Acceptable Use Policy
Guidelines for permitted and prohibited uses of our services.
Effective from July 24, 2025.
1. Purpose and Scope
This Acceptable Use Policy governs your use of Originary’s services and applies to all users, including free and paid customers. This policy is incorporated into and forms part of our Terms of Service.
2. Permitted Uses
You may use our services for the following lawful purposes:
PEAC Protocol Implementation
- Publishing and managing machine-readable policies for your content
- Implementing consent and attribution frameworks
- Facilitating transparent AI-content interactions
- Building applications that respect publisher policies
Commercial Activities
- Monetizing APIs through our Gateway service
- Processing legitimate payments and transactions
- Generating receipts for compliance purposes
- Building business applications and integrations
Development and Research
- Developing applications using our APIs and SDKs
- Conducting research on agentic web technologies
- Testing and prototyping new solutions
- Educational and academic use
3. Prohibited Uses
You may not use our services for any of the following prohibited purposes:
Illegal Activities
- Any activity that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions violations
- Fraud, identity theft, or financial crimes
- Intellectual property infringement or piracy
- Hacking, cracking, or unauthorized access attempts
Harmful Content
- Content that promotes violence, terrorism, or illegal activities
- Hate speech, harassment, or discriminatory content
- Child exploitation or abuse material
- Non-consensual intimate images or revenge porn
- Content that threatens or incites harm to individuals or groups
Deceptive Practices
- False or misleading policy representations
- Impersonation of individuals, organizations, or services
- Phishing, social engineering, or scam activities
- Generating fake receipts or verification documents
- Manipulating consent or attribution records
Technical Abuse
- Attempting to circumvent security measures or access controls
- Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling our services
- Launching denial-of-service attacks or similar disruptions
- Scraping or automated data collection beyond API limits
- Introducing malware, viruses, or malicious code
Service Abuse
- Exceeding rate limits or usage quotas without authorization
- Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
- Reselling services without proper authorization
- Using services to compete directly with Originary
- Interfering with other users’ access to services
4. Content Guidelines
User-Generated Content
When uploading or creating content through our services:
- Ensure you have rights to all content you upload
- Respect intellectual property rights of others
- Follow applicable content laws and regulations
- Maintain appropriate content classifications
PEAC Policies
When creating PEAC policies:
- Provide accurate and truthful policy information
- Clearly specify usage rights and restrictions
- Include appropriate attribution requirements
- Update policies when terms change
5. Commercial Use Guidelines
Payment Processing
When using our Gateway service for payments:
- Only process payments for legitimate goods and services
- Provide clear descriptions of what users are purchasing
- Honor refund and dispute resolution policies
- Comply with payment card industry (PCI) standards
High-Risk Activities
Certain activities require pre-approval and additional compliance:
- Adult content or services (within legal bounds)
- Gambling or gaming with monetary prizes
- Cryptocurrency or digital asset services
- High-volume financial transactions
- Government or political campaigns
6. Compliance Requirements
Legal Compliance
You must comply with all applicable laws, including:
- Data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Anti-money laundering (AML) regulations
- Export control and sanctions laws
- Consumer protection regulations
- Industry-specific compliance requirements
Platform Compliance
You must also comply with:
- All Originary terms of service and policies
- Third-party platform rules where applicable
- Industry standards and best practices
- Professional ethical guidelines
7. Monitoring and Enforcement
Monitoring
We may monitor use of our services to:
- Ensure compliance with this policy
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Respond to legal requests or emergencies
- Improve service quality and security
Investigation
We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations by:
- Reviewing account activity and usage patterns
- Analyzing content and transaction data
- Cooperating with law enforcement when required
- Requesting additional information from users
8. Enforcement Actions
Warning and Education
For minor violations, we may:
- Send warning notifications
- Provide guidance on compliance
- Require acknowledgment of policy updates
- Implement additional monitoring
Service Restrictions
For more serious violations, we may:
- Temporarily restrict access to services
- Limit transaction processing capabilities
- Require additional verification or documentation
- Place accounts under enhanced monitoring
Account Suspension or Termination
For severe or repeated violations, we may:
- Suspend accounts pending investigation
- Permanently terminate access to services
- Forfeit outstanding account balances
- Report violations to appropriate authorities
9. Reporting Violations
How to Report
If you become aware of policy violations, please report them by:
- Emailing contact@originary.xyz with details
- Using our online reporting form (when available)
- Contacting customer support through your dashboard
- Providing screenshots or evidence when possible
What to Include
When reporting violations, please include:
- Detailed description of the violation
- Account information or identifiers
- Supporting evidence or documentation
- Your contact information for follow-up
10. Appeals Process
Appeal Rights
If your account is restricted or terminated, you may:
- Request a review of the enforcement action
- Provide additional context or evidence
- Propose remediation measures
- Seek clarification on policy interpretations
Appeal Process
To appeal an enforcement action:
- Submit appeal within 30 days of action
- Include relevant facts and supporting evidence
- Explain how you will prevent future violations
- Wait for our response within 15 business days
11. Policy Updates
We may update this policy to:
- Reflect changes in laws or regulations
- Address new types of abuse or violations
- Improve clarity and understanding
- Align with industry best practices
We will notify you of material changes through:
- Email notification to your registered address
- Prominent notice on our website
- In-app notifications for significant changes
- At least 30 days advance notice when possible
12. Contact Information
For questions about this policy or to report violations:
Contact: contact@originary.xyz
Mailing Address (US):
Originary
3260 Hillview Ave
Palo Alto, California, US - 94304
United States
Mailing Address (India):
Originary
Ground floor, DLF Cyber City
WeWork Forum, DLF Phase 3
Gurugram, Haryana 122002
India