Gumroad Account Suspended
Quick answer
Gumroad suspends accounts for suspected fraud, Terms violations or high chargeback rates, often with little explanation. Reply to the suspension email, contact support and export your data in case the ban stands.
Most likely fix: Read the suspension email and FAQ
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Read the suspension email and FAQ
- Check the email Gumroad sent and the Account suspension FAQ in the help center
- Note the reason given, if any
Did this fix it?2. Appeal through support
- Email support@gumroad.com from the account email
- Explain the sales in question and provide proof (receipts, delivery, customer messages)
- Be specific; generic complaints are rarely answered
Did this fix it?3. Protect your business
- Export customers and sales CSV while you still can
- Keep a copy of product files
- Set up a second platform so a permanent ban does not stop sales
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Dashboard shows a suspension notice, products are unlisted and payouts stop.
Why it happens
- Detected fraudulent sales or suspicious purchases
- Terms of Service or content violations
- High chargeback or refund rate (Terms mention a 25% refund rate as a risk)
- Inaccurate registration data
- Signs of spam, money laundering or security testing
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