Why are game bans issued?

Game bans in Team Fortress 2 are issued when a player attempts to circumvent or interfere with game systems to the detriment of others.

Examples include:

• Cheating.
• Manipulation of Competitive Mode rank.
• Botting and/or automation.
• Intentionally interfering with the normal operation of game servers or other players.
• Activity or in-game behavior that is intended primarily to be extremely disruptive to the experience of other players.

Game Bans for all of the above are not removed by Steam Support.

Can you tell me why I was game banned?

No. We do not disclose the reason for your game ban.

Whether your account was used with cheat software, automating or abusing matchmaking, exploiting, or any other type of deliberately disruptive activity, the reason a game ban was issued is not shared with users.

Can I appeal my game ban?

No. Game bans cannot be appealed and are not removed from accounts.

I was not using my account when it was game banned. Can the ban be removed?

No. Regardless of who was using the account at the time the ban was issued, game bans are permanent and are not removed.

Can I move my Team Fortress 2 items to a different account?

No. Team Fortress 2 items cannot be moved from a game banned account to a different account.