You are suddenly faced with a deleted, blocked or suspended Tinder account and you wonder how to recover your access to the application ? Do not panic !
In this article, we guide you through the intricacies of Tinder suspensions and bans. Whether you're looking to understand how long a suspension lasts, why a ban is issued, or how to bypass a Tinder ban, we've got solutions!
Don't let this little obstacle prevent you from finding love online. Get ready to outwit the pitfalls and reclaim the world of swiping with confidence and serenity!
How do I know if my Tinder account is banned?
A suspended Tinder account is easily identifiable: As soon as you log into your account or open the app, Tinder displays a message informing you that your account has been banned.
If you believe your account was wrongly banned, you can contact Tinder customer support to request a review of your account.
They will give you information about why your account was banned and you can get your account back if you are able to prove that you did not violate Tinder's terms of service.
If you're not getting too many matches or messages anymore, don't worry: you haven't been banned! It's probably because your profile's popularity isn't at its best...
For this, we give you some little tips for make the best profile on tinder.
Why was my Tinder account suspended?
A Tinder account can be banned for a variety of reasons, including violating the terms of service and/or community guidelines.
It is important to note that Tinder's banning policy may vary by region and country. Additionally, the decision to ban an account is only made by Tinder's security team after an assessment of the user's activity.
Here are some examples of common reasons for a suspended account:
- Inappropriate behavior: If a user violates Tinder's rules of conduct by sending inappropriate messages, posting inappropriate photos, harassing or threatening other users, their account may be banned.
- Using fake accounts: If a user creates a fake account or uses an account that does not belong to them, their account may be banned.
- Fraud or spam: If a user engages in fraudulent activities, such as selling products or services, collecting personal data, sending spam, or promoting malicious links, their account may be banned.
- Use of non-compliant photos: If a user uses photos that do not comply with Tinder guidelines, such as photos containing nudity or images of minors, their account may be banned.
- Using third-party software: If a user uses third-party software (Auto Swipe, Tinder Premium Free, ...) to access Tinder, their account may be banned.
If a user believes that their account has been wrongly banned, they can always contact Tinder customer support to request an account review and find out the reasons why their account was banned.
What should I do if my Tinder account has been banned even though I have a subscription?
If you realize that your account has been banned, we advise you to cancel your subscription directly, this will save you from possible unnecessary payments.
In order to cancel your subscription, it is not necessary to log in to your account. Especially since if it is banned, it will be impossible for you to stop the Tinder Gold or Plus subscription as quickly as possible.
Don't worry : If you purchased a subscription using the credit card payment option directly on the Tinder.com website, your subscription will be automatically terminated.
However, if you have subscribed to a subscription using Apple Pay or your Google Play Store account, you will need to do something to cancel your subscription:
To cancel a subscription on your Apple
If your order number starts with “MK,” it means you made your purchase on the Tinder app for iOS and are being billed by Apple.
To cancel your subscription on your iPhone, please follow the instructions below:
- Open your iPhone's “Settings”,
- Tap your name, then tap “Subscriptions”,
- Select the subscription you wish to cancel,
- Tap “Cancel Subscription”.
To cancel a subscription on Android
If your order number starts with “GPA,” it means you made your purchase on the Tinder app for Android and are being billed through the Google Play Store.
To cancel your subscription on your Android phone, please follow the instructions below:
- Open the Google Play app,
- Tap the profile icon at the top right,
- Select “Payments and Subscriptions”, then “Subscriptions”,
- Choose the subscription you wish to cancel,
- Tap “Cancel Subscription”.
How do I recover my Tinder account?
Discover two effective methods to regain access to Tinder after being banned and reconnect with the adventure online dating at a glance:
Contact support
The first logical step is to contact support. In order to contact them, we advise you to go directly through the contact form on the site and on the application. Thanks to this form, Tinder customer support will respond to you as soon as possible.
We suggest you prepare arguments to justify the fact that you have not violated any violations and that there is no valid reason for this account suspension.
