Content removal

Content and conduct that puts you or others at risk will not be allowed as outlined in our terms. If you break our policies, you may have restrictions put on your content or the use of your account. We have a range of restrictions that may vary based on the type of violation and the service. For example, we may decline to display your content, we may limit access to features or services, or for egregious or repeat violations your Microsoft account may be suspended temporarily or permanently.

When we detect certain egregious content, like images of child sexual exploitation and abuse, we comply with global regulations to take down and report this content. For example, this US law requires that we report apparent child sexual exploitation content to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). NCMEC then may notify law enforced globally of suspected illegal child sexual exploitation content.

In making enforcement decisions, we strive to apply our policies objectively and proportionately, which means we work to make the corrective action fit the violation. We understand that some violent or graphic images may be newsworthy or important for educational or research purposes, and we take into account these factors when reviewing content.

We consider your fundamental rights and the rights of others including freedom of expression, diversity and inclusion, and other fundamental rights and freedoms in making our decisions.