On the contrary, the policy is too lenient and allows cheaters to break the rules for a long time without consequences. If a tester has received a warning for pretesting, it should not matter how much time has passed if they are caught pretesting again. The tester did not correct their behavior: they were warned and should not have repeated the violation. But they did—therefore, it is an intentional breach of the rules. It makes sense to consider warning removal only when the violation is the result of an oversight or lack of attention. For example, accidentally placing an order—this can happen unintentionally, especially if the tester does not know the website’s language. However, pretesting, placeholders, and other behaviors aimed at gaining an unfair advantage should not be annulled under any circumstances.
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Hi, Mozaffar! Thank you for your suggestion and for taking the time to help us improve the platform. We would like to clarify how the warning system works. Receiving a warning does not mean that a tester’s journey on the platform is over. Each case is reviewed individually by the Compliance Team, and if a tester has only one warning, it does not automatically lead to a ban. The circumstances behind each warning are also carefully considered. Some warnings may result from unintentional mistakes, and the Compliance Team takes this into account during the review process. Additionally, a tester’s overall history on the platform is considered. For example, if someone has been actively working on the platform for a long time without any instances of cheating, this is viewed as a mitigating factor. It is also important to note that when a team leader reports a tester, it does not automatically result in a warning. Every report is thoroughly investigated, and warnings are issued only in cases where there is clear evidence of significant rule violations. Our warning and ban system is designed to be fair and balanced. Testers always have the opportunity to contact support and request a review of their case. At the same time, maintaining certain rules is essential, as relaxing them too much could, unfortunately, lead to an increase in cheating. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of our testers in helping us maintain a fair and trustworthy environment for everyone.