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You are currently unable to edit Wikidata. You are still able to view pages and data entries, but you are not currently able to edit, move, or create them. Editing from $7 has been blocked (disabled) by $1 for the following reason(s): $2 This block (ID #$5) has been set to expire: $6. Even if blocked, you will usually still be able to edit your user talk page and email other editors. To discuss the block, you may contact $1 or another administrator.

Other useful links: Blocking policy · Username policy ·   Appealing blocks: policy and guide If the block notice is unclear, or it does not appear to relate to your actions, please ask for assistance as described below.

What does this mean?

What is a block? A block is a measure used to protect Wikidata from possible improper activity in breach of editorial policies. Blocks can apply to a user account, an IP address, or a range of IP addresses that is deemed responsible for or related to problematic activity. The reason for your block is $2. Most common causes Problem with your editing or Wikidata behavior (under any account or IP address) - your account or a connected IP has been used in a problematic way or there is a concern about your editing. The reason should be in the box above. Problem with your username - your username was unsuitable, and has been blocked, you need to choose another before continuing. Unintended triggering of anti-vandalism systems (known as "collateral damage") - your IP address unfortunately happens to match an IP address used by a blocked account. Ask for further information and/or request unblocking. An administrator or checkuser will investigate and consider whether it is likely this has happened.

What do I do now?

If instructions are given in the block message, follow them. If you have never edited Wikidata before and/or do not have an account, consider requesting one at http://toolserver.org/~acc/, which allows you to edit despite the block on your IP address. Requests to unblock your IP address even if you are innocent will generally not be granted. We apologize for the inconvenience, but you must request an account and log in using that account in order to edit. This is necessary to prevent abusive users who may be using a similar IP address to yours. If you wish to appeal the block, or you believe you have been blocked by mistake, please see the following section. Appealing The current block will automatically expire $6. You have many routes to appeal the block or its duration. Firstly, if you are a registered editor and have a valid e-mail address confirmed, you can e-mail $1 or another administrator. This feature can be removed if abused. Alternatively, you may appeal the block by adding {{unblock|your reason here}} to the bottom of your user talk page. You must state a reason for this, and the block can then be discussed. Our guide to appealing blocks might help you write your unblock request. Please note: While this block may be upsetting or unexpected, abuse of appeal processes, repeatedly using the unblock template when denied, personal attacks, or impolite conduct may lead to the removal of your ability to edit your talk page.

Additional information

Online Chat You may also use the freenode IRC network to discuss your block with administrators available at the time. If you have an IRC client, the unblock channel is at #wikipedia-en-unblock. If you don't have an IRC client, you can access the channel via a browser-based application. Alternate Option Due to the high volume of unblock appeals by e-mail we receive, you are more likely to get a quick response if you request an unblock on your talk page first. Before you contacting us, please make sure that your situation has not already been addressed by the above sections. Your talk page may also contain further details related to your block or IP address, and we strongly advise that you review it before contacting us. If you still need help, you can submit a request to the unblock-en-l mailing list at the link below. Request an unblock by email Even though requests sent to the Unblock-en-l mailing list are viewable only by administrators and trusted volunteers, under no circumstances should you send us your account's password or reveal it to anyone else even if asked to. This system is only for the purpose of reviewing blocks. Requests to edit articles on your behalf will be disregarded. Correspondence containing legal threats, personal attacks or rudeness are likely to be ignored and may result in the lengthening of pre-existing blocks.

2602:306:CC2E:EFB0:8C79:8962:9764:8027 02:21, 11 December 2014 (UTC)

Unnecessary content which is just a barely modified version of the English Wikipedia's block notice with links to ACC. John F. Lewis (talk) 20:52, 19 December 2014 (UTC)

Actually, it needs additional content. 2602:306:CC2E:EFB0:1C77:B579:7BE4:ABBA 21:56, 14 February 2015 (UTC)

Unexplained. I will suggest administrators to update the error. 99.121.210.109 02:52, 20 March 2015 (UTC)

Sorry, please unexplained I will suggest to update the error. 112.204.162.11 07:49, 25 February 2023 (UTC)

I think this message does need improvement beyond the current advice to contact $1 or another administrator, but I don't think we want to put anything this complex in a system message. I'd favor a prominent link to an article along the lines of en:Help:I_have_been_blocked, en:Wikipedia:Guide_to_appealing_blocks or en:Wikipedia:Appealing_a_block that we can develop collaboratively. Bovlb (talk) 05:38, 31 January 2020 (UTC)

I started work on a local Guide to appealing blocks. When it's matured a little, I will propose adding it to this messge.

Proposed change

I propose to change:

Even if blocked, you will usually still be able to edit your user talk page and email other editors. To discuss the block, you may contact $1 or another administrator.

to:

For more information, see Guide to appealing blocks.

Bovlb (talk) 23:13, 25 July 2022 (UTC)