⏸️ Deactivate User
Endpoint: POST /api/admin/users/{id}/deactivate/
Auth Required: ✅ Yes (Admin Bearer Token)
Content-Type: application/json
📌 Description
This endpoint allows an administrator to temporarily deactivate a user account.
A deactivated user: - cannot access platform features - cannot submit complaints, posts, or interactions - remains part of historical system records
Deactivation is commonly used for: - temporary suspensions - policy warnings - investigation periods - misuse review
🔐 Authentication
Include the admin access token in the request header:
🔗 Path Parameter
| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
id |
UUID | ✅ | Unique user ID |
🧾 Request Body (Optional)
```json { "reason": "Temporary suspension due to repeated guideline violations.", "remarks": "Account under review." }