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New Participant
Nov 5, 2026 7:36 AM UTC
Question

my Instagram account has been disabled

Hello everyone,

I’m reaching out because my Instagram account was suddenly disabled, and I noticed that some of you have experienced a similar issue.

My Instagram username is @zhr_biscuit.

On November 5, 2026, while I was using Instagram normally, I was suddenly asked to verify my identity by entering my phone number and confirming a verification code. After that, Instagram requested a video selfie to confirm that I am a real person and not a bot.

I completed the video selfie verification and submitted my appeal. However, after approximately an hour, I received a notification stating that my account had been permanently disabled.

When I checked the explanation, Instagram only stated that its technology had detected activity that violated its Community Standards. No specific violation, post, comment, or activity was identified. It also stated that I could no longer request another review.

I have never intentionally violated Instagram’s Community Standards. I do not post hateful content, promote violence, impersonate anyone, or engage in spam or fraudulent activity. My account mainly contains personal interests, quotes, and videos.

I am extremely confused and disappointed because I believe this may have been an automated mistake.

I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has experienced the same situation, especially anyone who managed to recover their account after completing a video selfie verification.

I will attach screenshots of the verification request, the appeal confirmation, and the final disabling decision.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I genuinely hope we can find a solution .

 

3 replies

steve40
Honored Contributor
Nov 5, 2026 8:27 AM UTC

It’s gone. Deleted. Permanently. Unrecoverable. Unreviewable. You’re beating a dead horse.

 

New Participant
Nov 5, 2026 11:15 AM UTC

Thank you 

Maccyb123
Expert Contributor
Nov 5, 2026 9:30 AM UTC

You suddenly have had your account disabled and coincidentally, we suddenly don't care if your account is permanently disabled. This is a user only VR headset and AI glasses forum. Permanent means permanently, so you're not getting it back anyway.

 

Maccyb