Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)¶

Policy Status: Active

This policy is currently active.

Purpose¶

To outline acceptable use of Acme Corp's IT resources, ensuring they are used responsibly and for business purposes.

Scope¶

This policy applies to all Acme Corp employees, contractors, and third parties who access Acme Corp's systems, devices, and data.

Policy Statement¶

Permitted Use¶

IT resources should be used for business-related activities only. Personal use should be minimal and not interfere with work responsibilities or compromise security.

Prohibited Activities¶

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Accessing or distributing inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
Downloading or installing unauthorized software or applications
Engaging in activities that violate Acme Corp's policies, laws, or regulations
Attempting to bypass security controls or access unauthorized systems
Using company resources for personal business ventures or commercial gain
Sharing login credentials or allowing unauthorized access to systems

Monitoring¶

Acme Corp reserves the right to monitor network activity, system usage, and communications to ensure compliance with this policy and to protect organizational assets.

Reporting Violations¶

Employees must report any misuse or suspected policy violations immediately to their supervisor or the IT team.

Roles and Responsibilities¶

Role	Responsibility
IT Team	Monitor systems, enforce the policy, investigate violations
Employees	Comply with acceptable use guidelines, report violations
Managers	Ensure team compliance, address violations promptly
HR	Support enforcement actions, conduct training on policy

Procedures¶

Access Provisioning: All users must complete AUP acknowledgment before receiving access to IT resources
Monitoring: IT team conducts regular automated and manual reviews of system usage
Violation Reporting: Report violations via email to security@acmecorp.com or direct supervisor
Investigation: IT team investigates reported violations within 48 hours
Enforcement: HR and management coordinate appropriate disciplinary action based on severity

Exceptions¶

Exceptions to this policy must be: - Requested in writing with business justification - Approved by IT leadership and relevant department head - Time-limited and reviewed periodically - Documented in the exceptions log

Compliance and Enforcement¶

Monitoring: IT team uses automated tools and periodic audits to detect policy violations
Consequences: Violations may result in:
Warning (first offense, minor violation)
Temporary suspension of access
Termination of employment (serious or repeated violations)
Legal action (criminal activity)
Appeals: Employees may appeal enforcement actions through HR within 5 business days

References¶

Company Employee Handbook
Information Security Policy
Code of Conduct

Revision History¶

Version	Date	Author	Changes
1.0	2025-11-08	IT Team	Initial version migrated from Notion

Document Control - Classification: Internal - Distribution: All employees, contractors, and third parties with system access - Storage: GitHub repository - policy-repository