We will only suspend or ban an account if we have no other option.
The most common reason for account suspension is abnormal streaming activity. When abnormal streaming activity is reported to us by the major streaming platforms like Spotify we are forced to investigate.
We have to take any report of abnormal streaming activity seriously to prevent fraud.
What is abnormal streaming activity and how does it happen?
Abnormal streaming activity normally happens when an artist buys fake streams online or works with a promotional company that uses underhand tactics or bots to increase their client's streaming numbers.
Fake and artificial streaming has a serious effect on the music industry and legitimate artists worldwide. It drives down the royalty share of genuine artists and has been known to contribute to the manipulation of the stock market which is a criminal offence.
You can read more about Spotify's response to fake streams here.