Acceptable Use Policy

Our commitment to maintaining a secure, reliable, and ethical service environment

Last Updated: [Date]

Important Notice
All users must comply with this policy to maintain their services. This AUP may be updated periodically, and users are responsible for reviewing and complying with any changes.

Scope & Application

This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) governs all services provided by Your Company Name. Users are required to comply with applicable terms of service, ensure content is appropriate, and maintain professional standards. Access to services is restricted to individuals aged 13 and older. For users under the age of 18, parental consent is required.

Network Usage

  • DDoS attacks and network stress testing are strictly prohibited
  • Adhere to maximum concurrent user limits for your plan
  • Excessive resource usage beyond allocated limits is not allowed
  • Network bandwidth must be used fairly and responsibly
  • Do not attempt to bypass security measures or monitoring systems
  • Respect geographical restrictions and licensing requirements

Security Requirements

  • Keep all account credentials private and secure
  • Regularly update software and applications to latest stable versions
  • Report any discovered security vulnerabilities within 24 hours
  • Do not attempt to access unauthorized systems or data
  • Use secure authentication methods to protect accounts
  • Follow provided security guidelines for all services

Performance Requirements

  • Services must not exceed allocated resources
  • CPU usage must stay within plan limits
  • Memory usage must not exceed purchased allocation
  • Network usage must follow fair use policy
  • Resource abuse triggers automatic suspension

Prohibited Activities

Engaging in the following activities may result in a warning, immediate suspension, or termination of service, depending on the severity of the violation.

Content Violations

  • Malicious code, exploits, or harmful scripts are strictly prohibited
  • Unauthorized software or cracked applications are not allowed
  • No illegal content, services, or activities of any kind
  • Comply with all applicable terms and licensing agreements
  • Content must comply with regional regulations

Technical Violations

  • Resource abuse or manipulation is strictly prohibited
  • No exploitation of service vulnerabilities or security flaws
  • Configurations must not degrade platform performance
  • No automated abuse of resources or API endpoints
  • No cryptocurrency mining without authorization

Community Standards

  • No harassment, bullying, or targeted abuse of any kind
  • No hate speech, discrimination, or offensive content
  • No fraudulent activities or misrepresentation
  • Respect intellectual property rights of all parties
  • Maintain professional communication standards

Enforcement

  • Minor first-time violations result in a formal warning
  • Serious violations trigger immediate service suspension
  • Three violations within 90 days result in service termination
  • No refunds are issued for violation-based terminations
  • Evidence of violations is preserved for legal compliance
  • Appeal process available within 7 days of enforcement

Report Violations

Report AUP violations or security concerns to:

support@example.com