PopularTwitchstreamer Meowko, who originates from Japan and has amassed an impressive fanbase of over 350,000 followers, has recently been suspended from the platform due to allegations of violating one of Twitch’s community guidelines. However, the reason behind this suddenTwitchban has left both the streamer and her community perplexed, as the platform’s decision appears to be based on an unusual and unexpected rationale.Meowko embarked on her streaming journey in 2019, swiftly establishing herself as a beloved figure known for her engaging streams. Her popularity on Twitch can be attributed to her diverse range of content, which encompasses various genres. From Just Chatting sessions and IRL experiences to exploring picturesque pools, hot tubs, and beaches, Meowko has consistently entertained her audience. Along her streaming journey, Meowko also encountered several challenges, including multiple Twitch bans and a distressing incident in late 2021, whenMeowko became the target of a stalker.RELATED:xQc Accuses Kai Cenat of Stealing His Stream IdeaTwitch announced its latest ban against Meowko on May 30, immediately prompting the streamer to express her frustration with the reason behind the ban on social media. In a post, she stated that her profile bio, which had remained unchanged for three years, apparently violatedTwitch’s Terms of Service(TOS). She also included a screenshot showing that her ban would last for three days. In addition, Meowko informed her followers that she would be unable to stream for the next few days due to her travel plans to South Korea.
It is worth noting that this marks her fifth Twitch ban, although none ofMeowko’s previous banshave lasted for more than a day. Many of Meowko’s followers, as well as fellow streamers, expressed their dissatisfaction with the ban reason, voicing their frustrations in the comments section. One user criticized Twitch, stating that they banned Meowko over her bio and suggested that a warning could have been issued instead. Another commenter voiced their frustration, claiming that the individuals responsible for banning streamers seemed to lack understanding.
Meowko is not the only female streamer whose Twitch ban has raised questions about Twitch’s ban policies. Recently, popular streamerAlinity faced a ban from Twitch, and it appears that she was dissatisfied with the decision. Taking to Twitter, Alinity revealed that her ban was imposed for “twerking” during one of her streams, which violated the platform’s guidelines against suggestive and sexual content. In an effort to provide transparency, she even shared a clip of the dance that led to the ban. Alinity expressed her discontent and mentioned considering the possibility of streaming on alternative platforms
