If you believe your Valorant ban was a misunderstanding, you can submit an appeal to Riot Games. Here's how:
Visit the Riot Support website: Go to https://support.riotgames.com/
Log in to your account: Enter your Riot account credentials.
Submit a ticket: Select the appropriate category (e.g., "Account & Billing") and describe the situation in detail. Be sure to include any relevant information, such as the date and time of the ban, the specific infraction you were accused of, and your side of the story.
Provide evidence: If you have any evidence to support your claim, such as screenshots of chat logs or game recordings, include them in your appeal.
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