Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

Effective Date: 16 - 10 - 2025

42 Creative Hub™ is dedicated to maintaining a secure, effective, and legally compliant digital environment for all users. This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlines the mandatory guidelines for utilizing our digital services in accordance with Irish law and relevant EU Directives. By accessing or using our services, you signify your agreement to adhere to the terms and conditions herein.

1. Principles of General Use

Our services are provided for lawful purposes only. Users are obligated to employ our digital products, services, and platform in a manner that fully complies with all applicable national and European legal frameworks, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the EU Directive on Electronic Commerce (2000/31/EC), and Irish data protection legislation.

Users are strictly prohibited from utilizing our services for any activities that infringe upon the rights of others, including:

• Intellectual Property Infringement: The unauthorized uploading, distribution, or sharing of content that violates copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights held by third parties is strictly forbidden.

• Unlawful Activities: Engaging in any activities that contravene Irish or EU criminal law, such as fraud, phishing, the propagation of malicious software, or other illegal acts, is strictly prohibited.

• Harassment and Abuse: Users shall not engage in any form of harassment, abuse, or intimidation directed towards other individuals, whether through direct communication or any other feature of our services.

2. Prohibited Content and Conduct

The uploading, posting, distribution, or transmission of any content, or participation in any activities, that fall under the following categories is strictly prohibited:

• Content Violating Legal Statutes: Content that promotes, incites, or facilitates illegal activities, including violence, terrorism, or any form of unlawful conduct under Irish or EU law.

• Infringement of Privacy Rights: Content that constitutes an invasion of privacy or a violation of the data protection rights of others, including the unauthorized disclosure of personal data as defined under GDPR and Irish Data Protection Law.

• Malicious Code Distribution: The introduction of any form of malware, spyware, viruses, or other malicious software designed to cause harm or disruption to our systems or the systems of other users.

• Promotion of Discrimination: Content or activities that advocate hate speech, racism, sexism, or any other form of discrimination or intolerance.

• Spam and Unsolicited Communications: The use of our services for the transmission of unsolicited commercial communications (spam) or for the unlawful collection of personal data.

3. User Account Security and Confidentiality

Users bear sole responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials, including usernames and passwords. Any suspected compromise or unauthorized use of an account must be reported to us immediately.

Users are expressly prohibited from:

• Accessing or attempting to access the account of another user without explicit authorization.

• Engaging in any activities that could impair the functionality or security of our services or the accounts of other users.

4. Data Protection and Privacy Obligations

42 Creative Hub™ is committed to upholding the principles of data protection and safeguarding the privacy of our users in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The processing of personal data is governed by our comprehensive Privacy Policy. Users are strictly prohibited from uploading, transmitting, or sharing any personal data without having obtained the requisite consent and ensuring full compliance with applicable data protection laws.

The collection or harvesting of any personally identifiable information of other users without their explicit and informed consent is strictly forbidden.

5. User-Generated Content and Licensing

Users retain ownership of the intellectual property rights in the content they upload or submit through our services. However, by submitting such content, users grant to 42 Creative Hub™ a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, store, reproduce, modify, and distribute said content solely in connection with the operation and provision of our services.

Users warrant that any content they submit does not infringe upon the rights of any third parties, including intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or contractual obligations.

6. Consequences of Policy Violation: Suspension and Termination

42 Creative Hub™ reserves the unequivocal right to suspend or terminate a user's access to our services in the event of a suspected violation of this Acceptable Use Policy. In the event of such suspension or termination, the user shall remain liable for any outstanding financial obligations incurred prior to the action taken.

Actions that may be taken against users who violate this policy include, but are not limited to:

• The removal or disabling of access to infringing content or services.

• The temporary or permanent suspension of user accounts.

• The reporting of illegal activities to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

7. Procedure for Reporting Policy Violations

Users who become aware of any potential violation of this Acceptable Use Policy are urged to report it to us without delay. 42 Creative Hub™ will undertake a thorough review and investigation of all reported incidents and will take appropriate remedial action in accordance with our internal procedures and applicable legal statutes.

To report a violation, please direct your communication to:

• Email Address: legal@42creativehub.com

• Registered Address: HQ Rivercourt Penthouse Floor, Cornmarket Square, Limerick V94 FVH4 - Ireland

8. Amendments to the Acceptable Use Policy

42 Creative Hub™ reserves the right to modify or update this Acceptable Use Policy at its sole discretion and at any time. Any such revisions will be posted on this designated page, along with the updated effective date. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to remain informed of our current standards and expectations.

9. User Legal Rights

This Acceptable Use Policy is governed by the laws of Ireland and relevant European Union regulations. Users may possess additional statutory consumer rights under applicable local legislation, including rights pertaining to the access, rectification, or erasure of their personal data. Comprehensive information regarding user data protection rights is available in our Privacy Policy.