CRITICAL UPDATE: OPENCLAW USAGE RESTRICTIONS (FEB 24, 2026)
Is Your OpenClaw Account Restricted? Here is the Solution
On the morning of February 24, thousands of users reported a "Policy Violation" error while using Google’s OpenClaw agentic interface. If your account is restricted, you aren't alone.
Why the Bans are Happening
The latest 2026 security patch for Google AI agents has flagged automated "multi-hop" reasoning as potential spam. If your agent was performing complex data scraping or recursive tasks, it likely triggered a safety lock.
Step-by-Step Appeal Process:
- Disconnect the API: Immediately stop all active OpenClaw scripts.
- The "Manual Verification" Loop: Navigate to your Google Cloud Console > IAM & Admin > Quotas and request a "Manual Refresh."
- Submit the 2026 Appeal Form: Use the "Agent Usage Intent" form and specify your use case as "Academic Research" or "Enterprise Logistics."
Temporary Alternatives
While waiting for your appeal (usually 4-12 hours), we recommend switching to Claude-X or OpenAI Operator for agentic tasks. These platforms have updated their Feb 2026 protocols to avoid similar session-lock issues.
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