Acceptable Use Policy

1. Overview

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") sets forth the terms and conditions for acceptable use of the Student Task Management System ("Service") operated by Vandium Ventures LLC. By accessing and using the Service, you agree to comply with this policy and all applicable laws and regulations.

This policy applies to all users, including students, parents/guardians, administrators, and any other users of the Service. Violation of this policy may result in suspension or termination of your account and access to the Service.

2. Permitted Use

The Service is provided for legitimate educational purposes only. Permitted uses include:

For Students:

Creating, viewing, and managing personal academic tasks and assignments
Tracking test and quiz schedules and study progress
Receiving task reminders and academic notifications
Communicating with guardians through the Service messaging system
Receiving feedback on engagement and academic performance
Accessing your own educational records and historical data

For Guardians/Parents:

Creating and managing family accounts and student profiles
Assigning tasks to students and monitoring task completion
Viewing student activity reports and engagement scores
Receiving notifications about student academic progress
Communicating with students through the Service messaging system
Managing family notification preferences and SMS opt-ins

For Administrators:

Creating and managing user accounts (with proper authorization)
Configuring school schedules and class periods
Managing system settings and administrative functions
Viewing system performance and usage analytics

3. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use the Service for any of the following purposes:

3.1 Illegal Activities

Violating any federal, state, or local law or regulation
Engaging in fraud, forgery, or misrepresentation
Harassing, threatening, defaming, or abusing any person
Transmitting obscene, indecent, or sexually explicit content involving minors
Exploiting or endangering children in any way
Extortion, blackmail, or coercion

3.2 Unauthorized Access

Attempting to access accounts that don't belong to you
Sharing login credentials with unauthorized persons
Attempting to bypass security measures or authentication systems
Accessing another user's account without permission
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to system infrastructure
Hacking, reverse engineering, or decompiling the Service

3.3 Intellectual Property Violations

Uploading, posting, or transmitting copyrighted material without authorization
Plagiarizing or claiming credit for work not your own
Reproducing or distributing proprietary information from the Service
Violating any trademark, patent, or intellectual property rights

3.4 Harmful Content & Behavior

Posting or transmitting hate speech, racist content, or discriminatory material
Cyberbullying, harassment, or hostile behavior toward other users
Spamming, flooding, or sending repetitive unwanted messages
Posting violent, graphic, or disturbing content
Creating misleading or deceptive content designed to harm others
Impersonating another person or entity

3.5 Technical Abuse

Introducing viruses, malware, worms, or other harmful code
Attempting denial-of-service (DoS) or distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks
Scraping or automated collection of data without authorization
Excessive bandwidth consumption or resource abuse
Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions or policies
Using bots, scripts, or automated tools for unauthorized purposes

3.6 Misuse of Guardian Features

Using the Service to harass, stalk, or threaten a student
Misrepresenting your relationship to a student to gain access
Creating fake family accounts or using false information
Accessing student information for purposes other than educational oversight
Sharing a student's private information with unauthorized third parties

3.7 Commercial & Marketing Misuse

Using the Service for marketing, advertising, or promotional purposes
Soliciting funds, donations, or selling products/services through the platform
Using the Service for spam or unsolicited communications
Reselling, sublicensing, or redistributing access to the Service

3.8 Misrepresentation

Providing false or misleading information during registration
Falsifying your age or identity
Misrepresenting your authority to act on behalf of another person
Creating accounts for minors without proper parental consent

4. Content Responsibility

4.1 User Content

You are solely responsible for any content you create, upload, post, or transmit through the Service, including tasks, assignments, messages, and comments. By posting content, you represent that:

You have the legal right to post the content
The content does not violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
The content is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge
You have obtained any necessary permissions or licenses

4.2 Content Standards

Content posted to the Service should be:

Respectful and appropriate for a school setting
Free of profanity, obscenity, or offensive language
Related to academic or educational purposes
Not intended to harm, harass, or deceive others
Original or properly attributed to sources

4.3 Moderation Rights

We reserve the right to review, monitor, edit, or remove any content that violates this policy or applicable laws. We may do this at our sole discretion without notice or liability.

