Acceptable Use Policy
Last updated: August 12, 2025
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This Acceptable Use Policy governs your use of Autoral.video services. Violation of these policies may result in service suspension or termination. Please read and understand these guidelines to ensure compliance.
This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") sets forth the guidelines and restrictions for using Autoral.video's video hosting and streaming services. This policy is incorporated into and forms part of our Terms of Service. By using our services, you agree to comply with this AUP.
1. General Principles
Autoral.video is committed to providing a safe, secure, and reliable platform for video hosting and streaming. Users are expected to use our services responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
You are solely responsible for all content you upload, store, or distribute through our services, and for ensuring that your use of our platform does not violate this AUP or any applicable laws.
2. Prohibited Content
The following types of content are strictly prohibited on our platform:
Illegal Content:
- Content that violates any local, state, national, or international law or regulation
- Content that infringes upon copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights
- Content that contains or promotes illegal activities
- Pirated software, movies, music, or other copyrighted materials
Adult and Sexual Content:
- Pornographic, sexually explicit, or adult content
- Content depicting nudity in a sexual context
- Content that sexualizes minors in any way
- Content promoting prostitution or escort services
Violence and Harmful Content:
- Content that promotes, encourages, or depicts violence against individuals or groups
- Content that threatens, harasses, or intimidates others
- Content that promotes self-harm or suicide
- Content depicting animal cruelty or abuse
Hate Speech and Discrimination:
- Content that promotes hatred, discrimination, or violence based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
- Content that contains slurs, epithets, or other derogatory language targeting protected groups
- Content that promotes supremacist ideologies or extremist groups
Dangerous and Harmful Activities:
- Content that provides instructions for creating weapons, explosives, or dangerous substances
- Content that promotes dangerous challenges or activities that could result in injury
- Content related to terrorism, extremism, or terrorist activities
- Content that promotes illegal drug use or distribution
3. Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited when using our services:
Abuse and Exploitation:
- Using our services to facilitate human trafficking or exploitation
- Uploading content involving minors in inappropriate situations
- Using our platform for grooming or predatory behavior
- Creating or distributing revenge porn or non-consensual intimate images
Fraud and Deception:
- Using our services for fraudulent activities or scams
- Impersonating other individuals, organizations, or entities
- Creating fake or misleading content designed to deceive viewers
- Engaging in phishing or other deceptive practices
Technical Abuse:
- Attempting to circumvent our security measures or access controls
- Uploading malware, viruses, or other malicious code
- Engaging in activities that could harm our infrastructure or other users
- Excessive bandwidth usage that impacts service quality for other users
- Using automated tools to abuse our services (except with explicit permission)
Spam and Unwanted Content:
- Uploading spam, junk, or irrelevant content
- Mass distribution of unsolicited content
- Creating multiple accounts to evade restrictions or bans
- Engaging in coordinated inauthentic behavior
4. Intellectual Property Compliance
Users must respect intellectual property rights when using our services:
- Copyright Compliance: Only upload content you own or have proper licensing for
- Fair Use: Ensure any use of copyrighted material falls within fair use guidelines
- Attribution: Provide proper attribution when required by content licenses
- DMCA Compliance: We respond to valid DMCA takedown notices as required by law
- Trademark Respect: Do not use trademarks in ways that could cause confusion or infringement
5. Privacy and Data Protection
Users must respect privacy rights and applicable data protection laws:
- Obtain proper consent before uploading content featuring other individuals
- Respect privacy rights and do not upload private information without consent
- Comply with applicable data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Do not use our services to collect personal information without proper disclosure
- Implement appropriate privacy settings for your content
6. Resource Usage and Performance
To ensure optimal service for all users, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Storage Limits: Stay within your plan's storage allocation
- Bandwidth Usage: Monitor your bandwidth consumption and upgrade if necessary
- File Formats: Upload videos in supported formats for optimal performance
- Quality Guidelines: Follow our recommendations for video encoding and quality
- Reasonable Use: Use our services in a manner that doesn't negatively impact other users
7. Commercial Use Guidelines
Commercial use of our services is permitted under the following conditions:
- Comply with all applicable business and tax regulations
- Ensure all advertising content is legal and not misleading
- Respect intellectual property rights in all commercial content
- Provide clear terms and conditions for any services offered through your content
- Handle customer data in compliance with privacy laws
- Do not engage in misleading or deceptive business practices
8. Reporting Violations
We encourage users to report violations of this AUP:
How to Report:
- Use our abuse reporting system in your account dashboard
- Email our abuse team with detailed information
- Provide specific examples and evidence when possible
- Include URLs and timestamps for video content
What to Include:
- Description of the violation
- Relevant URLs or account information
- Supporting evidence or documentation
- Your contact information for follow-up
9. Enforcement and Consequences
Violations of this AUP may result in the following actions:
Content Actions:
- Content removal or takedown
- Content restriction or age-gating
- Demonetization of commercial content
- Content quarantine pending review
Account Actions:
- Warning notifications
- Temporary account suspension
- Permanent account termination
- Restriction of specific features or services
Legal Actions:
- Cooperation with law enforcement investigations
- Reporting to relevant authorities when required by law
- Legal action to protect our rights and those of other users
10. Appeals Process
If you believe your content or account was wrongly actioned, you may appeal through our appeals process:
- Submit appeals through your account dashboard
- Provide detailed explanation of why the action was incorrect
- Include any relevant evidence or context
- Allow reasonable time for review (typically 5-10 business days)
- Accept that appeals decisions are final
11. International Compliance
Users accessing our services from different countries must comply with:
- Local laws and regulations in their jurisdiction
- International treaties and agreements
- Export control and sanctions regulations
- Content restrictions specific to their region
- Data localization requirements where applicable
12. Policy Updates
This Acceptable Use Policy may be updated from time to time:
- Users will be notified of significant changes via email
- Updated policies will be posted on our website
- Changes take effect 30 days after notification
- Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated policies
- Users should regularly review this policy for updates
13. Contact Information
For questions about this Acceptable Use Policy or to report violations:
- Contact our support team through your account dashboard
- Email our abuse reporting team
- Use our online contact form
- We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours
COMPLIANCE REMINDER: Adherence to this Acceptable Use Policy is mandatory for all Autoral.video users. Regular violations may result in permanent account termination and potential legal action.
This Acceptable Use Policy is effective as of the date shown above and applies to all users of Autoral.video services. It is incorporated into and forms part of our Terms of Service.