Acceptable User Policy Last Modified - 12/22/2014
All users of DirectSpace Networks` services, and all customers upon signing up for DirectSpace Networks` services, agree to comply with DirectSpace Networks` Acceptable User Policy (AUP). The spirit of the AUP is to ensure customers are using DirectSpace Networks` services with due regard to the rights of other Internet users and in conformity with the requirements of DirectSpace Networks` network environment. The AUP is not exhaustive and DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any provision of its AUP at any time without notice, effective upon either the posting of the modified AUP to http://directspace.net/aup.htm or notification of the modified AUP. Any complaints about a customer's violation of the AUP should be sent to noc@directspace.net. The AUP supersedes any other agreement with DirectSpace Networks, whether written, oral, by conduct, or otherwise.

A. DirectSpace Networks Virtual Private Server Hosting Customer Restrictions

The following Acceptable User Policies apply only to DirectSpace Networks` Virtual Private Server Hosting customers, and supplement the terms in sections C and D that apply to all DirectSpace Networks customers:

Server Resources: Any web site that uses 20% of server resources (such as, but not limited to, CPU time, memory usage, and network resources) will be given the option to either pay additional fees (which will depend on the resources required), reduce the resources used to an acceptable level, or upgrade its service to a Dedicated Server plan. DirectSpace Networks will be the sole arbiter of what is considered to be a high server usage level.

DDOS/Attacks: Any VPS server that deploys an attack of any kind against DirectSpace network resources or other networks will be immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. The customer will also be banned from further service with DirectSpace. Any VPS server that becomes the victim of an attack that immediately impacts the DirectSpace network or servers will be immediately suspended. Upon suspension, DirectSpace will investigate the attack and will decide on if the VPS will continue to be hosted on the DirectSpace network.

Network Scanning/Hacking: Any customer that engages in network system scanning and or hacking will immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. The customer will also be banned from further service with DirectSpace.

Spamming: Sending unsolicited bulk and/or commercial messages over the Internet (known as "spamming") is prohibited, regardless of whether or not it overloads a server or disrupts service to DirectSpace Networks` customers. The term "spamming" also includes, but is not limited to, maintaining an open SMTP policy, engaging in spamming using the service of another ISP and referencing in the spam a web site hosted on a DirectSpace Networks server, and selling or distributing software (on a web site residing on a DirectSpace Networks server) that facilitates spamming. Violators will be assessed a minimum fine of $200, be given no refunds, and will face immediate termination. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Support of Spammers: Any customer that supports, resells or hosts a known spammer will be immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. Violators will be assessed a minimum fine of $200 and will face immediate termination. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Scripts: Any scripts that pose a potential security risk or are deemed to be adversely affecting server performance or network integrity will be shut down or will be automatically removed without prior notice. DirectSpace Networks does not permit script sharing with domains not hosted by DirectSpace Networks.

IRC: DirectSpace Networks allows for IRC to be utilized on VPS services as so long as the hosted IRC does not draw abusive practices such as inbound attacks.

VPN/Proxy Services: DirectSpace Networks allows for VPN services as well as proxy services on a Virtual Private Server. However, all actions must be kept legal and any customer that engages in fraudulent or unlawful activities either directly or indirectly will be terminated from the DirectSpace network. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Software Distribution: DirectSpace Networks` Virtual Private Services allows for distribution of all legal software. Legal means that the customer holds the legal rights or has been given written permission to distribute the software. Attempts to share or store software that is not of legal means will be removed immediately without notice. Further violations will result in termination of the customers Virtual Private Services.

Multimedia Files: Multimedia files are defined as any graphics, audio, and video files. DirectSpace Networks allows for distribution of all legal multimedia files. Legal means that the customer holds the legal rights or has been given written permission to distribute the multimedia files. Attempts to share or store multimedia files that are not of legal means will be removed immediately without notice. Further violations will result in termination of the Virtual Private Service.

