Acceptable Use Policy

Last updated: January 6, 2026

This Acceptable Use Policy governs appropriate use of PC Protection Hub services. By using our platform, you agree to comply with these guidelines designed to maintain service integrity, protect user safety, and ensure a secure cybersecurity protection environment for all users.

Policy Purpose

Our Commitment: We maintain a secure, reliable platform by establishing clear boundaries for acceptable behavior and swiftly addressing violations that compromise service integrity.

Your Responsibility: Users must utilize our services exclusively for legitimate cybersecurity protection, respect resource limits, and refrain from activities that harm others or violate applicable laws.

Enforcement Approach: We employ progressive discipline for minor violations and immediate termination for severe offenses, ensuring fair but firm protection of our community.

Reporting Violations: All users play a role in maintaining platform safety by reporting suspicious activities or policy violations to our trust and safety team.

Acceptable Use Guidelines

These guidelines outline proper, authorized uses of PC Protection Hub services. Following these practices ensures compliance with our policies and optimal service experience.

Legitimate Cybersecurity Protection

Use our services exclusively for protecting your authorized devices from security threats

Compliant Examples:

  • Installing protection software on devices you own or are authorized to protect
  • Monitoring security threats on your personal or business computers
  • Receiving alerts about potential security vulnerabilities on authorized devices
  • Managing device protection settings through your account dashboard

Authorized Device Installations

Only install and use our protection services on devices where you have proper authorization

Compliant Examples:

  • Personal computers and devices you own
  • Business devices explicitly authorized by your employer
  • Family member devices with their knowledge and consent
  • Devices where you have written permission from the owner

Proper Account Management

Maintain your account responsibly and keep your credentials secure

Compliant Examples:

  • Using strong, unique passwords for your account
  • Enabling two-factor authentication when available
  • Keeping your contact information and billing details current
  • Promptly reporting any suspicious activity or unauthorized access

Reasonable Resource Consumption

Use platform resources fairly and within the limits of your subscription plan

Compliant Examples:

  • Operating within your plan's device protection limits
  • Downloading updates and reports at reasonable frequencies
  • Using API endpoints responsibly without excessive requests
  • Respecting bandwidth and storage allocations for your tier

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly forbidden and will result in enforcement actions including warnings, suspension, or immediate account termination depending on severity.

Service Abuse and Misuse

Actions that abuse, circumvent, or attempt to exploit our platform infrastructure

Violation Examples:

  • Attempting to bypass subscription limits or access controls
  • Creating multiple accounts to evade restrictions or gain unfair advantages
  • Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling our software
  • Using automated tools to scrape data or overwhelm our systems
Consequences: Immediate account suspension, potential legal action, and permanent ban

Unauthorized Access Attempts

Attempting to access systems, accounts, or data without proper authorization

Violation Examples:

  • Hacking or attempting to breach our security measures
  • Accessing another user's account without explicit permission
  • Exploiting security vulnerabilities for unauthorized access
  • Intercepting or monitoring communications not intended for you
Consequences: Account termination, law enforcement notification, and criminal prosecution

Malware Distribution and Malicious Code

Uploading, transmitting, or distributing harmful software or malicious code

Violation Examples:

  • Distributing viruses, trojans, ransomware, or other malicious software
  • Uploading files containing harmful scripts or exploit code
  • Creating or spreading phishing campaigns through our platform
  • Injecting malicious code into our services or user devices
Consequences: Immediate termination, legal prosecution, and liability for damages

Spam and Unsolicited Communications

Sending unsolicited bulk messages or using our platform for spam campaigns

Violation Examples:

  • Mass emailing or messaging users without their consent
  • Using our services to send commercial spam or advertisements
  • Creating fake accounts for spam or fraudulent purposes
  • Harvesting email addresses or user data for marketing purposes
Consequences: Account suspension, service restrictions, and potential legal action

Illegal Activities and Criminal Conduct

Using our services for any illegal purpose or criminal activities

Violation Examples:

  • Facilitating identity theft, fraud, or financial crimes
  • Distributing illegal content or copyrighted material without authorization
  • Engaging in money laundering or terrorist financing
  • Violating export control laws or international sanctions
Consequences: Immediate account termination and full cooperation with law enforcement

Harassment, Abuse, and Harmful Behavior

Engaging in behavior that harms, threatens, or harasses other users or individuals

Violation Examples:

  • Threatening, intimidating, or harassing other users
  • Distributing content that promotes violence or hatred
  • Engaging in cyberbullying or targeted harassment campaigns
  • Sharing private information about others without consent (doxxing)
Consequences: Account suspension, permanent ban, and potential legal action

Enforcement Procedures

Our enforcement approach balances user protection with fair treatment. We use progressive discipline for correctable violations and immediate action for severe offenses.

