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American streamer Fenom is officially back on Twitch after being banned for over a year following a heated moment with a relentless stalker. Known for his Counter-Strike gameplay and explosive reactions, Fenom has gained over 20K followers on Twitch, but his fiery temper got him into trouble.
😡 Why Was Fenom Banned on Twitch? 🚫
In November 2023, Fenom was streaming Counter-Strike when he erupted at a persistent viewer who had been harassing him for months with inappropriate and insulting comments. Despite the viewer being permanently banned multiple times, they kept coming back, prompting Fenom to finally snap.
Fenom vented his frustration on the viewer, who retaliated by reporting Fenom to Twitch, claiming the streamer had threatened them. In response, Twitch initially imposed a 6-month ban, which was later extended to 12 months. Fenom was frustrated by the platform’s decision, stating:
🗣️ “I have this guy who’s been following my channel for three years… he’s stream sniping me, making my life miserable. Why can’t I trash-talk?”
Despite his ban, Fenom continued streaming on Kick, where his audience remained loyal but smaller in comparison.
⏳ Fenom’s Reinstatement: A Year and Three Months Later 🔄
On March 18, 2025, after being banned for over a year, Fenom was finally unbanned on Twitch. 🎉 This milestone comes after a major policy change on the platform, allowing temporary expiration dates on bans and the ability for streamers to appeal permanent suspensions.
Though Fenom hasn’t yet commented publicly on his reinstatement, this move is seen as part of Twitch’s new approach to banning accounts. Now, streamers who’ve been banned for multiple violations can appeal after six months and possibly be reinstated.
⚡ Twitch’s New Ban Policy and the Road to Reinstatement 📜
Twitch’s policy updates in February 2025 have impacted how permanent bans are handled. Violations can now have expiry dates, meaning streamers won’t be punished indefinitely for one mistake. Notably, streamers who were permanently banned can appeal their case after six months.
This shift has benefited not just Fenom, but also other prominent streamers like Adin Ross, who are working with Twitch to reinstate their accounts. The new flexibility signals that Twitch is reevaluating how it handles bans, giving creators a chance to bounce back.
📝 What’s Next for Fenom and Other Streamers? 🚀
With Fenom’s unban, fans are excited to see him return to Twitch after his time on Kick. Will this be the start of a new era for his streams? Only time will tell, but his unbanning shows that Twitch may be warming up to second chances for banned creators.
Fenom’s story also highlights the importance of community and streamer interaction—sometimes, things can escalate quickly when viewers cross the line.
👇 What Are Your Thoughts?
Do you think Fenom’s unban was deserved? Should Twitch be more lenient with bans, or should they hold streamers accountable for their actions? Let us know in the comments below! 👇💬
