Google bans OpenClaw users, suspends accounts without refunds

OpenClaw users have faced significant disruptions following Google's recent ban on accounts linked to the Antigravity service. Starting from February 12-14, 2026, Google suspended accounts of users who utilized OpenClaw's OAuth integration to access its AI Ultra subscription, which costs $249.99 per month. This sweeping action left many without access to essential services like Gmail and YouTube, with no prior warnings or refunds provided, raising concerns about the implications of AI automation and third-party integrations.

In the wake of this controversy, OpenClaw's creator, Peter Steinberger, was hired by OpenAI to lead personal agents, indicating a shift in focus for the developer. Meanwhile, Anthropic's recent updates to their terms of service explicitly prohibit the use of OAuth tokens in third-party tools, further complicating the agent workflow for users. As the situation unfolds, developers are left to navigate the challenges posed by rate limits and the evolving landscape of API and SDK integrations, with many seeking clarity in the release notes and community discussions.