Bittorrent/P2P: DirectSpace Networks does allow for bittorrent or P2P software to be deployed on a Virtual Private Server as long as it does not impact the service of other customers on the Virtual Private Service node. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Virtual Private Server Reseller Services: Reselling of DirectSpace Virtual Private Servers is allowed on the DirectSpace network. Customer agrees to be the first point of contact for all support services. Customer also agrees that all services resold adhere to the DirectSpace AUP found at http://directspace.net/agreements/aup.php. In the event that the resold customer requests a refund, customer agrees not to pursue a refund from DirectSpace Networks.

Billing for Network Resources: The customer understands that the customer is responsible for paying for any network resources that are used to connect the customer's server to the Internet. The customer may request that the customer's server be disconnected from the Internet, but the customer will still be responsible for paying for any network resources used up to the point of suspension or cancellation.

B. DirectSpace Networks Dedicated Server Customer Restrictions

The following Terms of Service apply only to DirectSpace Networks` Dedicated Server customers, and supplement the terms in sections C and D that apply to all DirectSpace Networks customers:

Customer Security Responsibilities: The customer is solely responsible for any breaches of security affecting servers under customer control. If a customer's server is involved in an attack on another server or system, it will be shut down and an immediate investigation will be launched to determine the cause/source of the attack. In such event, the customer is responsible for the cost to rectify any damage done to the customer's server and any other requirement affected by the security breach.

IRC: DirectSpace Networks allows for IRC to be utilized on Dedicated Server services as so long as the hosted IRC does not draw abusive practices such as inbound attacks.

DDOS/Attacks: Any Dedicated Server that deploys an attack of any kind against DirectSpace network resources or other networks will be immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. The customer will also be banned from further service with DirectSpace. Any Dedicated Server that becomes the victim of an attack that immediately impacts the DirectSpace network or servers will be immediately suspended. Upon suspension, DirectSpace will investigate the attack and will decide on if the Dedicated Server service will continue to be hosted on the DirectSpace network.

Network Scanning/Hacking: Any customer that engages in network system scanning and or hacking will immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. The customer will also be banned from further service with DirectSpace.

Spamming: Sending unsolicited bulk and/or commercial messages over the Internet (known as "spamming") is prohibited, regardless of whether or not it overloads a server or disrupts service to DirectSpace Networks` customers. The term "spamming" also includes, but is not limited to, maintaining an open SMTP policy, engaging in spamming using the service of another ISP and referencing in the spam a web site hosted on a DirectSpace Networks server, and selling or distributing software (on a web site residing on a DirectSpace Networks server) that facilitates spamming. Violators will be assessed a minimum fine of $200 and will face immediate termination. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Support of Spammers: Any customer that supports, resells or hosts a known spammer will be immediately terminated from the DirectSpace network. Violators will be assessed a minimum fine of $200 and will face immediate termination. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Scripts: Any scripts that pose a potential security risk or are deemed to be adversely affecting network performance or integrity will be shut down or will be automatically removed without prior notice. DirectSpace Networks does not permit script sharing with domains not hosted by DirectSpace Networks.

VPN/Proxy Services: DirectSpace Networks allows for VPN services as well as proxy services on a Dedicated Server. However, all actions must be kept legal and any customer that engages in fraudulent or unlawful activities either directly or indirectly will be terminated from the DirectSpace network. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Software Distribution: DirectSpace Networks` Dedicate Server service allows for distribution of all legal software. Legal means that the customer holds the legal rights or has been given written permission to distribute the software. Attempts to share or store software that is not of legal means will be removed immediately without notice. Further violations will result in termination of the customers Dedicated Server services.

Multimedia Files: Multimedia files are defined as any graphics, audio, and video files. DirectSpace Networks allows for distribution of all legal multimedia files. Legal means that the customer holds the legal rights or has been given written permission to distribute the multimedia files. Attempts to share or store multimedia files that are not of legal means will be removed immediately without notice. Further violations will result in termination of the Dedicated Server service.

