Chinese forum users claim to have decoded Claude account ban scoring system
Chinese forum users claim to have decoded Claude account ban scoring system
Users allege Anthropic assigns initial points to new Claude accounts and deducts them for changing IPs, devices or proxies, subscribing to Max too early, or using only the web version.
Chinese forum users claim to have decoded Claude account ban scoring system
Users claim that Anthropic apparently uses a points-based system: a new Claude account receives starting points, and different actions can add or subtract points. If the balance falls below a threshold, a ban is said to follow.
Among the actions reportedly penalized:
- dirty or frequently changing IP addresses;
- switching between devices or proxies;
- subscribing immediately after registration, especially to Max;
- exhausting usage limits in one sitting;
- active use of Linux;
- overly intensive use of Fable;
- using only the web version.
According to the claims, older accounts and accounts created through the mobile app are considered more reliable.
If an account loses many points, it is allegedly placed under observation. A typical sign of this period is said to be a forced login reset. If point deductions continue during observation, the user is said to receive a ban.
Why it matters
AnalysisIf true, the claims help explain sudden Claude account bans and show how anti-fraud policies can affect developers and AI users.
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