5. Account Security & Responsibility

5.1 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your username and password. You agree to:

Use a strong, unique password
Never share your password with anyone
Immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or suspected breach
Log out of your account when using shared devices
Not store passwords in plain text or easily accessible locations

5.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for all activity occurring under your account, whether authorized or unauthorized. We are not responsible for:

Unauthorized access to your account
Loss or damage resulting from password compromise
Actions taken by third parties using your credentials

5.3 Parental Controls

Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their children's use of the Service and ensuring compliance with this policy.

6. Data & Information Handling

6.1 Protecting Student Privacy

All users must respect the privacy and confidentiality of student information. You agree:

Not to share student information with unauthorized third parties
Not to disclose another student's academic information
Not to screenshot or download student data without authorization
To comply with FERPA, COPPA, and all applicable privacy laws

6.2 No Data Scraping

You are prohibited from:

Using automated tools to extract or collect data from the Service
Creating copies of the database or system information
Reverse engineering the Service or its algorithms
Distributing bulk downloads of Service content

6.3 Backup & Export

You may export your own data for personal backup purposes in accordance with our Privacy Policy, but redistribution of exported data is prohibited.

7. Minor Protection

The Service is designed for high school students. We take additional precautions to protect minors:

All users suspected to be under 18 require parental consent and supervision
Students cannot contact or be contacted by unknown parties through the Service
Messages between students and non-guardians are limited and monitored
No collection of unnecessary personal information from minors
Parental access and override controls remain active for all student accounts

ZERO TOLERANCE FOR CHILD EXPLOITATION: Any attempt to exploit, endanger, or harm a minor will result in immediate termination of all accounts, complete deletion of data, and reporting to appropriate law enforcement authorities.

8. Enforcement & Violations

8.1 Monitoring

We may monitor user activity to detect and prevent violations of this policy. Monitoring may include:

Reviewing messages for spam, abuse, or illegal content
Analyzing usage patterns for suspicious activity
Tracking IP addresses and device information
Automated detection systems for malware or attacks

8.2 Violation Response

Upon discovery of a violation, we may take any or all of the following actions:

Warning: Written notification of the violation and required corrective action
Content Removal: Removal of violating content without notice
Account Suspension: Temporary restriction of account access (24 hours to 30 days)
Account Termination: Permanent closure of the account and deletion of associated data
Legal Action: Referral to law enforcement for suspected criminal activity

8.3 Severity Considerations

The severity of enforcement action depends on:

Nature and severity of the violation
Frequency and pattern of violations
User's history with the Service
Intent and circumstances
Whether the violation involves harm to minors

8.4 Serious Violations - Immediate Termination

The following violations will result in immediate account termination without warning:

Child exploitation or abuse of any kind
Illegal activity or criminal behavior
Hacking or unauthorized system access
Distribution of malware or viruses
Harassment or stalking of other users
Impersonation of staff or fraudulent misrepresentation

9. Reporting Violations

If you witness or suspect a violation of this policy, please report it immediately:

Email: support@vandiumventures.com
Subject: "Acceptable Use Policy Violation Report"
Include: Specific details, user accounts involved, timestamps, and any evidence
Response Time: We will investigate and respond within 5 business days

Child Safety: Any suspected child exploitation should be reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) at CyberTipline.org or contact law enforcement immediately, in addition to reporting to us.

10. No Warranty

The Service is provided "AS IS" without any warranties or guarantees. We do not guarantee:

Continuous or uninterrupted access to the Service
Error-free operation or performance
Security against all forms of attack or unauthorized access
Permanent storage or recovery of data
Achievement of specific educational outcomes

11. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Vandium Ventures LLC be liable for any damages, claims, or losses arising from your use of the Service, including:

Data loss or corruption
Service interruptions or unavailability
Unauthorized access to your account
Third-party actions or content
Lost profits or business interruption

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Vandium Ventures LLC from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use of the Service in violation of this policy
Content you create or post
Your violation of any laws or rights of third parties
Your violation of intellectual property rights

13. Modifications to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Service after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy. We will provide notice of material changes via email or prominent notice on the Service.

14. Contact & Support

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Acceptable Use Policy, please contact us: