Effective Date:
Thu, 1 May 2025 - 00:00

1. Purpose

The purpose of this AUP is to ensure a safe, respectful, and lawful environment for all users. By using our website and services, you agree to comply with this AUP. If you do not agree, you must immediately cease use of the service.

2. Lawful and Responsible Use

• You may use our services only for lawful purposes.
• You may not use the site to engage in, encourage, or promote any illegal, fraudulent, or harmful activity, including but not limited to:
  • Harassment, hate speech, threats, or abuse
  • Defamation, libel, or invasion of privacy
  • Distribution or solicitation of illegal or controlled substances
  • Child exploitation or any activity involving minors (strictly prohibited)
  • Fraud, impersonation, or misrepresentation
  • Promote illegal drugs
  • violate export control laws
  • Illegal gambling
  • Illegal trafficking;

3. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Spamming: Sending unsolicited messages, advertisements, or bulk communications (“spam”).
• System Disruption: Disrupting, degrading, or adversely affecting the website, network, or other users’ experience (e.g., denial of service attacks, flooding, mail bombing).
• Unauthorized Access (“Hacking”): Attempting to access accounts, data, or systems without authorization, including probing, scanning, or testing vulnerabilities, or using password-guessing or cracking tools.
• Malware and Exploits: Uploading, distributing, or linking to malicious software, viruses, or any code intended to harm or compromise systems or data.
• Circumventing Security: Attempting to bypass or disable security features or restrictions on the site or related services.
• Abuse of Resources: Exploiting or abusing open resources (e.g., open SMTP servers, insecure routers) or running intentionally disruptive servers or scripts.
• Inappropriate Content: Posting or sharing content that is excessively violent, obscene, pornographic (except as permitted in non-public, age-restricted areas), or otherwise violates community standards.
• Continued Unwanted Contact: Sending communications to any individual who has indicated they do not wish to receive messages from you.

Access and use of Spectrum for Men's adult areas is limited to users who have completed age verification. See our Age Restriction and Verification Policy.
 

4. Content Standards and Moderation

• All content must comply with our Community Guidelines and User-Generated Content Agreement.
• Content moderation is performed by both human and AI processes; content may be flagged, reviewed, and removed at our discretion.
• Users are responsible for the legality and appropriateness of their content.
• Erotic or adult content is allowed only in designated, age-restricted areas and must comply with all applicable laws and site guidelines.

5. Security Responsibilities

• You are solely responsible for the security of any device you use to access our services and for safeguarding your account credentials.
• Take necessary steps to prevent unauthorized access to your account.
• Promptly address any security vulnerabilities or abuse of resources if notified by us.
• Use of our services by underage individuals is not to be permitted under any circumstances.

6. Data and Privacy

• Do not attempt to collect, harvest, or misuse personal data of other users.
• Respect the privacy and consent of all users, especially regarding sensitive or personal information.

7. Enforcement and Consequences

• Violation of this AUP may result in suspension or termination of your account, removal of content, or legal action, at our sole discretion.
• We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations and cooperate with law enforcement as required.
• We may update this AUP at any time; continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

8. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates this AUP, please report it to us through our designated reporting channels.

9. Contact Information

We can be reached via our contact form.

This Acceptable Use Policy is designed to work together and should be reviewed with the following policies: