| Lock Message | Lock Type | Recovery Path |
| “We detected unusual activity” | Suspicious activity | Identity verification via selfie video |
| “Your account has been disabled” | Policy violation | Appeal with supporting documents |
| “We couldn’t verify your identity” | Authentication failure | Government ID submission |
| “This account has been suspended” | Spam/violation detection | Appeal + wait period |
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