Bittorrent/P2P: DirectSpace Networks does allow for bittorrent or P2P software to be deployed on a Dedicated Server as long as it does not impact the service of other customers on the DirectSpace network. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

Billing for Network Resources: The customer understands that the customer is responsible for paying for any network resources that are used to connect the customer's server to the Internet. The customer may request that the customer's server be disconnected from the Internet, but the customer will still be responsible for paying for any network resources used up to the point of suspension

C. All DirectSpace Networks Customer Acceptable User Polices

The following Acceptable User Polices apply to ALL DirectSpace Networks customers.

DirectSpace Networks` services include, but are not limited to:

1. any act of preparing, setting up, connecting, maintaining, terminating, or reconnecting customers' account (including all billing data and the space on the particular Web server that DirectSpace Networks provides to customers);

2. any use by customers, or any access provided to customers by DirectSpace Networks, of computing, telecommunications, software, information, hardware, and equipment;

3. any act, or provision of any service, by DirectSpace Networks to customers, related to web services and domain name registrations (including server usage and technical support), regardless of duration and whether paid for or not;

4. any provision by DirectSpace Networks to customers, of any space, Internet connectivity, or electrical power;

5. any access or use related to the DirectSpace Networks` web site, including the web site itself;

6. any other service mentioned in the AUP;

7. any other service provided by DirectSpace Networks to customers, whether used or not;

8. any other DirectSpace Networks services that are used by customers, whether offered or provided by DirectSpace Networks to customers.

Ownership of Service: The legal owner of customers' services with DirectSpace Networks will be the individual or organization whose name is listed in DirectSpace Networks` database as the owner. Customers will fully cooperate with and abide by any and all of DirectSpace Networks` security measures and procedures in the event of any dispute over ownership of customers' services with DirectSpace Networks.

Illegal Use: DirectSpace Networks servers may be used for lawful purposes only. Transmission, storage, or distribution of any information, data, or material in violation of any applicable law or regulation, or that may directly facilitate the violation of any particular law or regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material; trademarks; trade secrets or other intellectual property rights used without proper authorization; material that is obscene, defamatory, constitutes an illegal threat, or violates export control laws. Additionally, in purchasing DirectSpace Networks services, all DirectSpace Networks customers certify that they and/or the organization they represent in procuring services from DirectSpace Networks are not, nor have been designated, a suspected terrorist as defined in Executive Order 13224; are not owned or controlled by a 'suspected terrorist' as defined in Executive Order 13224; and are not on, re not a member of, related to, associated with, or controlled by any organizations on the list contained in the Annex to Executive Order 13224 and all updates thereto.

Spamming: Sending unsolicited bulk and/or commercial messages over the Internet (known as "spamming") is prohibited, regardless of whether or not it overloads a server or disrupts service to DirectSpace Networks` customers. The term "spamming" also includes, but is not limited to, maintaining an open SMTP policy, engaging in spamming using the service of another ISP and referencing in the spam a web site hosted on a DirectSpace Networks server, and selling or distributing software (on a web site residing on a DirectSpace Networks server) that facilitates spamming. Violators will be assessed a minimum fine of US $200 and will face immediate termination. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, what constitutes a violation of this provision.

System and Network Abuse: Violations of system or network security are prohibited and may result in criminal and civil liability. Examples of system or network security violations include, without limitation the following: unauthorized access to or use of data, systems or networks, including any attempt to probe, scan or test the vulnerability of a system or network or to breach security or authentication measures without express authorization of the owner of the system or network; interference with service to any user, host or network including, without limitation, mail bombing, flooding, deliberate attempts to overload a system and broadcast attacks; forging of any TCP-IP packet header or any part of the header information in an email or a newsgroup posting.

Viruses and Other Destructive Activities: Use of DirectSpace Networks` services or equipment for creating or sending Internet viruses, worms or Trojan horses, or for pinging, flooding or mail bombing, or engaging in denial of service attacks is prohibited. It is also prohibited for any customer to engage in other activity that is intended to disrupt or interfere with, or that results in the disruption of or interference with, the ability of others to effectively use DirectSpace Networks` services and equipment (or any connected network, system, service or equipment) or conduct their business over the Internet.

