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TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: November 1, 2025

Welcome to PublicZone.org ("we", "our", or "the Service"), a subdomain registration platform. By using this service, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you do not accept any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of our platform.

1. Service Description

PublicZone.org provides free subdomain registration and DNS management services. Our service is provided on a best-effort basis. We do not guarantee uptime, DNS propagation, or uninterrupted service availability.

2. Service Availability & Disclaimer

We do not guarantee:

  • Continuous uptime or DNS availability
  • DNS propagation across all resolvers
  • Root zone inclusion or registry recognition
  • Service continuation for indefinite periods

DNS service may be interrupted or suspended due to:

  • Registry-level actions or policy changes
  • Abuse reports (phishing, malware, illegal content)
  • Security vendor blacklisting
  • Internal policy enforcement
  • Maintenance or infrastructure issues

PublicZone.org is not liable for any damages, data loss, or consequences caused by service interruption or suspension.

3. Registrant Responsibility

As a subdomain registrant, you are fully responsible for:

  • All content and services hosted on your subdomain
  • Compliance with local, national, and international laws
  • Avoiding abusive, illegal, or harmful behavior
  • Maintaining accurate account information
  • Responding promptly to abuse inquiries or policy violations
  • Protecting your subdomain against unauthorized use

You understand that PublicZone.org may suspend, revoke, or delete your subdomain without prior notice if serious abuse is detected.

4. Registration & Renewal

  • Subdomains are registered for a period specified at the time of registration
  • Renewal must be completed before expiration; expired subdomains may be deleted
  • Registration does not grant ownership; it grants temporary use rights for the registration period
  • You must provide accurate, truthful information during registration
  • Automated registration tools or false information are prohibited

5. Verification Requirements

PublicZone.org may require identity verification (KYC - Know Your Customer) and/or completion of verification challenges before domain activation. Failure to complete verification may result in suspension or deletion of your subdomain.

6. Suspension & Abuse Resolution

PublicZone.org reserves the right to suspend, revoke, or delete any subdomain without notice if:

  • Illegal or abusive content is detected
  • Abuse reports are verified
  • Terms of Service are violated
  • Verification cannot be completed
  • The subdomain poses reputational or security risk

Reasonable efforts will be made to notify you via email before action is taken, except in cases of urgent abuse or security threats.

7. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where PublicZone.org operates. Any disputes shall be resolved through negotiation or mediation.

8. Contact

For inquiries or support, contact: [email protected]

ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

Last Updated: November 1, 2025

This Acceptable Use Policy applies to all use of PublicZone.org services and content. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of this policy.

Prohibited Activities

Users of PublicZone.org agree not to:

  • Use the service for illegal activities or to violate any laws
  • Host, distribute, or facilitate malware, phishing, ransomware, or spyware
  • Engage in fraud, impersonation, or deception
  • Harass, threaten, or abuse individuals or organizations
  • Distribute stolen credentials, financial information, or personal data
  • Operate unauthorized reverse proxies that impersonate legitimate services
  • Conduct DDoS attacks or unauthorized access attempts
  • Register short, brand-sensitive, or trademark-infringing subdomains without authorization
  • Use automated tools to circumvent registration controls or spam the platform
  • Share usernames or email addresses for unsolicited contact
  • Scrape, crawl, or systematically extract data from the platform
  • Impersonate PublicZone.org staff or other users
  • Interfere with platform security or operations
  • Delete or modify copyright or proprietary notices
  • Upload excessive content, spam, or malicious code

Prohibited Subdomain Uses

It is strictly forbidden to register or use a subdomain for:

  • Illegal activities, including child exploitation or abuse
  • Distribution of contraband, drugs, or restricted materials
  • Phishing or financial fraud
  • Malware distribution or unauthorized data collection
  • Copyright infringement or intellectual property violations
  • Operating as an impersonation proxy (e.g., GitHub clone, PayPal mirror)
  • Harassment, threats, or hate speech
  • Adult content, exploitation services, or escort services
  • Unlicensed financial or banking services
  • Spam, unsolicited commercial email, or mass advertising

Enforcement

PublicZone.org reserves the right to:

  • Suspend or delete any subdomain in violation of this policy
  • Disable services without prior notice in cases of serious abuse
  • Report unlawful activity to relevant authorities
  • Decline service to repeat violators or high-risk registrants

Violations may result in permanent bans and loss of service without refund or compensation.