How to check shadow ban in Warzone — step-by-step guide

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Warzoneis a highly competitive game, and the developers are actively monitoring player behavior to ensure fair play.

Sometimes, players may be hit with a shadow ban—a subtle penalty that modifies or limits gameplay without any formal notification.

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If you suspect you’ve been penalized with this kind of ban, this ONE Esports guide can help you understand what it is, how to check if it’s happened to you, and what steps to take next.

What is a shadow ban?

A shadow ban is when your account is flagged for suspicious activity, such as cheating or violating the game’s terms of service.

Instead of being outright banned, you’re placed in lobbies with other shadow banned players where you’ll experience significantly increasing wait times and find it hard to find a match.

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Additionally, these lobbies are often filled with cheaters, creating a frustrating gameplay experience.

Another tell-tale sign is getting into a server that is far from your region, resulting in higher ping than usual.

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Warzone shadow ban check: A step-by-step guide

If you’ve verified that you’ve been penalized, here are the steps you can take:

To minimize the risk of being shadow banned in the future, avoid using any cheats, hacks, or exploits. Stick to fair play to ensure your account remains in good standing.

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Additionally, refrain from engaging in abusive or toxic behavior as it can also lead to reports and potential bans.

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