Acceptable Use Policy

Effective Date: October 23, 2025
Last Updated: October 23, 2025
Version: 1.0.0

1. Introduction

This Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) governs your use of AI Marketplace and defines prohibited activities. By using our services, you agree to comply with this policy.

Violations of this policy may result in:

Removal of submitted content or listings
Suspension or termination of access
Reporting to law enforcement authorities (for illegal activities)
Legal action to protect our rights and those of others

2. Purpose

AI Marketplace is a curated directory of AI-powered tools designed to help users discover high-quality, trustworthy AI solutions. Our mission is to maintain a safe, reliable, and valuable resource for the AI community.

3. Acceptable Use

You may use AI Marketplace for lawful purposes, including:

Discovering and evaluating AI tools for personal or professional use
Researching AI technologies and capabilities
Suggesting high-quality tools for inclusion in the directory
Sharing AI Marketplace with others who may benefit from it

4. Prohibited Content

You may not submit, promote, or link to content that:

4.1 Malware and Malicious Software

Contains viruses, trojans, worms, ransomware, or other harmful code
Exploits security vulnerabilities in systems or applications
Collects user data without consent or proper disclosure
Damages, disrupts, or interferes with computer systems

4.2 Spam and Unsolicited Content

Sends unsolicited bulk messages or advertisements
Submits duplicate or repetitive listings
Uses deceptive subject lines or misleading information
Engages in email harvesting or scraping for marketing purposes

4.3 Phishing and Fraud

Impersonates individuals, organizations, or services
Attempts to steal credentials, passwords, or sensitive information
Uses social engineering tactics to deceive users
Engages in financial fraud or deceptive practices

4.4 Illegal Content

Violates local, state, national, or international laws
Promotes illegal activities or services
Facilitates copyright infringement or piracy
Distributes illegal or controlled substances
Promotes violence, terrorism, or hate speech

4.5 Misleading Listings

Provides false, inaccurate, or deceptive information about tools
Exaggerates capabilities or features of listed products
Omits critical information about risks, limitations, or costs
Uses fake reviews, testimonials, or endorsements
Misrepresents affiliation with organizations or projects

5. Prohibited Activities

You may not:

5.1 System Abuse

Attempt to gain unauthorized access to AI Marketplace systems
Circumvent security measures, authentication, or access controls
Use automated tools to scrape, harvest, or collect data without permission
Overload servers or engage in denial-of-service attacks
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our software

5.2 Content Manipulation

Manipulate rankings, votes, or engagement metrics
Create fake accounts or identities to submit multiple listings
Use bots, scripts, or automation to inflate statistics
Engage in coordinated campaigns to promote or demote listings

5.3 Intellectual Property Violations

Submit content that infringes copyrights, trademarks, or patents
Use logos, branding, or images without proper authorization
Plagiarize or copy content from other sources without attribution
Violate licensing terms of listed tools or services

5.4 Harassment and Abuse

Harass, threaten, or intimidate other users or our team
Engage in hate speech, discrimination, or offensive behavior
Violate the privacy or personal rights of others
Share personal information without consent (doxxing)

5.5 Commercial Abuse

Submit listings solely for advertising or promotional purposes
Use AI Marketplace to conduct unauthorized commercial activities
Resell access to listed tools without proper authorization
Engage in affiliate fraud or deceptive marketing practices

6. Listing Quality Standards

All submitted listings must meet our quality standards:

6.1 Quality Requirements

Accuracy: Information must be current, complete, and truthful
Functionality: Tools must work as described
Documentation: Adequate documentation must be available
Maintenance: Tools should be actively maintained (not abandoned)
Security: Tools must not pose security risks to users

6.2 Transparency Requirements

Pricing: Clearly disclose costs, fees, and subscription models
Limitations: Honestly represent features, capabilities, and limitations
Data Usage: Disclose how tools collect, use, and store user data
Dependencies: List required dependencies, integrations, or prerequisites

6.3 Ethical Considerations

Tools must respect user privacy and data protection
Tools should not enable illegal or harmful activities
Tools must comply with relevant laws and regulations
Tools should follow ethical AI development principles

7. Enforcement

7.1 Monitoring and Review

We reserve the right to:

Monitor submissions and user activity for policy compliance
Review listings for accuracy and quality standards
Investigate reports of policy violations
Remove content that violates this policy without prior notice

7.2 Consequences of Violations

Depending on the severity and frequency of violations, we may:

Issue warnings or requests for corrective action
Temporarily suspend access to submission features
Permanently ban users or organizations from the platform
Remove all associated listings and content
Report illegal activities to law enforcement

7.3 Appeals Process

If you believe your content was removed in error or your access was unfairly restricted:

Contact us at hello@ai-marketplace.example.com
Provide a detailed explanation of your appeal
Include evidence supporting your case
Allow 5-7 business days for review

We will review appeals in good faith and respond with our decision.

8. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates this policy:

Email: hello@ai-marketplace.example.com
GitHub Discussions: github.com/ai-marketplace/discussions

When reporting violations, please provide:

URL or location of the violation
Description of the issue
Screenshots or evidence (if applicable)
Your contact information (optional but helpful)

We take reports seriously and will investigate promptly.

9. Third-Party Responsibility

AI Marketplace is a directory service. We are not responsible for:

The functionality, quality, or security of listed tools
Actions taken by developers or companies behind listed tools
Transactions or interactions between users and third-party services
Content, practices, or policies of external websites

Users should conduct their own due diligence before using any listed tools.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Acceptable Use Policy to reflect:

Changes in legal requirements or industry standards
New types of prohibited content or activities
Improvements to our enforcement processes
Feedback from the community

Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be communicated through prominent website notices.

Your continued use of AI Marketplace after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Governing Law

This Acceptable Use Policy is governed by the same laws and jurisdiction specified in our Terms of Service.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us:

Email: hello@ai-marketplace.example.com
GitHub Discussions: github.com/ai-marketplace/discussions

We typically respond within 2-3 business days.

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

Policy Summary