Acceptable Use Policy

ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

Responsible Hosting.
Clear Usage Standards.

NessNode VPS Store provides flexible server infrastructure for lawful websites, applications, development environments and online projects. This policy defines prohibited activities and responsible VPS usage requirements.

01 / POLICY PURPOSE

Acceptable VPS Usage

This Acceptable Use Policy applies to NessNode VPS services and forms part of the rules governing the use of our infrastructure.

Customers may use their VPS for lawful websites, applications, development, testing, databases, business systems and other legitimate online projects, provided that their activity does not violate applicable laws, third-party rights, the NessNode Terms of Service or payment provider requirements.

02 / CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

You Control Your VPS. You Also Control Its Use.

Customers are responsible for activity performed through their VPS, including activity conducted by applications, websites, users, administrators or other parties given access to the server.

Keep your server secure

Customers should protect administrative credentials, apply appropriate security updates, monitor services and investigate unusual activity. A compromised server should be secured promptly to prevent further abuse.

03 / ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES

Illegal or Unlawful Use Is Prohibited

NessNode VPS services must not be used to facilitate, promote or conduct unlawful activity.

Fraud & Deception Fraudulent websites, impersonation, phishing schemes or deceptive activities.
Stolen Information Unauthorized collection, sale or distribution of personal or confidential information.
Illegal Content Content or services that violate applicable laws or regulatory requirements.
Intellectual Property Abuse Unauthorized use or distribution of copyrighted, trademarked or otherwise protected material.
04 / SECURITY ABUSE

Malware, Attacks & Unauthorized Access

NessNode infrastructure must not be used to attack, compromise, disrupt or gain unauthorized access to systems, networks, accounts or devices.

Malware & Ransomware Hosting or distributing malicious software, ransomware, trojans or similar harmful code.
Botnets & Command Systems Operating infrastructure used to control compromised devices or coordinate malicious activity.
Credential Abuse Credential theft, credential stuffing, unauthorized login attempts or account compromise.
Unauthorized Access Attempting to access systems or networks without appropriate authorization.
05 / NETWORK & RESOURCE ABUSE

Protecting Network Reliability

Customers must use network resources responsibly and must not intentionally create traffic or activity that materially disrupts infrastructure, networks or other users.

Network Attacks DDoS attacks, flooding, packet abuse or intentional network disruption.
Port & System Abuse Unauthorized scanning, exploitation or persistent attempts to compromise third-party systems.
Spam Operations Bulk unsolicited messaging, abusive mail campaigns or infrastructure primarily used for spam.
Resource Abuse Activity intentionally designed to bypass service limitations or interfere with other infrastructure.
06 / CONTENT & COPYRIGHT

Respect Copyright & Intellectual Property

Customers must have appropriate rights, licenses or authorization for the content and software operated through their VPS.

Copyright complaints are handled under the NessNode DMCA Policy. Customers should review the DMCA process when a copyright owner reports potentially infringing material hosted through a NessNode service.

Responsible content management

Customers are responsible for reviewing third-party content, licenses, software permissions and intellectual property rights before hosting or distributing material through their VPS.

07 / FRAUD & PAYMENT ABUSE

Honest Transactions & Authorized Payments

Customers must use payment methods they are authorized to use and provide accurate information when purchasing NessNode services.

Fraudulent transactions, unauthorized payment methods, payment manipulation, deceptive purchase activity and attempts to obtain services through false information are prohibited.

Customers must also comply with applicable payment provider requirements, including relevant PayPal policies. PayPal prohibits unlawful activity, intellectual property infringement, fraudulent or suspicious activity and other restricted transactions under its applicable policies.

08 / ENFORCEMENT

Policy Enforcement

NessNode may review suspected violations based on available information, abuse reports, security events, legal requirements or operational risks.

STEP 01 Review We may review the reported activity and relevant service information.
STEP 02 Action We may request corrective action or restrict affected services when reasonably necessary.
STEP 03 Resolution Serious or repeated violations may result in suspension or termination under our Terms.

Where appropriate, NessNode may provide an opportunity to correct an issue. Immediate restrictions may be applied when necessary to protect infrastructure, customers, third parties, comply with legal requirements or address serious abuse.

09 / CONTACT

Questions About Acceptable Use?

If you are unsure whether a planned VPS workload is permitted, contact NessNode before deploying the activity. Providing a clear description of your intended use can help us review the request more effectively.

Need Help With VPS Usage?

Contact our support team for questions about permitted workloads, server usage, security concerns or policy requirements.

Contact NessNode
This Acceptable Use Policy should be read together with the NessNode Terms of Service, DMCA Policy, Privacy Policy, Refund Policy and Digital Delivery Policy. Customers are responsible for complying with applicable laws, third-party rights, NessNode policies and relevant payment provider requirements.