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Users have no guaranteed continuity of access to their accounts, as Patreon retains the right to end or suspend access at any time without external constraint.
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Your account can be terminated or suspended by Patreon at any time at its sole discretion, without requiring a specific cause.
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Users have no guaranteed continuity of access to their accounts, as Patreon retains the right to end or suspend access at any time without external constraint.
Your account can be terminated or suspended by Patreon at any time at its sole discretion, without requiring a specific cause.
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