Twelve mobile-phone livestreaming accounts have been shut down for posting vulgar content, according to the Ministry of Culture.

Over 10,000 mobile phone livestreaming accounts from 29 provinces across China have been under investigation, according to an announcement by the ministry on June 29. The move aims at a better online environment.

Most of the banned accounts are illegal and posted explicit and violent content, including online streaming performances and video games.

The ministry also urged major internet companies, including Tencent and Baidu, to investigate and remove illegal and unhealthy content from their platforms.