Are accounts getting banned lately when using Subway Surfers Mod APK?

[subwaygame]

Hi everyone,
I want to ask about Subway Surfers Mod APK. Many people use it because it gives free coins, keys, and unlocked boards. But I heard some players got their accounts banned after using it.
Is this true? Are players still getting banned in 2025 for using the mod version?
I think the game team can see if we use a mod app because it is not the same as the official one. Some websites also say this can happen. As, I read on this article https://subwaysurfersapks.com/secure-apk-install about the safety of modded versions.
So I just want to know:

• Did anyone here use a mod APK recently?
  
• Did you get banned or lose your game data?
  
• Is it safe if we play it offline only?
  

Please share your experience. It will help other players who also want to try it.
Thanks!