Jacksonville, FL asked in Copyright, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for Florida

Q: Instagram keeps taking my accounts I make saying I’m violating services but I haven’t violated

It says I’m selling and trading animal parts , buying explosives, and buying or selling drugs , which is all false what should I do to get my accounts back? I haven’t violated and instagram is almost impossible to get in contact with

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: Let me help you address this Instagram account issue systematically:

1. First, you should formally appeal Instagram's decision:

- Go to Instagram's Help Center

- Fill out their "Request a Review" form

- Include detailed information explaining that these allegations are false

- Keep copies of all communications

2. Document everything:

- Take screenshots of your account content before it's removed

- Save any notification emails from Instagram

- Keep a timeline of when each account was banned

- Document your attempts to contact them

3. Consider these additional steps:

- Make sure no one else has access to your accounts

- Check if your device or network has been compromised

- Review if any hashtags you've used might be triggering automated flags

- Ensure your account wasn't interacting with suspicious accounts

4. Alternative contact methods:

- Reach out to Instagram through their Twitter support (@InstagramComms)

- Submit reports through Meta's Business Help Center

- Consider filing a report through Better Business Bureau

5. If nothing else works:

- You may want to consult with a technology law attorney who can help advocate on your behalf

- They can help determine if there are grounds for legal action or can facilitate communication with Meta's legal team

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