# Softban

The **Softban** command allows you to ban and immediately unban a user, removing their messages in the process. This can be used to punish a user while maintaining a low profile.

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You need the **BanMembers** permission for this command.
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## How to Use

1. **Softban a User**\
   Use the command with either the **slash** or **prefix**:
   * `/softban [member] [reason]`
   * `-softban [member] [reason]`
   * **\[member]:** The user you want to softban.
   * **\[reason]:** The reason for softbanning the user.

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