1. Purpose and Scope
This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") governs your use of Splitifi's website, applications, and services (collectively, the "Service"). This AUP is incorporated into and forms part of ourTerms of Service.
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to comply with this AUP. Violation of this AUP may result in suspension or termination of your account and access to the Service.
Our Commitment
We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all users. We expect all users to use the Service responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws.
2. Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to use the Service for any of the following purposes:
2.1 Illegal Activities
- • Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
- • Engaging in any illegal activity or facilitating illegal conduct
- • Money laundering, fraud, or other financial crimes
- • Harassment, stalking, or threatening behavior
- • Child exploitation or endangerment in any form
- • Human trafficking or exploitation
- • Drug trafficking or illegal substance distribution
2.2 Harmful Content
- Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, ransomware, or other malicious code
- Distributing spam, phishing attempts, or fraudulent communications
- Posting pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit material
- Sharing content that promotes violence, terrorism, or extremism
- Distributing hate speech or content that discriminates based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
- Posting content that glorifies self-harm or suicide
2.3 Abuse and Harassment
- Harassing, threatening, intimidating, or abusing other users
- Engaging in cyberbullying or targeted harassment campaigns
- Doxxing (publicly sharing private information without consent)
- Impersonating another person, organization, or entity
- Creating fake accounts or misleading users about your identity
- Coordinating harassment or encouraging others to harass individuals
2.4 Intellectual Property Violations
- Infringing on copyrights, trademarks, patents, or other intellectual property rights
- Uploading pirated content or counterfeit materials
- Sharing proprietary information without authorization
- Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling our Service
- Removing or modifying copyright notices or watermarks
2.5 Security Violations
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
- Hacking, cracking, or bypassing security measures
- Conducting security vulnerability testing without prior written permission
- Accessing another user's account without authorization
- Intercepting or monitoring data or communications not intended for you
- Overwhelming our servers with denial-of-service attacks
2.6 Misuse of Service
- Using automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) without written permission
- Mining or harvesting data from the Service
- Creating multiple accounts to evade restrictions or bans
- Reselling or commercializing the Service without authorization
- Using the Service to compete with Splitifi
- Framing or mirroring any part of the Service without permission
2.7 Privacy Violations
- Sharing confidential information without proper authorization
- Violating attorney-client privilege or work product protections
- Accessing or disclosing sealed court records
- Publishing private information about minors
- Using personal information for purposes other than intended
2.8 Fraudulent Activity
- Providing false, misleading, or deceptive information
- Creating fraudulent accounts or identities
- Payment fraud, chargebacks abuse, or other financial manipulation
- Manipulating financial calculations or settlement data
- Submitting forged or falsified documents
3. Professional Conduct Standards
3.1 For Legal Professionals
Attorneys and other legal professionals using Splitifi must:
- Comply with all applicable professional conduct rules and ethics regulations
- Maintain client confidentiality and protect privileged communications
- Avoid conflicts of interest
- Provide competent representation
- Not engage in the unauthorized practice of law in jurisdictions where not licensed
- Maintain professional liability insurance as required
- Keep client funds separate from personal or business funds
3.2 For All Users
- Treat all users with respect and professionalism
- Communicate truthfully and honestly
- Respect confidentiality and privacy of sensitive information
- Follow court rules and legal procedures
- Avoid vexatious or frivolous use of legal processes
4. Data Usage and Privacy
4.1 Permitted Data Use
You may use data from the Service only for:
- Your own divorce or family law case
- Cases where you are the attorney of record
- Cases where you have been granted explicit access
- Purposes authorized in our Terms of Service
4.2 Prohibited Data Use
- Downloading or exporting data for competitive purposes
- Creating derivative databases from our data
- Sharing case data with unauthorized third parties
- Using data for marketing or solicitation without consent
- Training AI models on user data without authorization
5. User Content Standards
5.1 Accuracy
You must provide accurate and truthful information. Knowingly submitting false information may:
- Result in account termination
- Constitute perjury or fraud if used in legal proceedings
- Subject you to legal liability
- Harm other parties involved in your case
5.2 Appropriate Content
Content you upload must be:
- Relevant to your legal case or professional work
- Free from malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Properly redacted to protect sensitive information of third parties
- Compliant with court rules regarding sealed or confidential documents
- Appropriate for a professional legal services platform
6. Monitoring and Enforcement
6.1 Our Rights
Splitifi reserves the right to:
- Monitor use of the Service for compliance with this AUP
- Investigate suspected violations
- Remove or disable access to content that violates this AUP
- Suspend or terminate accounts for violations
- Report illegal activity to law enforcement
- Cooperate with legal authorities in investigations
- Preserve evidence of violations
6.2 No Obligation to Monitor
While we reserve the right to monitor, we have no obligation to do so. We are not responsible for user-generated content or for detecting violations proactively.
7. Consequences of Violations
7.1 Enforcement Actions
Violations of this AUP may result in:
Warning
First-time or minor violations may result in a warning and opportunity to correct the behavior.
Temporary Suspension
Repeated or serious violations may result in temporary suspension of your account (typically 7-30 days).
Permanent Termination
Severe or repeated violations may result in permanent account termination and ban from the Service.
Legal Action
Illegal activity will be reported to law enforcement and may result in civil or criminal prosecution.
7.2 No Refunds
Account termination for AUP violations will not result in refunds of subscription fees paid.
8. Reporting Violations
8.1 How to Report
If you become aware of any violation of this AUP, please report it immediately:
8.2 Information to Include
When reporting a violation, please provide:
- Your contact information
- Description of the violation
- Date and time of occurrence
- Username or account involved (if known)
- Screenshots or evidence (if available)
- Links to relevant content
9. Third-Party Services and Integrations
If you use third-party services or integrations with Splitifi:
- You must comply with the third party's terms of service and acceptable use policies
- You are responsible for your use of third-party services
- We are not liable for third-party services or their actions
- You must ensure third-party integrations do not violate this AUP
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Acceptable Use Policy at any time. Material changes will be communicated through:
- Email notification to registered users
- Prominent notice on our Service
- In-app notifications
Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated AUP.
11. Questions and Contact
If you have questions about this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us:
Acknowledgment
By using Splitifi, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Acceptable Use Policy.
Violations may result in account termination and legal action.