Introduction

This Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) defines acceptable and prohibited uses of DTF Gang Sheet Builder’s SaaS platform (“Service”) and supplements our Terms of Service. This policy applies to all users, subscribers, and anyone accessing our Service.

Violation of this policy may result in account suspension, termination, or legal action. We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations and take appropriate action.

Related Documents

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Service.

Acceptable Uses

Permitted Activities

You may use our Service for:

• Legitimate Business Purposes: Creating gang sheets for DTF printing businesses
• Personal Projects: Non-commercial design work and personal use
• Educational Use: Learning design techniques and DTF processes
• Client Work: Creating designs for paying customers and clients
• Portfolio Development: Building professional design portfolios

Design Content Guidelines

Your uploaded designs should:

• Be original work or properly licensed content
• Comply with intellectual property laws
• Meet our technical specifications
• Be appropriate for commercial printing

Prohibited Uses

Illegal Activities

You may NOT use our Service for:

• Copyright Infringement: Uploading designs that violate copyright laws
• Trademark Violation: Using protected trademarks without authorization
• Counterfeit Products: Creating designs for fake or counterfeit goods
• Illegal Content: Any content that violates applicable laws
• Fraud: Deceptive practices or misrepresentation

Harmful Content

Prohibited content includes:

• Hate Speech: Content that promotes hatred against individuals or groups
• Violence: Graphic violence, threats, or promotion of violence
• Harassment: Content designed to harass, bully, or intimidate
• Adult Content: Sexually explicit or inappropriate material
• Defamatory Content: False statements that damage reputation

Technical Abuse

You may NOT:

• System Interference: Attempt to disrupt or damage our Service
• Unauthorized Access: Try to access restricted areas or other user accounts
• Reverse Engineering: Attempt to reverse engineer our software
• Automated Abuse: Use bots or scripts without permission
• Resource Abuse: Excessive use that degrades service for others

Business Violations

Prohibited business activities:

• Competing Services: Using our platform to build competing services
• Reselling Access: Selling or transferring account access to others
• Data Mining: Extracting data for unauthorized purposes
• Service Circumvention: Bypassing usage limits or restrictions

Intellectual Property Guidelines

Copyright Compliance

• Own Your Content: Only upload designs you own or have licensing rights for
• Respect Others’ Rights: Do not infringe on copyrighted materials
• Licensed Content: Ensure proper licensing for any third-party elements
• Fair Use Limitations: Fair use is complex and restrictive; when in doubt, don’t use

Trademark Considerations

• Brand Protection: Do not use others’ trademarks without permission
• Logo Usage: Company logos require explicit authorization
• Celebrity Rights: Names and likenesses may be protected
• Sports Teams: Team logos and names are typically protected

Common Violations to Avoid

• Movie/TV Characters: Usually protected by copyright and trademark
• Music Lyrics: Protected by copyright, require licensing
• Branded Characters: Disney, Marvel, etc. characters are protected
• Stock Photos: Must be properly licensed for commercial use
• Font Licensing: Commercial fonts may require licensing for business use

Content Moderation

Review Process

We may review content through:

• Automated Systems: AI-powered content screening
• Manual Review: Human review of flagged content
• User Reports: Community reporting of violations
• Proactive Monitoring: Regular compliance checks

Content Actions

If prohibited content is found, we may:

• Remove Content: Delete violating designs immediately
• Issue Warnings: Notify users of policy violations
• Suspend Features: Temporarily restrict upload capabilities
• Account Suspension: Temporarily disable accounts for serious violations
• Account Termination: Permanently close accounts for repeated violations

Account Responsibilities

User Obligations

As a user, you must:

• Monitor Your Content: Regularly review your uploads for compliance
• Report Violations: Report suspected violations by other users
• Maintain Security: Keep your account credentials secure
• Update Information: Keep account information accurate and current
• Comply with Laws: Follow all applicable local and international laws

