Account regarded as 'High Risk' for no reason

I’ve met some amazing people on this platform and we’ve always shared our stories with each other. Out of nowhere, I got banned yesterday and suddenly couldn’t message anyone. The only way to get unbanned is to complete a real‑name verification that requires uploading my passport and other sensitive documents including a photo of myself with my passport.

I’m unsure how safe this is. Has anyone here verified their identity on Rednote and experienced data leaks or anything suspicious afterwards? I understand why banks need this level of information, but Rednote isn’t a bank so why is it asking for it?

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rephil3about 1 month ago2

Cyberspace authority of China demands it of all Foreign users. Ask Gemini or chatgpt for longer explanation.

Have done it, no negative experiences. Agree with you, it's a very healthy social media app, allowing for many great cross cultural and personal exchanges.

Idontlikepplthatmuchabout 1 month ago1

I got banned too, did the verification, all went through and Im still banned. lol

Ellen_Z_about 1 month ago1

Almost every Chinese app needs real ID information, some directly need that, some need phone number that has already bonded with ID.

Reason: There was a horrific attack planned in some platform and because of the platform’s protection of these people’s privacy, cops didn’t catch them.

Like people of interest, that American TV show, some people feel ok for being transparent in network, some people regard privacy more.

But still, you’re part of the society, you have to choose one.

Tough_Copy_3025about 1 month ago1

I did all that and I still cant message anyone and none of my posts receive views. Friends message me about why they cant see my posts and I cant even respond because they will not see it. I can like posts but cant comment on them. I reallt like all the friends I have made and I traveled to China last year. But seriously thinking about deleting the app.

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The ban isn't really about privacy concerns

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