration: After 90 days with no new violations, a strike is automatically deactivated.
  • Accumulation: If three strikes are active simultaneously, temporary suspension is triggered.
  • Reset on appeal: If an appeal is approved, the strike is removed immediately.

Immediate Actions (No Warning)

Certain violations bypass the warning tier entirely due to their severity:

  • Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) — Immediate permanent ban + law enforcement referral
  • Terrorist content — Immediate removal + potential ban
  • Credible violence threats — Immediate removal + law enforcement referral
  • Non-consensual intimate imagery — Immediate removal + strike
  • Doxxing with imminent risk — Immediate removal + strike

Enforcement on Live Content

Live streams are subject to real-time enforcement:

  • Policy violations can result in the live stream being terminated immediately.
  • A strike is issued for the violation that caused termination.
  • Repeat live-stream violations may result in permanent revocation of live-streaming privileges.

Creator Enforcement History

Every creator can see their full enforcement record in their Creator Dashboard:

  • Active and expired strikes with dates and reasons
  • Content removal history with specific policy citations
  • Appeal history with decisions and timelines
  • Account standing (good, warning, restricted)
  • Monetization eligibility status
Disagree with a decision? Every enforcement action is appealable within 30 days. See our Appeals System.