Acceptable Use Policy
1. Purpose
This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") sets out what is and is not permitted when using the MetaEdge network and Services. It is incorporated into and forms part of our Terms & Conditions. We may update it to address new risks, and we may block, throttle, or refuse traffic at our discretion to enforce it.
2. General rule
The Services are for legitimate, lawful purposes only. You must comply with all applicable laws, the rights of third parties, and the terms and robots/usage policies of the systems you interact with. You are responsible for having a lawful basis for your activity.
3. Prohibited activities
3.1 Unlawful and harmful data practices
Any activity that violates applicable law, regulation, sanctions, or third-party rights.
Collecting, accessing, or processing non-public, personal, or protected information without a lawful basis.
Collecting data behind logins, paywalls, or access controls you are not authorised to bypass.
3.2 Security and network abuse
Denial-of-service (DoS/DDoS) or any attack on the availability, integrity, or performance of systems.
Malware, ransomware, phishing, or unauthorised access to systems, accounts, or data.
Circumventing security, authentication, rate limits, or access controls.
3.3 Fraud and deception
Ad fraud, click fraud, impression fraud, or creation/operation of fake accounts.
Impersonation or spoofing for fraudulent purposes.
Artificial engagement, vote/poll manipulation, or manipulation of ratings and reviews.
Manipulation of search-engine results or other SEO/ranking fraud.
Survey-completion schemes and similar incentive fraud.
3.4 Restricted content and activities
Unsolicited communications (spam) across email, messaging, or social platforms.
Automated purchasing/scalping, including ticket bots and limited-inventory bots.
Gambling, lotteries, and related activities where prohibited or unlicensed.
Accessing streaming or media services in breach of their terms.
Exploiting in-game economies or virtual-goods systems.
Unauthorised resale, sublicensing, or redistribution of MetaEdge proxy/network access.
Posting bulk or fraudulent classified advertisements.
3.5 Zero tolerance
Any content or activity that is illegal, that exploits or endangers minors (including CSAM), that facilitates human trafficking, terrorism, or violent extremism. Such activity is reported to the relevant authorities.
4. Enforcement
We may investigate suspected violations and take action including warning, content blocking, throttling, suspension, or termination, and may cooperate with and disclose information to authorities where required or permitted by law. We may proactively block categories of destinations or traffic to protect the network.
5. Reporting
To report suspected misuse, contact legal@metaedge.xyz (see also our Abuse Contact & Reporting page). Please include IP addresses, timestamps with time zone, affected domains, and any evidence.
6. Governing law and jurisdiction
This AUP is governed by the laws of Taiwan (R.O.C.). Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this AUP shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Taiwan Taipei District Court. Mandatory consumer and data-protection laws of your country of residence continue to apply to the extent they cannot be excluded by agreement.