Removed From the Medium Partner Program
Quick answer
Medium can remove writers who fail eligibility, originality, quality or engagement rules, including suspected AI content. Review the notice and appeal.
Most likely fix: Check eligibility
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Check eligibility
- Confirm active membership
- Publish at least one story within six months
- Confirm payout settings
Did this fix it?2. Appeal via support
- Submit a help request referencing the removal article
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Partner Program badge gone and earnings stop.
Why it happens
- Eligibility lapsed (membership, activity, region)
- Content quality or AI flags
- Fraud detection
This guide also covers
- medium partner program removed
- medium partner program not eligible
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