Acceptable Use Policy
Last Updated: September 10, 2026

Acceptable Use Policy for Aegis Cyber Defense
This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") governs the use of the Aegis Cyber Defense website, systems, products, services, communications, and resources.
By accessing our website, contacting us, scheduling services, purchasing products, or using services provided by Aegis Cyber Defense ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"), you agree to comply with this Acceptable Use Policy.
Failure to comply with this policy may result in the suspension or termination of access to services, at our sole discretion.

1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to ensure the safe, lawful, ethical, and responsible use of Aegis Cyber Defense resources and services.
We are committed to maintaining the security, availability, and integrity of our systems and protecting our customers, partners, and community from misuse and abuse.

2. Permitted Use
Users may access and use our website and services only for lawful purposes related to obtaining information, communicating with our company, purchasing products, scheduling appointments, or engaging authorized services.
Users are expected to act responsibly and respect all applicable laws and regulations.

3. Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Illegal Activities
You may not use our website, services, products, or communications to:
Violate any local, state, federal, or international law.
Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or unlawful conduct.
Promote or facilitate criminal activity.
Circumvent legal restrictions or regulatory requirements.

Unauthorized Access
You may not:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks.
Access accounts, systems, or data belonging to others without authorization.
Circumvent authentication or security controls.
Attempt to exploit vulnerabilities or weaknesses in our systems.

Malware and Malicious Code
You may not:
Upload, distribute, transmit, or deploy malware.
Introduce viruses, worms, ransomware, trojans, spyware, or malicious software.
Attempt to compromise website functionality or system security.
Conduct activities intended to disrupt operations.

Network Abuse
You may not:
Launch denial-of-service (DoS) or distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
Interfere with network communications.
Flood systems with excessive traffic.
Intentionally disrupt service availability.

Security Testing Without Authorization
You may not:
Conduct vulnerability scans against Company systems.
Perform penetration testing.
Attempt security research involving Company resources.
Probe systems, ports, applications, or infrastructure without written authorization from Aegis Cyber Defense.
Individuals interested in reporting security concerns should follow our Vulnerability Disclosure Policy.

Data Collection and Scraping
You may not:
Harvest email addresses.
Collect information using automated tools.
Scrape website content.
Use bots for unauthorized collection of data.
Compile contact information for spam or marketing purposes.

Spam and Unsolicited Communications
You may not:
Send spam through forms or communication channels.
Distribute unsolicited promotional content.
Engage in phishing activities.
Misrepresent identities in communications.

Intellectual Property Violations
You may not:
Copy or reproduce website content without permission.
Use Company logos, trademarks, branding, graphics, or materials without authorization.
Misrepresent Company content as your own.

4. Residential and Business Services
Customers using Aegis Cyber Defense services agree not to:
Request services that violate applicable laws.
Use Company services to facilitate cybercrime.
Request assistance with unauthorized access to systems.
Request assistance bypassing security controls on systems they do not own or administer.
Engage in activities that could expose Company employees, contractors, or systems to legal or security risks.
Aegis Cyber Defense reserves the right to refuse service requests that appear unlawful, unethical, or inconsistent with our business practices.

5. App Development Services
Clients engaging custom software or application development services agree not to request software designed to:
Facilitate unauthorized system access.
Circumvent licensing mechanisms.
Conduct malicious cybersecurity activities.
Harvest personal information unlawfully.
Violate privacy regulations or data protection laws.
Projects found to violate these standards may be declined or terminated.

6. 3D Printing Services
Customers utilizing 3D printing services agree not to request the design, creation, or reproduction of items that:
Violate applicable laws.
Infringe intellectual property rights.
Create safety hazards.
Are intended for unlawful activities.
Aegis Cyber Defense reserves the right to refuse any print request at its sole discretion.

7. Monitoring and Enforcement
To protect the security and integrity of our systems, Aegis Cyber Defense reserves the right to investigate suspected violations of this Acceptable Use Policy.
We may take actions including:
Restricting access
Suspending services
Terminating services
Blocking communications
Preserving evidence
Cooperating with law enforcement authorities when legally required

8. Reporting Abuse or Security Concerns
If you become aware of misuse of our website or services, please notify us promptly.
Aegis Cyber Defense
Mansfield, Texas
Phone: 817-828-4982
Email: michael@aegis-cyber-defense.com
Website: https://www.aegis-cyber-defense.com
For security-related reports, please refer to our Vulnerability Disclosure Policy.

9. Policy Updates
Aegis Cyber Defense may revise this Acceptable Use Policy from time to time.
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact:
Aegis Cyber Defense
Mansfield, Texas
Phone: 817-828-4982
Email: michael@aegis-cyber-defense.com
Website: https://www.aegis-cyber-defense.com