Copyright Violations: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") sets forth the law regarding the use of copyrighted materials on the Internet. All DirectSpace Networks customers are subject to the requirements of the DMCA. Individuals or entities submitting notifications of copyright infringement by a DirectSpace Networks customer (per the DMCA) to DirectSpace Networks must follow the below procedures. Copyright infringement notifications submitted to DirectSpace Networks according to these procedures will be processed within 21 days of receipt. Customers who are the subject of a DMCA notification that meets the below criteria may be subject to account termination at DirectSpace Networks` sole discretion.

Adult Content: Pornography and sex-related merchandising is NOT allowed on the DirectSpace network. Also, any illegal content will be forwarded over to the proper authority.

Child Pornography: The use of DirectSpace Networks` services to store, post, display, transmit, advertise or otherwise make available child pornography is prohibited. DirectSpace Networks is required by law, and will, notify law enforcement agencies when it becomes aware of the presence of child pornography on, or being transmitted through, its services.

Customer Responsibility: Customers are required to use the DirectSpace Networks network responsibly. This includes respecting the other customers of DirectSpace Networks. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to suspend and/or terminate service with any customer who uses the DirectSpace Networks network in such a way that adversely affects other DirectSpace Networks customers. While DirectSpace Networks may monitor its service electronically to determine that its facility is operating satisfactorily, as a general practice, DirectSpace Networks does not monitor its customers' communications or activities to determine whether they are in compliance with the AUP. However, when DirectSpace Networks becomes aware of any violation of the AUP or other user agreements, DirectSpace Networks may take any action to stop or correct such violation, including, but not limited to, denying access to DirectSpace Networks` services and equipment or to the Internet. In addition, DirectSpace Networks may take action against a customer or a customer of such customer because of the activities of such customer. DirectSpace Networks anticipates that customers who offer services will cooperate with DirectSpace Networks in any corrective or preventive action that DirectSpace Networks deems necessary. Failure to cooperate with such corrective or preventive measures is a violation of DirectSpace Networks policy and DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to take any such action even though such action may affect other customers of the DirectSpace Networks customer.

Actions Taken by DirectSpace Networks: The failure by a customer to meet or follow any of the AUP is grounds for account termination. DirectSpace Networks will be the sole arbiter as to what constitutes a violation of the AUP. DirectSpace Networks reserves the right to remove any account without prior notice and to refuse service to anyone at any time. When DirectSpace Networks becomes aware of an alleged violation of its AUP, DirectSpace Networks will initiate an investigation. During the investigation, DirectSpace Networks may restrict a customer's access in order to prevent further potentially unauthorized activity. Depending on the severity of the violation, DirectSpace Networks may, at its sole discretion, restrict, suspend, or terminate a customer's service and/or pursue other civil remedies. If such violation is a criminal offense, DirectSpace Networks will notify the appropriate law enforcement authorities of such violation. An unlisted activity may also be a violation of the AUP if it is illegal, irresponsible, or constitutes disruptive use of the Internet. DirectSpace Networks does not issue credits for outages incurred through service disablement resulting from AUP violations. Violators of the policy are responsible, without limitations, for the cost of labor to rectify any damage done to the operation of the network and business operations supported by the network, and to respond to complaints incurred by DirectSpace Networks.

Indemnification: DirectSpace Networks customers agree to protect, defend, hold harmless, and indemnify DirectSpace Networks, any third party entity related to DirectSpace Networks (including, without limitation, third party vendors), and DirectSpace Networks` executives, directors, officers, attorneys, managers, employees, consultants, contractors, agents, parent companies, subsidiaries, and co-subsidiaries with the same parent company as DirectSpace Networks, from and against any and all liabilities, losses, costs, judgments, damages, claims, or causes of actions, including, without limitation, any and all legal fees and expenses, arising out of or resulting in any from the customer's use of DirectSpace Networks` services.

