Poker content creators facing social media suspensions may have legal recourse
Several poker content creators have faced suspensions and permanent bans on major platforms over the past year. Crackdowns tied to age restrictions and gambling policies have hit channels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, leaving some creators scrambling to recover lost access and income.
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— bencb (@bencb789) February 18, 2026
Benjamin Rolle, known online as “bencb,” says standard appeals through customer support often go nowhere. In a recent post on X, he shared that hiring specialized law firms proved more effective in dealing with account restrictions on social media platforms.
Rolle described repeated issues with his own accounts and said formal legal letters pushed companies to respond. According to him, platforms tend to react more seriously when contacted by attorneys rather than individual users filing support tickets.
The debate intensified after high-profile creators, including Brad Owen, experienced temporary bans. Owen’s channel was eventually restored, but others have not been as fortunate. For creators who rely on ad revenue and sponsorships, even short suspensions can carry financial consequences.
Rolle stressed that he was not offering legal advice, only sharing personal experience. He noted that certain European Union regulations may require platforms to provide clearer explanations for strikes or restrictions, which he believes companies do not always deliver.
Not everyone agrees that the same strategy would work in the United States. Todd Witteles pointed out that US law around social media moderation remains limited. He suggested that while legal letters may carry weight, results could vary depending on jurisdiction.
The broader issue highlights growing tension between gambling content creators and tech platforms. With policies tightening, some in the poker community are exploring legal avenues to protect their channels and livelihoods.
