Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
Last Updated: 12th July 2024
Introduction
This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlines the prohibited activities and usage guidelines for customers utilizing our services. By using any of our services, you agree to comply with this AUP and to be responsible for all activities conducted through your account.
Prohibited Activities
1. General Provisions
- Engaging in any activity that is unlawful under local, state, national, or international law.
- Violating any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.
2. Minecraft Hosting
- Using the service to host Minecraft servers that distribute or promote unauthorized modifications (mods) that violate Mojang's End User License Agreement (EULA).
- Distributing or promoting pirated Minecraft game copies or unauthorized server software.
3. Discord Bot Hosting
- Developing or hosting Discord bots that engage in spamming, phishing, or any form of malicious activity.
- Using bots to violate Discord's Terms of Service or Community Guidelines.
4. Web Hosting
- Hosting websites that distribute illegal content, including pirated software, child pornography, and illegal drugs.
- Hosting phishing websites or engaging in fraudulent activities through hosted websites.
5. Domains
- You may not use your domain for any activities that violate local, state, national, or international laws or regulations, including but not limited to the distribution of malware, phishing attempts, or any form of illegal activity.
Prohibited Uses for DirectAdmin Unmetered Plan:
Customers utilizing the DirectAdmin unmetered plan are strictly prohibited from hosting file hosting sites, image hosting sites (e.g., Instagram), or video hosting sites (e.g., YouTube).
5. Security and Abuse
- Attempting to bypass network security measures or gain unauthorized access to data or systems.
- Engaging in activities that cause harm or disruption to our network or other users' services.
The following activities are strictly prohibited while using our VPS plans:
6. Illegal Activities
- Engaging in any activity that is unlawful under local, state, national, or international law.
- Distribution, storage, or transmission of illegal content, including but not limited to pirated software, child pornography, and illegal drugs.
- Unauthorized access to computers, networks, or data (hacking).
7. Security Violations
- Attempting to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of any system, network, or breach security or authentication measures without proper authorization.
- Engaging in any form of network attack or interference, including but not limited to Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, distributed DoS (DDoS) attacks, and packet flooding.
8. Spamming and Phishing
- Sending unsolicited bulk messages, including commercial advertising and informational announcements (spam).
- Engaging in phishing or any activity intended to deceive individuals into disclosing personal or sensitive information.
9. Malicious Software
- Creating, transmitting, or distributing viruses, worms, malware, ransomware, or any other malicious software.
- Hosting, promoting, or distributing software or services that are designed to facilitate the spread of malware.
10. Intellectual Property Infringement
- Using the service to infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.
- Hosting, distributing, or linking to pirated or unauthorized copies of software, music, videos, or other protected content.
11. Fraudulent Activities
- Engaging in fraudulent activities, including but not limited to impersonation, forgery, and misrepresentation.
- Using the service to conduct or promote fraudulent schemes, including but not limited to pyramid schemes and phishing.
12. Resource Abuse
- Excessive usage of server resources that negatively impacts the performance of the server or the experience of other users.
- Running resource-intensive applications without proper authorization.
13. Network Abuse
- Using the service to interfere with or disrupt the operation of the network, servers, or other infrastructure.
- Engaging in activities that generate excessive network traffic, including but not limited to cryptocurrency mining.
14. Unethical Activities
- Engaging in activities that are considered unethical or morally objectionable, including but not limited to hate speech, harassment, and promoting violence or discrimination.
Enforcement and Consequences
Violations of this AUP may result in immediate suspension or termination of your VPS service, with or without notice. We reserve the right to take any necessary legal action to address violations and to cooperate with law enforcement authorities in investigations of suspected criminal activities.
Reporting Violations
If you become aware of any violations of this AUP, please report them to our support team at https://my.aspirehosting.in/contact.php.
Modifications
We reserve the right to modify this AUP at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated AUP on our website. Your continued use of our VPS services constitutes your acceptance of the modified AUP.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this AUP, please contact us at https://my.aspirehosting.in/contact.php.