Acceptable Use Policy

1. Purpose

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") defines the rules and guidelines for using Hacker Bot's security testing platform. Our mission is to help developers build more secure software through ethical, white-hat security testing. This policy ensures our platform is used responsibly and legally.

2. Authorization Requirement

This is the most critical requirement: You must have explicit, documented authorization to test any system you submit to Hacker Bot.

3. Permitted Uses

Hacker Bot is designed for the following legitimate use cases:

• Testing your own web applications before deployment
• Continuous security monitoring of your production systems
• Validating security fixes and patches
• Compliance and security audit preparation
• Security research on systems you own or have authorization to test
• Educational purposes in controlled environments

4. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Unauthorized Testing

• Testing systems without proper authorization
• Exceeding the scope of authorized testing
• Testing critical infrastructure or emergency services

Malicious Activities

• Using findings to exploit, harm, or extort
• Distributing vulnerability information irresponsibly
• Attempting to access data beyond testing scope
• Denial of service attacks or resource exhaustion

Platform Abuse

• Attempting to bypass platform security controls
• Sharing account credentials with unauthorized users
• Reverse engineering or copying our scanning technology
• Using the platform for competitive intelligence gathering

Illegal Content

• Testing systems hosting illegal content
• Using the platform to facilitate any illegal activity
• Violating export control or sanctions regulations

5. Rate Limits and Fair Use

To ensure platform stability and fair access for all users:

• Respect scan rate limits defined by your subscription tier
• Do not attempt to circumvent throttling or rate limiting
• Coordinate with us before conducting large-scale testing
• Report any platform issues instead of attempting workarounds

6. Responsible Disclosure

If you discover vulnerabilities in third-party systems through authorized testing, we encourage responsible disclosure. Follow the target organization's disclosure policy, or allow reasonable time for remediation before any public disclosure. Never use discovered vulnerabilities for personal gain or to cause harm.

7. Monitoring and Enforcement

We monitor platform usage to detect violations of this policy. If we identify suspicious activity:

• We may request proof of authorization for specific targets
• We may suspend scanning capabilities pending investigation
• We may terminate accounts for serious or repeated violations
• We may report illegal activity to appropriate authorities

8. Consequences of Violation

Violations of this AUP may result in:

• Warning and required corrective action
• Temporary suspension of services
• Permanent account termination without refund
• Reporting to law enforcement where appropriate
• Legal action to recover damages

9. Reporting Violations

If you become aware of any violation of this Acceptable Use Policy, please report it immediately to abuse@hacker-bot.com. We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly.

10. Contact

For questions about this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us at legal@hacker-bot.com.