Acceptable Use Policy

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") sets out the rules governing what you may and may not do when using the CR3W platform at joincr3w.com (the "Platform"). This AUP forms part of our Terms of Service and applies to all members, visitors, and anyone who accesses or uses the Platform in any capacity. By using CR3W, you agree to comply with this AUP.

CR3W is a curated, invite-based network. We hold our community to a high standard — not because we want to restrict you, but because the quality of this network depends on the behaviour of every person in it.

1. Permitted Use

You may use the Platform to:

• Create and maintain a genuine professional profile;
• Connect with other members and send direct messages in good faith;
• Submit, collaborate on, and discover projects;
• Share professional knowledge, insights, and resources with the community;
• Book and attend mentorship sessions;
• Participate in community discussions and network events;
• Use the Platform's features for lawful personal and professional purposes.

2. Prohibited Activities

You must not use the Platform to:

2.1 Harmful or Illegal Content

• Post, share, or transmit any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, harassing, or otherwise objectionable;
• Upload or distribute malware, viruses, ransomware, spyware, or any code designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorised access to systems;
• Engage in or facilitate criminal activity, including fraud, money laundering, or identity theft;
• Share content that infringes or misappropriates the intellectual property rights of any third party.

2.2 Misrepresentation & Fraud

• Create a fake, inaccurate, or misleading profile, including impersonating another person or organisation;
• Misrepresent your identity, professional background, credentials, or affiliations;
• Create multiple accounts for the same individual;
• Purchase, sell, or transfer your account to another person;
• Submit false or fabricated project details or claims.

2.3 Spam & Unsolicited Communications

• Send unsolicited bulk messages, commercial solicitations, or spam to other members;
• Use the messaging system to promote products, services, or external platforms without explicit consent from the recipient;
• Scrape, harvest, or collect member data (including email addresses, names, or profile information) for any purpose without prior written permission from CR3W;
• Use automated tools, bots, or scripts to interact with the Platform or its members.

2.4 Platform Integrity

• Attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of any system or network associated with the Platform;
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Platform, other user accounts, or our infrastructure;
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Platform or its services;
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software component of the Platform;
• Circumvent or manipulate any technical protection measures or access controls;
• Use the Platform in a way that places an unreasonable or disproportionately large load on our infrastructure.

2.5 Harmful Community Behaviour

• Harass, bully, intimidate, or threaten any member or CR3W staff;
• Post discriminatory, hateful, or abusive content targeting any individual or group;
• Share private or confidential information about another person without their consent ("doxxing");
• Engage in any form of sexual harassment or post sexually explicit content;
• Attempt to manipulate, coerce, or exploit other members — particularly in a professional or financial context.

2.6 Regulatory & Legal Violations

• Use the Platform in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international law or regulation;
• Export, re-export, or transfer any Platform content or data in violation of applicable export control laws;
• Process or collect payment outside the Platform for services facilitated through CR3W in a way that circumvents our Terms of Service.

3. API & Programmatic Access

Access to CR3W's data or features via API, scraping, or any automated means requires explicit prior written authorisation from CR3W. Unauthorised programmatic access is a violation of this AUP and our Terms of Service, and may constitute a violation of applicable computer fraud or unauthorised access laws. To request API access, contact hello@joincr3w.com.

4. Responsibility for Content

You are solely responsible for all content you submit, post, or transmit through the Platform. CR3W does not pre-screen user content but reserves the right to review, moderate, and remove any content that violates this AUP or our Community Guidelines at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

You must ensure that any content you post does not infringe the intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of any third party.

5. Reporting Violations

If you become aware of any activity on the Platform that violates this AUP, please report it to us immediately. We take all reports seriously.

• General abuse: hello@joincr3w.com — subject line: "AUP Violation Report"
• Security vulnerabilities: hello@joincr3w.com — subject line: "Security Issue"
• Community concerns: Use the in-platform "Report" feature on any profile or message.

We treat all reports confidentially. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who reports a genuine concern in good faith.

6. Enforcement

CR3W reserves the right to take any of the following actions in response to violations of this AUP, at our sole discretion:

• Issue a formal warning to your account;
• Temporarily or permanently suspend or terminate your account and access to the Platform;
• Remove, edit, or restrict any content you have posted;
• Notify and cooperate with appropriate law enforcement authorities;
• Pursue legal action, including civil claims for damages where applicable.

We will generally aim to resolve issues at the lowest possible level of escalation, but serious violations — including illegal activity, fraud, or threats of harm — may result in immediate and permanent account termination without prior warning.

7. Appeals

If you believe your account has been suspended or content removed in error, you may submit an appeal within 14 days of the enforcement action by contacting hello@joincr3w.com with the subject line "Account Appeal." We will review your appeal and respond within 7 business days.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this AUP from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated AUP with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised AUP.

9. Contact

For any questions regarding this Acceptable Use Policy:

• Email: hello@joincr3w.com
• Subject line: "Acceptable Use Policy"