Disclaimer: The DirectSpace Networks service is provided on an as is, as available basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement. DirectSpace Networks expressly disclaims any representation or warranty that the DirectSpace Networks service will be error-free, secure or uninterrupted. No oral advice or written information given by DirectSpace Networks, its employees, licensors or the like, will create a warranty; nor may you rely on any such information or advice. DirectSpace Networks and its partners and suppliers will not be liable for any cost or damage arising either directly or indirectly from any transaction or use of the service.

Termination for Bankruptcy or Insolvency: If a customer becomes insolvent or any bankruptcy petition is filed by the customer, or any third party against the customer, DirectSpace Networks may immediately terminate provision of DirectSpace Networks` services to the customer without prior notice or penalty. Such customer consents to the grant of relief from any automatic stay of proceedings against DirectSpace Networks in such event.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT, AND UNDER NO THEORY OF LAW OR EQUITY, WILL DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS` EXECUTIVES, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, ATTORNEYS, MANAGERS, EMPLOYEES, CONSULTANTS, CONTRACTORS, AGENTS, PARENT COMPANIES, SUBSIDIARIES, CO-SUBSIDIARIES WITH THE SAME PARENT COMPANY AS DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS, AFFILIATES, THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS, MERCHANTS, LICENSORS, OR THE LIKE) OR ANYONE ELSE INVOLVED IN CREATING, PRODUCING, OR DISTRIBUTING DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS` SERVICES, BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF A DOMAIN NAME, OR ANY BUSINESS OR PERSONAL LOSS, REVENUES DECREASE, EXPENSE SINCREASE, COSTS OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS AND/OR DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS SERVICES, OR ANY OTHER LOSS OR DAMAGE WHATSOEVER, OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF ANY USE OF, OR ANY INABILITY TO USE, ANY DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS SERVICES EVEN IF DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS` TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY, IF ANY, TO CUSTOMER, OR ANY THIRD PARTY, FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES, RELATED TO THE AUP OR DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS` SERVICES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE FROM ANY NEGLIGENCE, ANY ACT OR OMISSION BY DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS OR DIRECTSPACE NETWORKS` REPRESENTATIVES, OR UNDER ANY OTHER THEORY OF LAW OR EQUITY, WILL BE LIMITED TO, AND WILL NOT EXCEED, THE ACTUAL DOLLAR AMOUNT PAID BY THE CUSTOMER FOR THE SERVICES WHICH GAVE RISE TO SUCH DAMAGES, LOSSES AND CAUSES OF ACTIONS DURING THE 3-MONTH PERIOD PRIOR TO THE DATE THE DAMAGE OR LOSS OCCURRED OR THE CAUSE OF ACTION AROSE.

Modifications: DirectSpace Networks may discontinue, upgrade, replace, modify, or change in any way, without limitation, any software, application, program, data, hardware, equipment, or portions or components thereof, used to provide customers with DirectSpace Networks` services. Certain changes to DirectSpace Networks` services may affect the operation of customers' personalized applications and content. Each customer is solely responsible, and DirectSpace Networks is not liable, for any and all such personalized applications and content, except as expressly agreed to by DirectSpace Networks in written form.

Backup of Data: Except where DirectSpace Networks has expressly agreed in writing to the contrary, customers are solely and entirely responsible, and DirectSpace Networks is in NO way responsible, for the management and backup of all customer data, and all updates, upgrades, and patches to any software that customers use in connection with DirectSpace Networks services.

Third Party Licenses: DirectSpace Networks makes a reasonable effort to provide customers with technologies, developments, and innovations (collectively Technologies), part of which may be licensed, or co-branded, from or by, third party entities. However, DirectSpace Networks makes NO warranty of any kind, either express or implied, regarding the quality, accuracy, reliability, validity, or continued existence of any or all aspects of such Technologies. Moreover, DirectSpace Networks specifically disclaims all warranties of merchantability and and fitness for a particular purpose for such Technologies. Furthermore, no customer will hold DirectSpace Networks liable in any way for the revocation of any license, which has been licensed to DirectSpace Networks. The use of the Technologies obtained from or through DirectSpace Networks, or any other referred third party, whether directly or indirectly, is at the sole risk of customers.

