Got hit with an IP ban—how do I fix this? or Why did I get an IP ban and how can I avoid it?

Yo, that sucks. IP bans can happen for random reasons—sometimes it's a false flag or your IP got caught in a sweep.

Try releasing/renewing your IP (google "how to release/renew IP" for your ISP). If that doesn’t work, a VPN like NordVPN or ProtonVPN can bypass it, but some sites block VPN IPs too.

Also, check if the site has a contact page to appeal. Gl!