Seeing a "You have been banned" message in Path of Exile stings. But discovering that it's not just your account blocked—your whole PC’s hardware ID is banned—makes it feel like you've hit a brick wall. You’ve landed here because you’re dealing with a Path of Exile HWID (Hardware ID) ban and want a reliable way to get past it and dive back into the action.

You’re definitely in the right spot.

This is the only guide you’ll ever need. Forget wasting hours on appeals that go nowhere or shelling out cash on new PC parts. We’ll walk you through a clear, step-by-step method to bypass that HWID ban and return to Path of Exile ASAP.

This guide is all about the how, using the most trusted and undetectable tool in the scene: Sync Spoofer. We’ll dive into each step, flag common pitfalls to avoid, and share key habits to help you stay off the ban radar for good.

Step-by-Step to Fix Your Path of Exile HWID Ban

This isn’t just a quick fix checklist—it’s a full walkthrough to getting around HWID bans in Path of Exile. Follow every step closely to secure a successful and lasting bypass.

Step 1: Pick the Best Spoofer (Sync Spoofer)

First up, picking a reliable spoofer is crucial. Free or cracked spoofers you find on shady forums are often loaded with malware or already flagged by anti-cheat, leading to faster re-bans.

Sync Spoofer is a premium, professionally developed solution. We offer a free 1-day trial so you can test it risk-free on your setup. You have two solid options:

  • Temporary Spoofer (15, 30, 90 Days, or Lifetime): The Flexible Option
    • Who is this for? Great for players who try different tools, switch between multiple accounts, or want to avoid reinstalling Windows. It’s non-invasive and reversible after a reboot.
    • How it works: You launch it before starting Path of Exile. It masks your hardware identifiers temporarily. When you restart, your PC goes back to its original state. For more on how temporary spoofers differ, see our article on Permanent vs Temporary HWID Spoofers.
  • Permanent Spoofer (One-Time or Lifetime): The Long-Term Solution
    • Who is this for? Ideal if you want a permanent clean slate after a ban, to play legit without worries. Learn more about this approach in our guide on Permanent HWID Spoofers.
    • How it works: This deeply alters your hardware IDs permanently. It requires a one-time Windows reinstall during setup to wipe all traces away. After that, your PC looks like a brand new machine to the anti-cheat.

Step 2: Get on Board & Access Your Tools

Once you complete your purchase, you’ll instantly get an invite to our private Discord server. This isn’t just where you download the spoofer—it’s your full support base. Inside, you’ll find:

  • Instant Access: Your license key plus the latest software downloads anytime you need.
  • Detailed Guides: Step-by-step written instructions and videos to guide you on every click.
  • Expert Help: 24/7 staff support ready to assist thousands of Path of Exile players just like you.

Step 3: Clean Up and Spoof Properly

This is the most technical part, but Sync Spoofer automates the tough bits. It’s two steps:

  1. Deep Clean: Before spoofing, you must erase every trace of your old ban. Think digital forensic work. Path of Exile’s anti-cheat leaves behind hidden fingerprints—log files, registry keys, tracking data. Our cleaner wipes all these away, so nothing connects you to previous bans. For detailed cleanup techniques, check our article on the HWID Cleaner & Reset Process.
  2. Spoofing: After cleaning, you run Sync Spoofer to completely replace your hardware IDs with fresh, legit-looking ones. This covers motherboard, drives, MAC address, and more, making your PC untraceable to Path of Exile’s anti-cheat. Get insights into how spoofers defeat anti-cheat detection in How Vanguard HWID Spoofers Work.

Step 4: Set Up a Brand-New Game Account

Your hardware is good to go, but your old account is still banned. Logging back into it just gets you flagged. You need a fresh identity from scratch.

Best practices for your new Path of Exile account:

  • Use a new email address never linked to a banned account.
  • Pick a new, unique username.
    • Important: Don’t link any old payment methods (PayPal, credit cards), phone numbers, or third-party accounts (Twitch, Steam) from your banned account. Path of Exile’s system cross-references this info and flags linked profiles fast. For more on ban linking, see Path of Exile Hardware & HWID Bans Explained.