Non-DirectSpace Networks Products: Any mention of non-DirectSpace Networks products by DirectSpace Networks, its employees, or any third party entity related to DirectSpace Networks is for information purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by DirectSpace Networks. DirectSpace Networks disclaims any and all liabilities for any representation or warranty made by the vendors of such non-DirectSpace Networks products or services.

DirectSpace Networks` Intellectual Property: Customers will not, without DirectSpace Networks` express written consent, copy, reproduce, republish, or otherwise use any material, in whole or in part, that is located on DirectSpace Networks` web site, and customers will not use any of DirectSpace Networks` trademarks, service marks, copyrighted materials, or other intellectual property without DirectSpace Networks` express written consent. Customers will not, in any way, misrepresent their relationship with DirectSpace Networks, attempt to pass themselves off as DirectSpace Networks, or claim that customers are DirectSpace Networks.

Assignment: Customers may not assign or delegate their rights or obligations under the AUP or other agreement for DirectSpace Networks` services, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of DirectSpace Networks.

Minimum Age Requirement: DirectSpace Networks customers must be at least 18 years of age. Any individual under the age of 18 years (Minor) must have a parent or guardian accept the AUP in order for the Minor to become a DirectSpace Networks customer. A parent or guardian who accepts the AUP on behalf of a Minor will be primarily liable for ensuring complete and proper compliance with the AUP, including the timely and full payment of the charges for DirectSpace Networks services, and such primary liability will continue even when the Minor has attained the age of 18, unless the parent or guardian obtains DirectSpace Networks` express written consent to the contrary. Any acceptance of the AUP or any other agreement for DirectSpace Networks` services will be deemed null and void to the extent that DirectSpace Networks will not be liable in any way as a result of the Minor's age or legal incapacity or the Minor's use of DirectSpace Networks` services.

Governing Law and Severability: The AUP, and any other agreement for DirectSpace Networks services, will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon , USA without reference to its conflicts of laws principles. Any litigation or arbitration between a customer and DirectSpace Networks will take place within the State of Oregon, and the customer will consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in that jurisdiction. If any provision or portion of the AUP or other DirectSpace Networks agreement is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of the AUP or the agreement will continue in full force and effect.

Delay in Performance: DirectSpace Networks will not be liable for delays in its performance of the AUP or DirectSpace Networks services caused by circumstances beyond DirectSpace Networks` reasonable control, including acts of God, wars, insurrection, civil commotions, riots, national disasters, earthquakes, strikes, fires, floods, water damage, explosions, shortages of labor or materials, labor disputes, transportation problems, accidents, embargoes, or governmental restrictions (collectively Force Majeure). DirectSpace Networks will make reasonable efforts to reduce to a minimum and mitigate the effect of any Force Majeure. Notwithstanding anything contained elsewhere herein, lack of finances will not be considered an event of Force Majeure nor will any event of Force Majeure suspend any obligation of customers for the payment of money due. Waiver and Amendment any waiver, modification, or amendment of any provision of the AUP or other agreement for DirectSpace Networks services, initiated by a customer, will be effective only if accepted in writing and signed by an authorized representative of DirectSpace Networks.

Independent Contractors: Nothing in this Agreement will be construed as creating a partnership or relationship of employer and employee, principal and agent, partnership or joint venture between DirectSpace Networks and its customers. Each of DirectSpace Networks customers will be deemed an independent contractor at all times and will have no right or authority to assume or create any obligation on behalf of the other, except as may be expressly provided herein.

D. All DirectSpace Networks Customer Billing Policy

The following Acceptable User Policy constitutes DirectSpace Networks` Billing Policy and apply to ALL DirectSpace Networks customers:

Payments: All charges are shown in US Dollars. Payments are to be made in US dollars. DirectSpace Networks accepts the following types of payment: - Credit Card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and Paypal.

