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Maintaining a Twitter account within the bounds of its evolving rules and policies can be quite challenging, as suspensions can occur for various reasons. The duration of a suspension depends on the violation, but typically, it lasts no more than 48 hours. There are methods to recover your account; read on to learn more about Twitter suspensions and the recovery process.
Regarding the possibility of your account being deleted, once a report is filed, it’s up to Twitter to decide. If they determine that the suspension was justified due to a serious policy violation, you might lose your account permanently.
To safeguard against permanent loss, it’s crucial to back up your account regularly. Fortunately, twtData offers the opportunity to back up your Twitter followers, export your following list, and most importantly, your tweets. This can be done on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis, ensuring your valuable data remains under your control.
How Long Does a Twitter Suspension Last?
The duration of a Twitter suspension varies based on the type of violation. On average, minor policy violations result in a 48-hour suspension. During this time, Twitter reviews your account, including phone number and verification information.
For more severe violations, suspensions can last longer. For instance, read-only mode suspensions typically range from 12 hours to a maximum of 7 days, depending on the seriousness of the violation. Suspensions requiring email or phone number verification last until the challenge is completed.
However, for the most serious policy violations, a permanent suspension is likely. The duration and potential account reinstatement depend on Twitter’s response to the appeal you file.
There are two primary methods to recover your Twitter account: verification and filing an appeal.
This method is the quickest and works for minor violations. Log into your account and look for prompts to verify your phone number or confirm your email address. Providing either of these pieces of information should help you regain access to your account. This method is effective for mild suspensions, like read-only mode.
If the verification method fails, you can file an appeal. If you believe Twitter made a mistake in permanently suspending your account, use this link to file a report: Twitter Suspension Appeal Form. If your appeal presents a strong case and Twitter agrees, you’ll receive an email stating that your account has been successfully unsuspended. It may take a few hours for everything to return to normal, such as follower and following counts. If your appeal is denied, unfortunately, your suspension becomes permanent, and you won’t be able to create new accounts. Twitter takes privacy violations seriously, so exercise caution with your tweets.
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