Acceptable Use Policy

Version 1.0·Last Updated: February 22, 2026

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") describes prohibited uses of the LukeAPI platform ("the Service"). This policy is incorporated by reference into our Terms of Service. By using the Service, you agree to comply with this AUP. We may modify this policy at any time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

1. Prohibited Activities

You may not use the Service to:

• Violate laws: Use the Service in violation of any applicable local, state, national, or international law, regulation, or court order. This includes laws governing fraud, data protection, export control, anti-money laundering, and sanctions.
• Fraud and abuse: Engage in fraud, misrepresentation, phishing, identity theft, or any activity intended to deceive or harm others. Do not use stolen payment methods or credentials.
• Malware and harmful code: Distribute, upload, or transmit viruses, trojans, ransomware, or any malicious code. Do not attempt to compromise the integrity of the Service, APIs, or user systems.
• Unauthorized access: Access, probe, or attempt to breach any system, network, or account without authorization. Do not bypass authentication, rate limits, or security controls.
• Spam and unsolicited communications: Send spam, unsolicited bulk messages, or conduct unsolicited marketing. Do not harvest email addresses or personal data for marketing without consent.
• Scraping and automated abuse: Scrape the marketplace, APIs, or documentation beyond reasonable discovery or integration use. Do not run excessive automated requests that degrade service for others.
• Harassment and abuse: Harass, threaten, defame, or intimidate other users, API providers, or our staff. Do not use the Service to coordinate harassment campaigns.
• Intellectual property infringement: Infringe copyrights, trademarks, patents, or other intellectual property rights. Do not publish APIs or content you do not have rights to use.
• AI and playground abuse: Do not use AI-powered features (e.g., code generation, playground) to generate malicious code, bypass security, or violate these policies. Do not attempt to extract training data or abuse rate limits for AI endpoints.
• Referral and affiliate fraud: Do not self-refer, use fake traffic, bot signups, or misleading links to obtain referral or affiliate rewards. Do not circumvent attribution (e.g., stripping or spoofing referral parameters).

2. API-Specific Restrictions

When using APIs listed on LukeAPI, you must also comply with:

• Rate limits: Respect rate limits imposed by API providers and the platform. Do not circumvent limits through multiple accounts, IP rotation, or other means.
• Credential security: Keep API keys and credentials confidential. Do not share keys, embed them in client-side code, or expose them in public repositories, logs, or screenshots.
• Reverse engineering: Do not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service, APIs, or underlying infrastructure except as permitted by applicable law (e.g., interoperability).
• Reselling and redistribution: Do not resell or redistribute API access in violation of the API provider's terms or our marketplace rules. Enterprise redistribution may require separate agreements.
• DDoS and load abuse: Do not initiate denial-of-service attacks, excessive load, or traffic designed to overwhelm APIs or the platform.
• Data misuse: Do not use API data in ways prohibited by the API provider or applicable law. Respect data use restrictions, retention limits, and privacy requirements.

3. Content Policies

API providers listing on LukeAPI must ensure their APIs and associated content do not:

• Facilitate illegal activity: Support illegal content, services, or transactions (e.g., illegal drugs, weapons, human trafficking, child exploitation).
• Promote hate or violence: Promote hate speech, discrimination, violence, or content that incites harm against individuals or groups based on protected characteristics.
• Include harmful or deceptive content: Contain malware, deceptive practices, or content that could harm users or their systems.
• Violate third-party rights: Infringe intellectual property or violate the terms of third-party services on which the API depends.

We reserve the right to review listed APIs and remove or suspend those that violate these policies. See our Terms of Service for content moderation procedures.

4. API Provider Responsibilities

If you list an API on LukeAPI, you agree to:

• Maintain accurate documentation and pricing.
• Operate your API in compliance with applicable laws and your own terms.
• Respond to abuse reports and security incidents in a timely manner.
• Notify us promptly of any breach, vulnerability, or compliance issue affecting your API or our platform.
• Not use the platform to collect developer data beyond what is necessary for API operation.

5. Developer Responsibilities

If you use APIs via LukeAPI, you agree to:

• Use APIs only for lawful purposes and in accordance with each API provider's terms.
• Protect your API keys and credentials from unauthorized access.
• Report suspected abuse or security issues via our contact form.
• Not share accounts or credentials with unauthorized parties.

6. Consequences of Violations

Violations of this AUP may result in:

• Warning: For minor or first-time violations, we may issue a written warning and request corrective action.
• Suspension: Temporary suspension of account or API access until the violation is resolved.
• Termination: Permanent termination of account and access to the Service for serious or repeat violations.
• Legal action: Reporting to law enforcement or pursuing legal remedies where appropriate.

We determine the appropriate response based on the nature and severity of the violation. We may take action without prior notice when necessary to protect the Service, users, or third parties (e.g., in response to security incidents or legal requirements).

7. Reporting Violations

To report violations of this AUP, suspected abuse, or security issues:

• Abuse reports: Contact Abuse Team
• Subject line: Include "AUP Violation" or "Abuse Report"
• Include: Description of the violation, relevant URLs, timestamps, and any evidence.

We will investigate reports in good faith and take action as appropriate. We may not disclose the outcome of investigations to reporters due to privacy and legal constraints.

8. Examples: Acceptable vs Unacceptable Use

9. Contact

By using LukeAPI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with this Acceptable Use Policy.