Usage Policy

Acceptable use guidelines for our industrial automation platform

Last updated: January 2025

Usage Agreement

By accessing and using our industrial automation platform, you agree to comply with this Usage Policy. These guidelines ensure a safe, secure, and productive environment for all users.

Usage Policy Overview

Purpose & Scope

This Usage Policy establishes the rules and guidelines for using Ralakde Ltd's industrial automation platform, including our website, services, and resources. It applies to all users, including customers, suppliers, partners, and visitors.

Platform Services

  • • Product catalog and specifications
  • • Quote and service request systems
  • • Technical documentation access
  • • Customer support resources

User Categories

  • • Industrial automation professionals
  • • Engineering consultants
  • • Maintenance technicians
  • • Procurement specialists

Platform Objectives

Secure Environment

Protecting user data and business information

Professional Community

Fostering industry collaboration

Reliable Service

Ensuring platform availability and performance

Acceptable Use Guidelines

Permitted Activities

🔍 Product Research & Sourcing

  • • Searching for industrial automation components
  • • Reviewing technical specifications and datasheets
  • • Comparing products from different manufacturers
  • • Downloading product documentation for evaluation
  • • Requesting quotes for legitimate business purposes

💼 Business Operations

  • • Placing orders for required components
  • • Submitting service requests for repairs
  • • Accessing customer support resources
  • • Managing account information and preferences
  • • Participating in professional communications

Professional Conduct

Communication Standards

  • • Respectful professional interactions
  • • Accurate information in all communications
  • • Appropriate language and tone
  • • Timely responses to inquiries

Data Integrity

  • • Providing accurate company information
  • • Truthful project requirements
  • • Legitimate contact details
  • • Honest feedback and reviews

Resource Usage

  • • Reasonable bandwidth consumption
  • • Appropriate download frequencies
  • • Efficient search practices
  • • Responsible system resource usage

Educational & Research Use

• Academic research into industrial automation technologies

• Educational use for training and certification programs

• Professional development and continuing education

• Industry benchmarking and market research (within reasonable limits)

Prohibited Activities

Strictly Forbidden Activities

🚫 System Abuse

  • • Automated scraping or data harvesting
  • • Overwhelming servers with excessive requests
  • • Attempting to circumvent security measures
  • • Reverse engineering platform functionality
  • • Introducing viruses, malware, or harmful code

🔒 Security Violations

  • • Unauthorized access to other user accounts
  • • Sharing login credentials with third parties
  • • Attempting to breach system security
  • • Probing for system vulnerabilities
  • • Interfering with platform availability

Misuse of Content & Services

📄 Intellectual Property Violations

  • • Unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted content
  • • Redistributing proprietary technical documentation
  • • Using trademarks without permission
  • • Creating derivative works from protected content
  • • Commercial use of restricted materials

💼 Commercial Misuse

  • • Reselling access to platform services
  • • Using platform for competitive intelligence gathering
  • • Systematic pricing data extraction
  • • Creating competing services using our data
  • • Bulk downloading for commercial redistribution

Inappropriate Behavior

• Harassment, threats, or abusive language toward staff or other users

• Submitting false information or fraudulent requests

• Impersonating other individuals or organizations

• Spam, unsolicited communications, or marketing to other users

• Any illegal activities or violation of applicable laws

Export Control Violations

• Attempting to access restricted technology information

• Providing false end-user certificates

• Facilitating unauthorized technology transfers

• Violating international trade regulations

Account Responsibilities

Account Security

🔐 Password Security

  • • Use strong, unique passwords
  • • Change passwords regularly
  • • Never share login credentials
  • • Report suspected account compromise immediately
  • • Log out from shared computers

👥 Account Sharing

  • • Accounts are for individual use only
  • • Contact us for multiple user accounts
  • • Responsible for all account activity
  • • Monitor account for unauthorized use
  • • Report suspicious activity promptly

Information Accuracy

Company Details

  • • Accurate business name
  • • Valid registration numbers
  • • Current business address
  • • Legitimate contact information

Technical Requirements

  • • Accurate part specifications
  • • Realistic quantity requirements
  • • Valid application details
  • • Honest delivery timelines

Updates & Changes

  • • Keep profile information current
  • • Update contact details promptly
  • • Notify of business changes
  • • Maintain accurate preferences

Professional Conduct

• Maintain professional standards in all interactions

• Provide constructive feedback and suggestions

• Respect intellectual property rights

• Follow industry best practices and ethical guidelines

• Report platform issues or concerns appropriately

Intellectual Property Rights

Ralakde Ltd Content

🏢 Our Intellectual Property

  • • Website design, layout, and functionality
  • • Proprietary software and algorithms
  • • Company logos, trademarks, and branding
  • • Original technical content and documentation
  • • Database structures and compilations

📖 Usage Rights

  • • Limited license for platform use
  • • Personal and business evaluation purposes
  • • Non-commercial educational use
  • • Fair use for legitimate business needs
  • • Rights terminate upon policy violation

Third-Party Content

• Manufacturer specifications and datasheets remain property of respective owners

• Product images and technical drawings subject to manufacturer copyrights

• Industry standards and certifications owned by issuing organizations

• Users must respect all third-party intellectual property rights

• Direct licensing required for commercial use of third-party materials

Copyright Protection

Permitted Uses

  • • Viewing content for evaluation purposes
  • • Printing specifications for internal use
  • • Sharing links to specific product pages
  • • Brief quotations with proper attribution

Prohibited Uses

  • • Systematic downloading or copying
  • • Redistribution without authorization
  • • Creating derivative works
  • • Commercial republication
Policy Enforcement & Violations

Violation Consequences

Minor Violations

  • • Warning notification
  • • Required policy acknowledgment
  • • Temporary access restrictions
  • • Mandatory user education

Serious Violations

  • • Account suspension
  • • Service restrictions
  • • Loss of premium features
  • • Investigation procedures

Severe Violations

  • • Permanent account termination
  • • Legal action
  • • IP address blocking
  • • Law enforcement notification

Appeal Process

Appeal Submission:
Within 30 Days
Initial Review:
5 Business Days
Final Decision:
15 Business Days
Appeal Requirements: Written explanation, supporting evidence, commitment to policy compliance, and contact information.

Monitoring & Detection

• Automated systems monitor for policy violations

• Manual review of reported incidents

• Regular security audits and assessments

• User reporting system for violations

• Industry standard security practices

Policy Updates & Communication

Policy Changes

Notification Methods

  • • Email notifications to registered users
  • • Website banner announcements
  • • Updated policy posting with revision date
  • • Account dashboard notifications

Effective Dates

  • • 30 days advance notice for major changes
  • • Immediate effect for security updates
  • • Continued use constitutes acceptance
  • • Right to terminate account if disagreeing

Staying Informed

Users are responsible for regularly reviewing this Usage Policy. We recommend checking for updates monthly or subscribing to our policy notification service.

Policy Questions & Support

For questions about this Usage Policy, reporting violations, or seeking clarification on acceptable use guidelines, contact our policy team:

Policy Support

sales@ralakde.co.uk

Subject: Usage Policy Inquiry

Phone Support

+44 1782 563377

Monday-Friday 8AM-6PM GMT

🚨 Report Violations

To report suspected policy violations, security incidents, or inappropriate behavior, contact us immediately with "POLICY VIOLATION" in the subject line. Include detailed information about the incident, time, and any supporting evidence.

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