Fair Usage Policy
Keeping our network fair
Nationhost Fair Usage Policy
1. Introduction
At Nationhost, we are committed to providing high-quality hosting services to all our customers. To ensure fair and efficient use of our resources, we have established this Fair Usage Policy. This policy is designed to prevent misuse and ensure that all users have a positive experience.
2. Acceptable Use
Our hosting services are intended for legitimate business and personal use. You agree to use our services in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and in accordance with this Fair Usage Policy. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Illegal Activities: Using our services to engage in or promote illegal activities.
- Malware and Viruses: Distributing or hosting malware, viruses, or other malicious software.
- Spam: Sending unsolicited bulk emails or engaging in spamming practices.
- Resource Abuse: Excessive use of system resources that negatively impacts other users.
3. Resource Usage
To ensure fair access to our services, we impose limits on resource usage. These limits include, but are not limited to:
- Bandwidth: Each hosting plan has a specified bandwidth limit. Excessive bandwidth usage may result in additional charges or throttling.
- Storage: Limits on storage space are specified for each plan. Excessive use of storage may require you to upgrade your plan or incur additional charges.
- CPU and RAM: To maintain performance, usage of CPU and RAM resources is monitored. Excessive or sustained use may result in limitations or throttling.
4. Fair Usage Limits
Our fair usage limits are designed to prevent any one user from adversely affecting the performance of our services for others. Specific limits are detailed in your hosting plan. We reserve the right to:
- Monitor Usage: Monitor resource usage to ensure compliance with this policy.
- Throttling or Suspension: Implement throttling or temporary suspension of services if fair usage limits are exceeded.
5. Excessive Use
If your usage consistently exceeds the fair usage limits, we may contact you to discuss upgrading your hosting plan or implementing additional measures to manage your resource usage. Continued excessive use may lead to additional charges or suspension of services.
6. Responsibilities
You are responsible for:
- Managing Resources: Ensuring your use of our services remains within the limits specified in your hosting plan.
- Monitoring Usage: Regularly monitoring your resource usage through the tools provided.
- Compliance: Complying with this Fair Usage Policy and addressing any issues promptly.
7. Modifications to the Policy
Nationhost reserves the right to modify this Fair Usage Policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated to you through our website or by direct notification. Continued use of our services following such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
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