Step 5: Final Check & Launch Path of Exile

You’re so close. Before you jump back in, run through this last checklist:

  • Restart your PC once after cleaning and spoofing.
  • If you’re using the Temporary Spoofer, double-check it’s active.
  • Open the Path of Exile client and sign in with your new account.
  • Download and start playing!

That’s it! Your HWID ban is a thing of the past, and you’re back to the grind.

Keep It Clean: How to Stay Off Bans Long-Term

Beating the ban is great, but staying unbanned is the real challenge. Sync Spoofer completely masks your hardware, but your habits and digital footprint matter just as much. Follow these tips to add layers of protection and keep Path of Exile’s anti-cheat off your trail.

1. Keep Your Profiles Strictly Separate

This is the core rule. Treat your "clean" Path of Exile account and any risky or alternate accounts like they live in different worlds. The anti-cheat checks connections beyond just the game.

  • Separate Everything: Don’t reuse payment info, phone numbers, or social media accounts (Twitch, YouTube, Twitter) across your banned and new accounts. Path of Exile’s anti-cheat links this data quickly.
  • Different Browsers or Profiles: Use one browser for your clean accounts and another for everything else. This avoids cookies or autofill data undoing your efforts.
  • Think Like a Detective: If your account connections could be traced by a human, they can also be spotted automatically by anti-cheat bots. Leave no clues.

2. Check Background Programs Before Playing

Many HWID bans aren’t triggered by cheats running actively, but by suspicious programs left open in the background. Path of Exile’s anti-cheat scans for any odd processes, even unrelated ones.

  • Close Unneeded Apps: Before opening Path of Exile, peek at Task Manager and System Tray and quit anything not essential for your PC. This includes:
    • Macro Tools: AutoHotKey or any mouse/keyboard macro software.
    • System Tools: Cheat Engine, debuggers, or reverse engineering tools. Just running these is a red flag.
    • Overlays: Big-name overlays (Discord, GeForce Experience) are usually safe, but beware of rarer, buggy ones triggering false positives.
  • Create a Clean Startup Profile: For pros, set up a Windows profile that loads only essentials to minimize risk further.

3. Expect Ban Waves

Anti-cheat squads rarely ban cheats immediately. They watch quietly, gather data, then hit large groups of offenders at once in massive ban waves.

  • Why do they do this? It hides how exactly the cheat was caught, making cheats harder to fix and hide better next time.
  • What it means for you: You might use a cheat or exploit for days or weeks without issue, then suddenly get banned in one sweep. It’s not random—it’s part of a bigger plan.
  • Good news: If you use Sync Spoofer, the ban only affects the spoofed hardware ID, not your real machine. You can clean again, spoof fresh, and be back in the game quickly.

4. Choose Your Sources Carefully

The internet is full of risky, detected tools and scams. Where you get software is everything.

  • Say No to “Free” Cheats: Any YouTube video or sketchy site promising “free Path of Exile cheats” is almost always malware or a busted cheat that will get you HWID banned within hours.
  • Stay in Trusted Communities: If you go the third-party tool route, only use well-established private communities known for undetected tools. These usually require payment, but it’s worth it to save yourself headaches.

5. Keep Your PC Spotless

A tidy, well-maintained PC performs better and is less likely to trip anti-cheat alarms due to random conflicts or suspicious files.

  • Clear caches and temp files regularly: Use Windows Disk Cleanup now and then, and uninstall programs fully with RevoUninstaller to erase tracking data fully.
  • Update drivers from official sites: Download GPU drivers directly from NVIDIA or AMD’s site—never from sketchy third parties.
  • Run malware scans: Use Windows Defender or a reputable antivirus regularly to catch any hidden threats or spyware.

By combining Sync Spoofer’s powerful masking with these solid habits, you build a tough defense against future HWID bans. For even more tips and common myths debunked about HWID bans, see our detailed post Common Myths About HWID Bans.

Don’t Let a Ban End Your Path of Exile Journey

An HWID ban can feel like the end, but it’s really just a hurdle. Now you know how Path of Exile’s ban system works, why appeals rarely help, and how Sync Spoofer offers a straightforward way back.

Join the thousands of gamers who’ve reclaimed their accounts and hardware. Get started with Sync Spoofer today and jump back into Wraeclast where you belong.