Error code 7 means Valorant could not connect to the session service that manages logins and matches. Riot says it can mean a suspension on the account or a platform issue, so the fix starts with checking the account and Riot's status before touching local settings.
If error 7 keeps appearing for hours while the status page is green and no suspension email arrived, sign out of the Riot Client, restart the PC, and sign back in, which clears a stuck account session. If it still appears, submit a ticket to Riot Support, since the session service may be rejecting this account specifically.
Does error code 7 always mean I am suspended? No. Riot lists two causes, a suspension or a platform issue. A platform outage produces the same code for many players at once, so check the status page before assuming the account is suspended.
How do I know if my account is suspended? Riot sends a suspension notice to the email address on the account. If no such email arrived, a platform issue or a stale session is the more likely cause.
Can I fix error 7 by reinstalling? Reinstalling rarely helps, because the cause is usually the account or Riot's platform, not the local install. Restarting the client and checking status are the useful steps.