Acceptable Use Policy

 


 

1. Purpose

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") governs the use of the ApnaCrowdfunding platform, website, services, payment processing systems, and related products (collectively, the "Platform").

By creating an account, launching a campaign, making a contribution, or otherwise using the Platform, you agree to comply with this Acceptable Use Policy, our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations.

ApnaCrowdfunding reserves the right to investigate violations of this Policy and to suspend, restrict, remove, or terminate access to the Platform at its sole discretion.


 

2. Compliance with Laws

Users must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws, regulations, sanctions, licensing requirements and financial compliance obligations.

You may not use the Platform for any activity that is illegal, fraudulent, deceptive, harmful, or prohibited by this Policy.


 

3. Prohibited Campaigns and Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited on ApnaCrowdfunding:

A. Illegal Activities

Campaigns or projects involving:

Illegal products or services

Criminal activity

Money laundering

Terrorist financing

Human trafficking

Organized crime

Bribery or corruption

Tax evasion

Sanctions violations

Any activity prohibited by applicable law

B. Fraudulent or Deceptive Activities

Users may not:

Provide false or misleading information

Misrepresent campaign goals, beneficiaries, or identities

Impersonate any person or organization

Use stolen identities or forged documents

Create fake campaigns

Mislead contributors regarding fund usage

Engage in phishing or scams

C. Financial Crimes

The Platform may not be used for:

Money transmission without required licenses

Unlicensed financial services

Ponzi schemes

Pyramid schemes

Get-rich-quick schemes

Investment contracts or securities offerings unless specifically approved and legally compliant

Market manipulation

Insider trading activities

D. Gambling and Gaming

Prohibited activities include:

Gambling operations

Sports betting

Lottery sales

Sweepstakes requiring unlawful consideration

Games of chance where prohibited by law

E. Adult Content and Exploitation

Campaigns may not promote or facilitate:

Sexual services

Prostitution

Escort services

Pornographic content

Exploitative sexual content

Child sexual abuse material

Any form of sexual exploitation

F. Violence and Harm

Campaigns may not promote:

Violence

Physical harm

Terrorism

Extremist organizations

Hate groups

Harassment

Threats

Self-harm

Suicide promotion

Animal cruelty

G. Weapons

The Platform may not be used to fund, sell, distribute, or promote:

Firearms

Ammunition

Explosives

Destructive devices

Illegal weapons

Weapon components where prohibited by law

H. Counterfeit and Infringing Goods

Users may not:

Sell counterfeit products

Infringe trademarks

Violate copyrights

Violate patents

Distribute pirated software or media

Misappropriate intellectual property

I. Regulated Products

Campaigns involving the sale, promotion, or distribution of the following may be prohibited or require prior approval:

Prescription drugs

Controlled substances

Illegal drugs

Drug paraphernalia

Tobacco products

Nicotine products

Cannabis-related products where restricted

Hazardous chemicals

Restricted medical devices

J. Privacy and Data Abuse

Users may not:

Collect personal information unlawfully

Distribute malware

Conduct hacking activities

Perform unauthorized access attempts

Engage in surveillance without authorization

Distribute viruses or malicious code

4. Crowdfunding-Specific Requirements

Campaign creators must:

Accurately describe the purpose of the campaign

Use contributed funds solely for the stated campaign purpose

Maintain truthful campaign updates

Deliver promised rewards, where applicable

Disclose material risks and delays

Maintain records supporting fund usage upon request

ApnaCrowdfunding may request supporting documentation at any time.

5. Verification and Compliance Reviews

To comply with legal, regulatory, payment processor, banking, anti-money laundering (AML), and know-your-customer (KYC) obligations, ApnaCrowdfunding may require:

Identity verification

Business verification

Beneficial ownership information

Tax documentation

Bank account verification

Campaign-related documentation

Proof of fund usage

Failure to provide requested information may result in campaign suspension, delayed payouts, account restrictions, or termination.

6. Payment Processor Requirements

Users must comply with the requirements of ApnaCrowdfunding's payment providers, banking partners, and financial institutions, including restrictions imposed by payment processors such as Stripe and other providers.

Campaigns or transactions that violate payment processor policies may be rejected, suspended, refunded, or terminated.

7. Monitoring and Enforcement

ApnaCrowdfunding reserves the right to:

Review campaigns before or after publication

Request additional information

Suspend campaigns

Freeze or delay payouts

Remove content

Restrict account functionality

Refund contributors when appropriate

Report suspected illegal conduct to authorities

Permanently terminate accounts

These actions may be taken without prior notice where necessary to protect users, contributors, payment partners, or comply with legal obligations.

8. Reporting Violations

Users may report suspected violations of this Policy by contacting:

Email: support@apnacrowdfunding.com

ApnaCrowdfunding will review reports and take appropriate action where warranted.

9. Changes to this Policy

ApnaCrowdfunding may update this Acceptable Use Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

10. Contact Information

ApnaCrowdfunding

Website: https://apnacrowdfunding.com

Email: support@apnacrowdfunding.com

By using the Platform, you acknowledge and agree to this Acceptable Use Policy.


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