Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

TheScanBadge
Last updated: January 2026

1. Purpose

This Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) governs the use of all services provided under the brand TheScanBadge, including:

• NFC badges
• QR-based digital profiles
• Digital business cards
• Pet identification tags
• Reservation systems
• APIs and integrations
• SaaS dashboard

This AUP forms part of the Terms of Service.

2. Lawful Use Only

Users may only use the Services for lawful purposes and in compliance with:

• Applicable EU and national laws
• GDPR and data protection laws
• Consumer protection regulations
• Intellectual property laws

The Services may not be used for illegal, fraudulent, or deceptive activities.

3. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

3.1 Fraud & Misrepresentation

• Creating fake identities
• Impersonating individuals or organizations
• Publishing false credentials
• Using QR/NFC badges for scams

3.2 Phishing & Malware

• Linking to phishing websites
• Distributing malware
• Using NFC/QR for credential harvesting
• Redirecting users to harmful domains

3.3 Illegal Content

• Hate speech
• Terrorist content
• Illegal substances promotion
• Exploitation or abusive content
• Violations of export or sanctions laws

3.4 Medical & Emergency Misuse (Pet Tags)

Users must not:

• Publish knowingly false medical information
• Misrepresent veterinary conditions
• Use pet tags to simulate emergency services
• Claim medical endorsement by TheScanBadge

TheScanBadge does not verify medical data and reserves the right to remove misleading content.

3.5 Harassment & Harm

Users must not:

• Harass or intimidate others
• Publish personal data without consent
• Use badges for stalking or tracking
• Abuse reservation systems

3.6 Platform Abuse

Users must not:

• Attempt unauthorized access
• Circumvent security controls
• Reverse engineer the platform
• Overload APIs
• Use automated scraping tools
• Interfere with infrastructure

Rate limits apply to API usage.

4. Data Protection Obligations (B2B Customers)

Business customers acting as Controllers must:

• Ensure lawful basis for data processing
• Inform data subjects appropriately
• Not upload unlawful personal data
• Comply with GDPR obligations

TheScanBadge is not responsible for unlawful data uploaded by customers.

5. Intellectual Property

Users may not:

• Upload content infringing third-party rights
• Use TheScanBadge branding without permission
• Copy platform designs or software
• Resell services without authorization

6. Monitoring & Enforcement

TheScanBadge reserves the right to:

• Monitor platform activity for security purposes
• Investigate suspected violations
• Remove content
• Suspend or terminate accounts
• Limit API access
• Report illegal activity to authorities

Enforcement may occur without prior notice in cases of serious violations.

7. Reporting Violations

Suspected violations may be reported to:

Reports should include:

• Badge ID (if applicable)
• Description of violation
• Evidence (if available)

8. Consequences of Violation

Violation of this AUP may result in:

• Warning notice
• Temporary suspension
• Permanent account termination
• Blocking of NFC/QR functionality
• Legal action

TheScanBadge reserves the right to pursue damages where applicable.

9. Amendments

This AUP may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of revisions.