The phrase in question refers to a restriction imposed by the platform when a users activity exceeds a predefined threshold within a specific timeframe. This commonly manifests as a temporary block, preventing actions such as following, liking, commenting, or posting. For example, if a user rapidly follows a large number of accounts in a short period, the platform might trigger this limitation.
This protective measure is implemented to safeguard the community from spam, bots, and other forms of abusive behavior. Its existence helps maintain the integrity of the user experience and the overall stability of the platform. Initially, such preventative actions were less sophisticated, but have evolved alongside the increasing sophistication of automated and malicious activities online. This continuous evolution seeks to strike a balance between preventing abuse and allowing legitimate users to engage freely.
