What is an AUP (acceptable use policy)?
An Acceptable Use Policy is a standard set of rules employed by most reputable ISPs to enforce rules about how their services may or may not be used. It protects the integrity, security and reliability of the ISPs service and promotes the safe and effective use of the internet for everybody. (The Cozahost AUP is here.
An Acceptable Use Policy defines what behavior is and is not permitted when using the service. It is part of the contract you agree to when you sign up for many broadband internet services. Of particular noteworthiness, it is usually the place that your ISP specifies the download restrictions for the service.
