ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY (AUP)

Effective Date: 1/10/25

This Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) governs the permitted use of GPT-Shield software, including the desktop application, browser extensions, and related services (the “Software”).

This AUP forms part of, and is incorporated by reference into, GPT-Shield’s Terms of Service (including End User License Agreement). Capitalized terms not defined here have the meanings set forth in the Terms.

1. Permitted Use

You may use the Software solely for:

Your internal business purposes
Personal productivity and data-protection use
Lawful activities consistent with applicable laws and regulations

The Software is intended to assist users in identifying and reducing the risk of unintended disclosure of sensitive information.

2. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Software to:

a. Violate Law or Rights

Engage in, promote, or facilitate illegal activity
Violate applicable data protection, privacy, or security laws
Infringe or misappropriate intellectual property or privacy rights

b. Circumvent Security or Licensing

Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software
Bypass, disable, or interfere with licensing, activation, or protection mechanisms
Attempt to defeat or manipulate redaction safeguards

c. Misuse the Software’s Capabilities

Use the Software to intentionally obscure evidence or records for unlawful purposes
Rely on the Software as a substitute for required legal, regulatory, or professional review
Misrepresent the Software’s capabilities, accuracy, or guarantees

d. Harm GPT-Shield or Others

Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Software
Use the Software in a manner that creates unreasonable security or operational risk
Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data

3. Responsibility for Content

All content processed by the Software is provided by the user.

You remain solely responsible for:

Reviewing content before submission or disclosure
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and obligations
Verifying that sensitive information has been appropriately handled

The Software is a support tool, not a compliance guarantee.

4. Enforcement

GPT-Shield reserves the right to:

Investigate suspected violations of this AUP
Suspend or terminate access to the Software
Revoke licenses in accordance with the Terms of Service

Enforcement actions may be taken without prior notice where required to protect security, legal compliance, or system integrity.