Forrest "KreekCraft" Barnes, a top Roblox streamer, surprised his audience with news of another TikTok account suspension. The platform banned him on January 16, 2026, during his active posting schedule. This action did not stem from content violations or rule breaches. Instead, TikTok's artificial intelligence system incorrectly identified him as a minor.
Streamer Shares Frustration on Social Media
KreekCraft personally announced the development on X. He revealed that TikTok's automated age detection had failed. The creator clarified his actual age, stating he approaches 29 years and is far from underage. Supporters responded swiftly, noting this repeats previous issues. The situation renews debates about TikTok's AI oversight and the scarcity of human reviews.
Live Streaming Access Blocked
According to KreekCraft, the restriction prevented him from hosting live sessions, a core component of his content. TikTok's notification emphasized that LIVE features require users to be at least 18 years old. His access would remain suspended until January 15, 2031, unless corrected.
In his X post, KreekCraft wrote clearly, "TikTok just banned me again because their AI thinks I’m under 18 years old. I turn 29 in two weeks. AI age verification is a joke." He attached a screenshot displaying TikTok's message about LIVE suspension and policy updates effective from 2022.
Fan Reactions Pour In
The post attracted significant attention, gathering over 280 replies. User @JeseMartinez commented, "I got banned because I promoted my business on a TikTok business account. They are a joke." Another user, @SadCustomers, expressed frustration, writing, "Yep, another awful AI-led process with almost no human intervention. They banned me for posting satirical content even though it wasn’t against their own terms and conditions."
History of Similar Issues
This incident marks another occurrence for KreekCraft. On October 13, 2025, he posted a YouTube Shorts video explaining how TikTok terminated his livestream while he played Roblox. He said then, "So, I got banned on TikTok, and you’re never going to guess why. The TikTok AI thought I was a kid. I’m 28 years old. This is actually the second time it’s happened."
KreekCraft continues as a major Roblox creator, boasting more than 311,000 Twitch followers and over 16.1 million YouTube subscribers. His experience highlights ongoing challenges with automated moderation systems on social platforms.
