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This provision defines a category of conduct that AWS classifies as unacceptable use, which establishes the operational boundaries for what activities the service provider will permit on its infrastructure. The specification of prohibited deceptive practices creates a basis for enforcement action against accounts engaged in such conduct.
Users are contractually bound not to engage in fraudulent or deceptive activities when using AWS services. Violation of this restriction exposes the user's account to enforcement mechanisms outlined elsewhere in the Acceptable Use Policy, which may include service suspension or termination.
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"Fraud and Deception. Attempting to defraud or misrepresent yourself or your services to others, including impersonating individuals or entities. Engaging in phishing, pharming, or other deceptive activities.— Excerpt from Amazon's AWS Acceptable Use Policy
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This provision defines a category of conduct that AWS classifies as unacceptable use, which establishes the operational boundaries for what activities the service provider will permit on its infrastructure. The specification of prohibited deceptive practices creates a basis for enforcement action against accounts engaged in such conduct.
Users are contractually bound not to engage in fraudulent or deceptive activities when using AWS services. Violation of this restriction exposes the user's account to enforcement mechanisms outlined elsewhere in the Acceptable Use Policy, which may include service suspension or termination.
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