Operators who build or deploy agentic AI systems using Claude are responsible for ensuring that all actions those agents take through connected tools, browsers, or external systems comply with the AUP, extending operator accountability to agent-initiated downstream actions.
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This provision allocates AUP compliance responsibility to the operator for the full scope of actions taken by Claude-powered agents in agentic deployments, including tool use, browser interactions, and connected system actions, which extends compliance obligations beyond direct model prompting to autonomous agent behavior.
The updated policy clarifies that Anthropic's acceptable use rules apply to all users of its products and services, including API developers, cloud customers, and app users. The policy now explicitly prohibits weapons development and related activities, and introduces a Cyber Verification Program allowing researchers to apply for adjusted safeguards for authorized dual-use work. Enforcement procedures now include warnings and throttling in addition to suspension or termination. You can apply for the Cyber Verification Program or Life Sciences Verification Program if your work involves authorized dual-use or high-risk use cases covered by real-time safeguards.
View change record →⚠ The terms will apply as written, and operators whose deployed agents take actions that violate the AUP are held responsible and may have access suspended or terminated regardless of whether the violation was initiated by the agent autonomously.
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Compare across platforms →"Agentic use cases must comply with the Usage Policy. Users are responsible for ensuring that agents they build or deploy, including actions those agents take through tools, browsers, or connected systems, comply with this Usage Policy.Excerpt from Anthropic's API Usage Policy
1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Agentic AI deployments that interact with external systems, conduct financial transactions, access personal data, or take actions with legal or physical consequences engage a broad range of regulatory frameworks including GDPR (automated …
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This provision allocates AUP compliance responsibility to the operator for the full scope of actions taken by Claude-powered agents in agentic deployments, including tool use, browser interactions, and connected system actions, which extends compliance obligations beyond direct model prompting to autonomous agent behavior.
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