This Acceptable Usage Policy ("Policy") outlines the acceptable and unacceptable use of the services provided by Oner Hosting, a division of Onerserv (Pty) Ltd ("Provider"). By using our services, you agree to comply with this Policy. This Policy is designed to ensure the integrity, security, and reliability of our services for all users.
2. Prohibited Activities
You may not use the Provider's services to engage in, foster, or promote illegal, abusive, or irresponsible behavior, including but not limited to the following:
Illegal Activities: Any activity that violates local, state, national, or international laws or regulations.
Harmful Content: Uploading, distributing, or sharing content that is harmful, abusive, obscene, or defamatory.
Spam: Sending unsolicited bulk messages or emails (spam), including bulk commercial advertising and informational announcements.
Malware: Distributing software or code that is intended to harm, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to any system or data.
Phishing: Creating or distributing content designed to deceive users into disclosing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, or financial data.
Network Abuse: Activities that disrupt or interfere with the normal use of the network, services, or equipment of the Provider or other users.
Resource Abuse: Excessive use of system resources in a manner that may impair or degrade the performance of the Provider's services for other users.
Hate Speech: Hosting or distributing content that promotes violence or hatred against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics.
3. Security
You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Provider's services does not compromise the security of the Provider's network or the networks and systems of others. Prohibited security-related activities include:
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any network, system, or account.
Introducing or distributing malware, viruses, or other harmful software.
Conducting any form of network monitoring or scanning without authorization.
Interfering with the proper functioning of any system, including deliberate attempts to overload a system or network.
4. User Responsibilities
As a user of the Provider's services, you agree to:
Maintain the security and confidentiality of your account credentials.
Immediately report any unauthorized use or security breaches to the Provider.
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your use of the services.
Respect the rights and privacy of other users.
5. Enforcement
The Provider reserves the right to monitor your use of the services to ensure compliance with this Policy. Violations of this Policy may result in the following actions:
Issuance of a warning to the user.
Temporary or permanent suspension of the user's account.
Termination of the user's account.
Legal action, if necessary.
The Provider may, at its sole discretion, take any other action it deems necessary to protect the security, integrity, and availability of its services.
6. Reporting Violations
If you become aware of any violation of this Policy, please report it to the Provider immediately. You can report violations via the following methods:
The Provider reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Provider's website. Your continued use of the Provider's services after any changes to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of the new Policy.
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