Account Sharing

• Individual Use: Accounts are for individual or single business use
• No Sharing: Do not share account credentials with others
• Team Plans: Use appropriate team plans for multiple users
• Authorization: Only authorized individuals should access business accounts

Resource Usage and Fair Use

Reasonable Use

Our platform is designed for normal business use. Reasonable use includes:

• Standard Design Work: Typical gang sheet creation activities
• Regular Uploads: Normal frequency of design uploads
• Typical Storage: Appropriate use of temporary processing resources
• Normal Traffic: Standard platform usage patterns

Prohibited Resource Abuse

Excessive usage that may impact service quality:

• Mass Uploads: Uploading hundreds of files simultaneously
• Automated Tools: Using scripts or bots without permission
• Resource Hogging: Activities that consume excessive server resources
• Storage Abuse: Attempting to use our platform for file storage

Enforcement and Penalties

Violation Response

When violations are detected:

1. Initial Warning: First-time minor violations receive warnings
2. Content Removal: Violating content is removed immediately
3. Feature Restriction: Temporary limitations on account capabilities
4. Account Suspension: Temporary account deactivation
5. Account Termination: Permanent account closure for serious violations

Appeal Process

If you believe enforcement action was taken in error:

• Contact Support: Email hello@dtfgangsheetbuilder.com with “AUP Appeal”
• Provide Evidence: Include supporting documentation
• Review Timeline: Appeals reviewed within 5 business days
• Final Decision: Our decision on appeals is final

Reinstatement

• Minor Violations: Accounts may be reinstated after corrective action
• Serious Violations: May result in permanent termination
• Repeat Offenders: Multiple violations may result in permanent bans
• Legal Violations: May be reported to appropriate authorities

Legal Compliance

Law Enforcement Cooperation

We cooperate with law enforcement regarding:

• Legal Requests: Responding to valid legal process
• Criminal Activity: Reporting suspected criminal activity
• Court Orders: Complying with court-ordered requests
• Regulatory Requirements: Meeting legal and regulatory obligations

International Compliance

Our Service operates internationally, requiring compliance with:

• EU Laws: GDPR and other European regulations
• Swedish Law: Local Swedish legal requirements
• International Treaties: Copyright and trademark treaties
• Export Controls: Technology export restrictions where applicable

Reporting Violations

How to Report

Report suspected violations by:

• Email: hello@dtfgangsheetbuilder.com with “AUP Violation Report”
• Include Details: Specific information about the violation
• Provide Evidence: Screenshots or other supporting materials
• Contact Information: Your contact details for follow-up

What to Report

• Copyright Infringement: Unauthorized use of copyrighted materials
• Inappropriate Content: Violations of content guidelines
• Abuse: Harassment or harmful behavior
• Technical Abuse: Suspected system abuse or hacking attempts
• Fraud: Suspected fraudulent activity

Updates and Changes

Policy Updates

This AUP may be updated to address:

• New Legal Requirements: Changes in applicable laws
• Platform Changes: New features or service modifications
• Community Feedback: User concerns and suggestions
• Security Enhancements: Improved protection measures

Notification of Changes

• Email Notification: Major changes communicated via email
• Platform Updates: Notices posted within the platform
• Website Publication: Updated policy published on our website
• Effective Date: Clear indication of when changes take effect

Contact Information

For questions about this Acceptable Use Policy or to report violations:

DTF Gang Sheet Builder

• Email: hello@dtfgangsheetbuilder.com
• Subject Lines:
  • “AUP Question”
  • “AUP Violation Report”
  • “AUP Appeal”
• Address: Mariebergsgatan 12 A, 731 34 Köping, Sweden

Emergency Violations: For urgent violations involving illegal content or security threats, contact us immediately with “URGENT – AUP Violation” in the subject line.

This Acceptable Use Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of DTF Gang Sheet Builder’s services. This policy complies with Swedish law and applicable EU regulations.