This Acceptable Use Policy (“Policy”) outlines rules and guidelines for using the [Your Company Name] platform, products, services, and website (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to comply with this Policy. If you violate any part of this Policy, your access to our Services may be suspended or terminated without notice.
Purpose
This Policy is designed to protect the integrity, security, and performance of our Services, and to ensure all users have a safe and professional experience.
Prohibited Uses
You may not use our Services for any of the following:
Unlawful or Harmful Activities
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations (local, national, or international).
- Promoting or engaging in illegal, fraudulent, or deceptive practices.
- Submitting false business data, reviews, or content to manipulate search engine results or Google Business Profiles.
Abuse and System Misuse
- Attempting to bypass, probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of any system or network.
- Interfering with, disrupting, or overloading the integrity or performance of our platform.
- Uploading malware, ransomware, spyware, or other malicious software.
Intellectual Property Violations
- Infringing on the copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights of others.
- Reproducing, distributing, or republishing our proprietary content or tools without permission.
Harassment or Abuse
- Sending abusive, threatening, harassing, defamatory, or hate-based messages to our team, partners, or users.
- Impersonating another person or business entity.
Misuse of Google Business Profile (GBP)
- Using fake addresses, phone numbers, or service areas to create or manage GBPs.
- Posting misleading GBP posts, fake reviews, or content that violates Google’s policies.
- Violating Google’s Terms of Service or Business Profile guidelines while using our platform.
Account & Platform Integrity
You agree not to:
- Share your account login credentials with unauthorized users.
- Use automation or bots to scrape data from our platform without explicit written permission.
- Circumvent our usage limits, subscription restrictions, or fair use thresholds.
Third-Party Services
When using our Services in conjunction with third-party tools (e.g., Google, Facebook, Intercom), you must also comply with their acceptable use policies and terms of service. We are not responsible for violations on those platforms.
Enforcement and Penalties
We reserve the right to:
- Monitor user activity for violations of this Policy.
- Remove or disable access to any content or accounts found in violation.
- Report unlawful activities to law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
- Suspend or terminate access to our Services without notice or refund in the event of a serious breach.
Reporting Violations
If you become aware of any violation of this AUP, please contact us at: support@stechlocal.com
Updates to this Policy
We may update this Acceptable Use Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or company operations. You should review this page regularly. Your continued use of the Services constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.