Acceptable Use Policy

Effective Date: May 30, 2025

Last Updated: May 30, 2025

1. Purpose

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP") defines the acceptable use of TextBolt's email-to-SMS gateway service. This policy is designed to protect our users, our service, and the broader SMS ecosystem.

2. Acceptable Uses

TextBolt services may be used for legitimate business purposes including:

  • Appointment reminders and confirmations

  • Order and delivery notifications

  • Customer service communications

  • Emergency alerts and notifications

  • Marketing messages (with proper consent)

  • Internal business communications

3. Prohibited Activities

Strictly Prohibited:

  • Sending unsolicited messages (spam)

  • SHAFT content (Sex, Hate, Alcohol, Firearms, Tobacco)

  • Illegal products or services

  • Fraudulent or deceptive content

  • Harassment or threatening messages

  • Phishing or social engineering attempts

  • Malware distribution

  • Copyright infringement

4. Compliance Requirements

All users must comply with:

  • TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act)

  • CAN-SPAM Act

  • CTIA Messaging Principles and Best Practices

  • 10DLC guidelines

  • Carrier-specific requirements

  • Industry-specific regulations (HIPAA, etc.)

5. Consent Management

Required:

  • Obtain explicit consent before sending messages

  • Maintain records of consent

  • Honor opt-out requests immediately

  • Provide clear opt-out instructions

6. Enforcement

Violations of this AUP may result in:

  • Warning and required corrective action

  • Temporary service suspension

  • Permanent account termination

  • Legal action where appropriate

7. Reporting Violations

To report violations of this policy, contact us at:

Email: abuse@textbolt.com
Subject: AUP Violation Report

8. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:

Email: legal@textbolt.com
Address: 651 North Broad Street, Suite 206, Middletown, DE 19709