Violation Detection Methods

How we identify and investigate potential policy violations

Process Steps:

1

Automated monitoring systems scan for suspicious patterns and behavior

2

User reports and complaints are reviewed by our trust and safety team

3

Security alerts trigger investigation of potential abuse or threats

4

Regular audits of high-risk accounts and unusual activity patterns

Progressive Warning System

Graduated enforcement approach for non-severe violations

Process Steps:

1

First Violation: Written warning via email with explanation of the violation

2

Second Violation: Temporary account suspension (7-30 days) with mandatory review

3

Third Violation: Extended suspension (30-90 days) and probationary monitoring

4

Fourth Violation: Permanent account termination with no refund eligibility

Immediate Termination Scenarios

Severe violations that result in immediate account termination

Process Steps:

1

Illegal activities including hacking, fraud, or distribution of illegal content

2

Malware distribution or deliberate attempts to harm users or systems

3

Unauthorized access attempts or security breaches

4

Severe harassment, threats, or doxxing of other users

Appeal Process and Rights

How users can appeal enforcement actions they believe are incorrect

Process Steps:

1

Submit written appeal within 30 days to appeals@protect-your-pc.com

2

Provide detailed explanation and any supporting evidence

3

Independent review team evaluates the appeal within 10 business days

4

Final decision is communicated via email with detailed reasoning

Appeal Rights:

You have the right to appeal any enforcement action within 30 days. Appeals are reviewed by an independent team not involved in the original decision. Contact appeals@protect-your-pc.com with detailed information and supporting evidence for review.

Service Usage Terms

To ensure fair access and optimal performance for all users, we maintain technical limits and resource allocation policies based on your subscription tier.

Bandwidth Limitations

Fair usage policy limits to ensure optimal service for all users

Standard Plan: 50GB monthly bandwidth for updates and reports
Premium Plan: 200GB monthly bandwidth with priority access
Enterprise Plan: Custom bandwidth allocation based on contract

Resource Consumption Guidelines

Reasonable use of computational resources and system capacity

API rate limits: 1000 requests per hour per account
Concurrent device protections limited by subscription tier
Report generation: Maximum 50 custom reports per month

Service Availability

Expected uptime and scheduled maintenance windows

99.9% uptime guarantee for Premium and Enterprise tiers
Scheduled maintenance during low-traffic periods (2-4 AM EST)
Emergency maintenance notifications sent 2 hours in advance

Performance Optimization

Best practices for optimal service performance

Keep software updated to latest versions for best performance
Remove inactive or unused device protections from your account
Use dashboard filters and date ranges to optimize report loading

Fair Usage Enforcement:

Accounts consistently exceeding usage limits may be contacted to upgrade their subscription or reduce usage. Repeated violations of usage limits may result in temporary service restrictions or account suspension to protect service availability for all users.

Compliance Monitoring

We employ multiple detection methods to identify policy violations and maintain platform integrity. Users also play a crucial role in reporting abuse and suspicious activities.

Automated Detection Systems

AI-powered monitoring that identifies suspicious patterns in real-time

Machine learning algorithms detect unusual account behavior
Anomaly detection for resource usage spikes and abuse patterns
Automated flagging of potentially malicious activities

User Reporting Mechanism

How users can report violations and abuse they encounter

In-app reporting buttons on user profiles and content
Dedicated email: abuse@protect-your-pc.com for urgent reports
Anonymous reporting option for sensitive security issues

Trust and Safety Team

Dedicated team reviewing reports and investigating violations

24/7 monitoring of critical security and abuse reports
Expert analysts with cybersecurity and fraud detection backgrounds
Coordination with law enforcement for criminal activities

Contact Policy Enforcement Team

For questions about this policy, to report violations, or to request clarification on acceptable use guidelines, contact our policy enforcement team:

Report Abuse or Violations

abuse@protect-your-pc.com

24/7 monitoring for urgent security issues

Policy Clarification Requests

policy@protect-your-pc.com

Response time: Within 48 hours during business days

Submit Appeal

appeals@protect-your-pc.com

Independent review within 10 business days

Emergency Security Hotline

+1 (555) 123-SAFE (7233)

24/7 for critical security threats or ongoing attacks

Policy Updates and Changes

We reserve the right to modify this Acceptable Use Policy to address new security threats, abuse patterns, or legal requirements. When material changes are made:

  • Email notifications sent to all active users at least 15 days before changes take effect
  • Prominent banner notifications displayed on login and dashboard pages
  • "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent changes
  • Version history maintained for reference and transparency

Continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. If you disagree with changes, you may close your account before the effective date.