My Bluesky account has been suspended (maybe)
In any case, I can't get on it right now
Not sure if this is a troll-created problem using AI or plain old rightwing attacks or what?
Bluesky “Help Contact” got back to me immediately and says they are working on it. I hope so, as I have invested a lot of energy and time in Bluesky since last November to build up to the 37K+ followers I currently have.
On June 19, 2025 at 3:19:44 PM UTC, ttrueman1215@msn.com wrote:
I did not get any email from Bluesky informing me of a suspension of my account or giving me info on how to appeal it? So, I wonder if this suspension is for any cause or even from Bluesky. Please assist me in getting my account back up and running.
Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Support<support@bsky.app>
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Thu 6/19/2025 6:00 AM
You replied on Thu 6/19/2025 6:50 AM
Hello,
Thank you for contacting Bluesky Support!
We’ve received your inquiry and will get back to you as soon as possible.
Our team is reviewing your request to ensure it’s handled properly or communicated to the right department for resolution. While response times may vary depending on the volume of requests, we’re committed to addressing your concern as quickly as we can.
In the meantime, feel free to check out the latest updates on our Bluesky blog: https://bsky.social/about/blog
If you have any additional details or updates, just reply to this email, and we’ll add the information to your submitted ticket.
Thank you for your patience and for being a valued part of the Bluesky community!
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Update! I got an email from Bluesky explaining that my suspension is for cause and is for a 24 hour period. See below:
Hi there,
A Bluesky account you control (@ttrueman.bsky.social) has engaged in activity that violates our community guidelines for violent or threatening speech. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Threats of violence or physical harm: This includes threats or encouragement of violence against individuals, groups, institutions, or the general public.
• Incitement of self-harm or suicide: Content that encourages self-harm or suicide.
• Wishes of harm: Expressions of a desire for harm directed at a specific person or group.
In addition, users may not use Bluesky to break the law or cause harm to others. All users must be treated with respect.
As a result of these violations, your post has been taken down, and your account has been suspended for 24 hours.
We encourage you to review our guidelines and ensure that your future posts comply with our policies. Continued violations may result in further action, including longer suspensions or permanent account removal.
Thank you for doing your part to keep Bluesky a welcoming and empowering place for all users. If you have any questions or wish to appeal this decision, please email moderation@blueskyweb.xyz.
Bluesky Moderation Team
For those of you following me/us on Bluesky, apologies and please stay tuned.
Further and Final update on my suspension on Bluesky:
Terry Trueman
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Thu 6/19/2025 12:49 PM
I found an email from Bluesky explaining the reason for my 24-hour suspension, and I accept full responsibility and I accept this consequence. I look forward to returning to Bluesky after the 24-hour suspension is over, and I will be more careful not to let the passion of my feelings cloud my judgment in my postings.
I enjoy Bluesky tremendously and will be more careful in the future.
TT
Terry Trueman
From: Support <support@bsky.app>
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:03 AM
To: Ttrueman1215 <ttrueman1215@msn.com>
Subject: [Bluesky] Re: My account says suspended when I try to sign in? Please help me.
Hi there,
Thank you for reaching out to the Bluesky Support Team.
If you want to appeal the decision, you can do so from within the app using the appeal button. The moderation team will then email the address registered with your Bluesky account.
If you are unable to use the appeal button or have not received an email regarding the decision, please send an email to our moderation team at moderation@blueskyweb.xyz.
If you have other questions or concerns, feel free to reach out.
Regards!
Bluesky Customer Support
And here we have it. I’m suspended until late tonight. I won’t be posting on Bluesky until tomorrow morning.
TT