Acceptable Usage Policy (AUP)

1. Introduction

Purpose:The Acceptable Usage Policy (AUP) outlines the standards for acceptable use of Yazi's services and resources to ensure a safe, secure, and legal environment for all users. This policy is designed to protect Yazi, its employees, partners, and customers by preventing misuse of its services and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Scope:This policy applies to all users of Yazi's services, including employees, contractors, partners, and customers. It covers all Yazi-provided resources and services, including, but not limited to, websites, applications, and cloud-based services.

2. General Use and Ownership

Acceptable Use:Users must use Yazi's services for lawful and ethical purposes only. Acceptable use includes activities that align with Yazi's business objectives and adhere to all applicable laws and regulations. Users are expected to:

• Use services and resources in a manner that respects the rights and privacy of others.
• Comply with all security measures and policies.
• Report any security vulnerabilities or incidents immediately.

Prohibited Use:The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Engaging in illegal activities, including but not limited to, unauthorised access, hacking, or distribution of malware.
• Using Yazi's services for spamming, phishing, or any other fraudulent activities.
• Sharing or distributing content that is offensive, defamatory, or violates any laws or regulations.
• Attempting to interfere with the normal operation of Yazi's services, including overloading, flooding, or any form of denial-of-service attack.

Monitoring:Yazi reserves the right to monitor user activities to ensure compliance with this policy. Monitoring may include logging access and usage data, reviewing communications, and conducting audits. Users should have no expectation of privacy regarding their use of Yazi's services, except as required by law.

3. User Responsibilities

Account Security:Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials. This includes:

• Using strong, unique passwords for each account.
• Changing passwords regularly and not sharing them with others.
• Enabling two-factor authentication where available.
• Immediately reporting any suspected unauthorised access to their account.

Data Protection:Users must protect personal and sensitive information by:

• Following Yazi's data protection guidelines and policies.
• Ensuring that sensitive data is encrypted during transmission and storage.
• Not sharing personal data with unauthorised parties.

Reporting Violations:Users must report any suspected violations of this policy immediately. Reports can be made to Yazi's support team or through designated reporting channels. Prompt reporting helps Yazi address and mitigate potential security risks.

4. Use of Yazi Services

Service Access:Access to Yazi's services is provided based on user roles and responsibilities. Users must use their own credentials to access services and are prohibited from sharing access with others.

Fair Usage:Users must adhere to fair usage policies to prevent excessive use of resources that could impact other users. Fair usage includes:

• Limiting the use of bandwidth and storage to reasonable levels.
• Avoiding activities that consume disproportionate amounts of system resources.

Resource Usage:Users must use Yazi's resources efficiently and responsibly. This includes:

• Not using automated tools to access services without prior authorisation.
• Refraining from actions that could degrade the performance or security of Yazi's services.
• Complying with any additional usage guidelines provided by Yazi.

5. Communication and Conduct

Professional Conduct:Users must conduct themselves professionally and respectfully in all communications. This includes:

• Using appropriate language and tone in communications.
• Respecting the opinions and contributions of others.
• Not engaging in disruptive or offensive behaviour.

Harassment and Discrimination:Harassment, discrimination, and abusive behaviour are strictly prohibited. This includes:

• Any form of unwelcome behaviour or communication that creates a hostile or intimidating environment.
• Discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Content Standards:All content shared through Yazi's services must comply with Yazi's content standards. Users must not share or distribute content that:

• Is illegal, offensive, or harmful.
• Infringes on the intellectual property rights of others.
• Contains malware, viruses, or other harmful components.

6. Legal Compliance

Compliance with Laws:Users must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, laws regarding data protection, privacy, and intellectual property.

Intellectual Property:Users must respect intellectual property rights and avoid sharing or using copyrighted material without permission. This includes:

• Not distributing or reproducing copyrighted material without authorisation.
• Citing sources appropriately when using third-party content.
• Ensuring that all content created and shared is original or properly licensed.

7. Security Measures

Security Practices:Users must follow best security practices to protect their accounts and Yazi's systems. This includes:

• Using strong, unique passwords for their accounts.
• Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) where possible.
• Keeping their login credentials confidential and not sharing them with others.
• Regularly updating their passwords and monitoring their accounts for suspicious activity.

Incident Response: Users must follow Yazi's incident response procedures in the event of a security breach. This includes:

• Immediately reporting any suspected security incidents to Yazi's support team.
• Cooperating with Yazi's investigation and remediation efforts.
• Taking appropriate steps to secure their accounts and prevent further incidents.

8. Consequences of Violations

Disciplinary Actions: Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary actions, including suspension or termination of access to Yazi's services. Specific actions may include:

• Warning or reprimand for minor violations.
• Temporary suspension of access for repeated or serious violations.
• Permanent termination of access for severe or repeated breaches of the policy.

Legal Actions:Yazi may take legal action against users who engage in illegal activities. This includes:

• Reporting illegal activities to law enforcement authorities.
• Pursuing legal remedies, including civil or criminal prosecution, against individuals responsible for violations.

9. Updates and Revisions

Policy Changes:Yazi reserves the right to update this AUP as necessary. Changes may be made to reflect legal, technical, or operational updates and improvements.

Notification:Users will be notified of any changes to the AUP via email or through announcements on Yazi's website. It is the user's responsibility to review the updated policy and comply with any changes.

10. Acknowledgment

User Agreement:By using Yazi's services, users agree to comply with the terms of this AUP. Users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and accepted this policy. Continued use of Yazi's services constitutes acceptance of any updated or revised terms.