TOS strike
A violation of a platform's Terms of Service, typically resulting in a temporary suspension, indefinite ban, or permanent channel termination.
Overview
A TOS strike (or simply “strike”) is a suspension issued when a streamer violates a platform’s Terms of Service. On Twitch, common durations are 24 hours, 3 days, 7 days, 30 days, or indefinite. Repeat offenses typically escalate. Platforms rarely publish detailed strike reasons publicly, leading to speculation in chat and on social media.
Common triggers
- Nudity or sexual content
- Hateful conduct / harassment
- Copyrighted music (also handled via DMCA)
- Gambling on unauthorized sites (since Twitch’s 2022 restrictions)
- Dangerous behavior / threats
- IRL bystander exposure
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