If you are aware that you have violated the Terms of Service or Community Rules, we invite you to try asking support to kindly reinstate your account. If they refuse, ask them to delete it and create a new one.
Create a new Tinder account
Creating a new Tinder account can be a way to use the dating app even if your account has been banned.
Please note that your new account may also be banned if you recreate the same profile you had before. To do this, you will need to follow some best practices:
- Create a new email address,
- Create a new Facebook account,
- Change IP address,
- Use private browsing,
- Change photos on your new account.
Try to take into account the reasons for your suspension on your old account so as not to repeat the same mistakes on the new profile.
How long can my Tinder account be suspended?
Being banned on Tinder is permanent, so there will be no way to get your account back if you have violated the rules and conditions set by Tinder.
If you believe the suspension was made in error, you can contact Tinder customer support to ask them to review your case. However, it is important to note that suspension decisions are final and there is no guarantee that your account will be reactivated.
How to get unbanned from Tinder?
To ensure your new account is not banned, simply read the terms of use and community rules established by Tinder in order to use the platform with complete peace of mind.
Here are the conditions and rules that you will have to respect:
- Be of legal age (and vaccinated!),
- Be respectful to other users,
- Have a real profile (your real identity),
- Do not impersonate anyone,
- Do not post works or writings that are subject to copyright (If it doesn't belong to you, don't post it!),
- Not to engage in hateful, threatening, sexually explicit or pornographic speech (including racist, intolerant, hateful speech or speech that encourages physical violence against a particular group or person),
- Do not have photos involving violence or nudity,
- Do not put your personal and confidential information on your profile,
- Do not canvass or commercially promote a brand,
- Have only one account,
- Don't let your account become inactive! (Tinder can delete your account if you don't log in to it for 2 years).
How long does Tinder keep your data?
Tinder keeps your data for a limited time in order to be consistent with the legislation in force.
The platform applies a security retention window of one year after an account is banned and three months after account deletion.
After this security retention window has passed, Tinder deletes your data and only retains limited information for specific purposes such as:
- Including transaction data for 10 years to comply with tax and accounting regulations
- “Traffic data” or logs for one year to comply with legal data retention obligations
- Archives of consents granted by members for five years to prove that the platform has complied with applicable laws
- Customer service records, supporting data, and imprecise download/purchase location data for five years to enforce their rights and allow them to defend themselves in the event of a claim
- Information about the existence of previous accounts and subscriptions, which will be deleted three years after the closure of the last account, to ensure the accuracy of financial forecasts and reports
- Profile data for one year in anticipation of potential litigation
Unbanning your suspended Tinder account: complicated, but possible!
Dealing with a suspended or banned Tinder account can seem frustrating and discouraging, but don't lose hope!
By exploring the different options presented, such as contacting Tinder support, creating a new account with different information or ensuring that you strictly respect the conditions of use of the application, you will be able to reconnect with the world of online dating.
So, take the necessary steps and rediscover the pleasures of Tinder, this time being more informed and ready to experience wonderful encounters!
FAQ
Can you email Tinder to get unbanned?
Yes, it is possible to send an email to the Tinder teams in order to recover your account if the teams judge that your account suspension is not legitimate.
To do this, simply go to the Tinder.com website or the app and go through the contact form, in order to chat with Tinder customer service.
How to get an unbanned number from Tinder?
In order to get an unbanned number on Tinder, we recommend that you use another number on your new account, which will prevent the platform from banning you when it recognizes your phone number.
If you don't want to change your phone number, we recommend using a phone number and SMS provider service. You will then be able to use these "disposable" numbers without having your account suspended.
Is it complicated to get unbanned from Tinder?
The difficulty of getting unbanned from Tinder depends on the reason for the ban and the method used to try to regain access to your account. Some reasons for banning, such as repeated reports from other users for inappropriate behavior, can make the process more complicated.
So basically you have to wait 1 year and 3 months before you can recreate an account?