Acceptable Use Policy Generator

Generate an acceptable use policy

An acceptable use policy, or AUP, defines what users are not allowed to do when using a website, app or online service, protecting the provider, other users and the service itself from abuse. This generator produces an AUP template listing common prohibited activities, such as breaking the law, spreading malware, unauthorised access, spam, harassment, posting illegal content and disrupting the service, and reserves the right to enforce the policy. Enter your service name and the template is ready.

An AUP gives you clear grounds to suspend or remove users who misuse your service.

Why services need an AUP

Without a clear acceptable use policy, it is harder to justify removing abusive users or content, which can expose a service to legal and reputational harm. An AUP sets expectations, deters misuse, and provides a documented basis for enforcement. It is commonly incorporated into or referenced from the terms of service, and applies to any user-generated content or interactive features.

This is a general template; tailor the prohibited activities to your specific service and audience, and have it reviewed to ensure it fits your terms and applicable law. All generation happens locally in your browser.

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