All payments are due on the Account Statement Date. The Account Statement Date is the first day of each month. If you provide DirectSpace Networks your credit card information, you authorize DirectSpace Networks to automatically charge your credit or debit card for charges that apply to your account. Recurring charges will be posted to your credit card until such time that you cancel your account in accordance with DirectSpace Networks` Billing Policy in the AUP. Charges subsequent to your initial order will accumulate in your account until such charges exceed $.01. DirectSpace Networks will then automatically charge your credit card on the next Account Statement Date. You are responsible for directly updating, or notifying DirectSpace Networks, of any changes to your credit card (including, but not limited to card number, expiration date, billing address, or card status).

Customers not paying by credit card agree to make payment of their balance due within three (3) days of the Account Statement Date.
Accounts that are three (3) days past due will be automatically suspended and terminated after five (5) days. All past due and unpaid balances are subject to collection. In the event of collection, you will be liable for costs of collection including attorney's fees, court costs, and collection agency fees.

Billing Cycles (Terms)
DirectSpace Networks offers four Billing Cycles (terms) for hosting charges: Monthly, Quarterly (3 months), Semi (6 months) and Yearly (12 months). The Billing Cycle may be prorated to the first of the next month.
You may elect to change your Billing Cycle at any time; however, the new Billing Cycle will only take effect at the time of the next plan renewal.
All additional features added to an account are charged monthly. Additional items are non-refundable.

Account Renewals: In order to insure uninterrupted service to your website, all plans will automatically renew at the end of the plan's Billing Cycle. Plan renewal charges are based on the prevailing rate on the date of renewal according to the service selected. Plans are renewed for the same billing cycle. If you wish to cancel your plan before plan renewal, please refer to the Cancellation section below.

Statements: DirectSpace Networks does not mail paper invoices or statements. Statements can be viewed and printed through DirectSpace Networks` ePortal Member Area. Customers may elect to receive their monthly account billing statement via email. This option may be selected in ePortal Member's Area.

Fees
Returned (NSF) Checks
DirectSpace Networks charges a $25.00 fee for returned (NSF) checks. Customers that issue an NSF check will be required to submit future payments with a certified check or money order.
Credit Card Chargebacks
A $25.00 chargeback fee will be assessed for each credit card chargeback received by DirectSpace Networks.
Reactivation
Customers that wish to reactivate a closed account will be assessed a $15 reactivation fee.
Service Changes
Customers electing to change to a lower priced service plan on the same platform will not be charged downgrade fee. There is no upgrade fee for upgrading to a higher priced plan, however, you will be charged any difference between the setup fee applicable to your new and former plans.
Platform Change
Customers that elect to change plans to a different operating system platform will not be charged a platform change fee.
Account Splits and Mergers
DirectSpace Networks encourages customers to merge services contained in two or more accounts into one account. There is no fee for this service. Customers may also request that DirectSpace Networks separate one or more services contained under one account into separate accounts.

Cancellations: Services will automatically renew until a plan is cancelled. In order to cancel service, you must use the REQUEST CANCELLATION button under each service within your ePortal Member Area. Please be aware that there are no refunds of service.
Cancellation requests must be received by DirectSpace Networks a minimum of 5 (5) days prior to the end of your Billing Cycle for dedicated server plans and a minimum of three (3) days prior to the end of your Billing Cycle for all other plans. Cancellations submitted later than this time may result in automatic renewal of your hosting plan. Cancellations become effective on the day before your Billing Cycle renewal. DirectSpace Networks will confirm the cancellation request when it is processed. If you do not receive a confirmation, please contact DirectSpace Networks as soon as possible.
DirectSpace Networks does not monitor, and will not automatically cancel, plans for problems related to domain name transfers, non-usage, your ISP, or any other secondary issues not directly related to DirectSpace Networks` services. Cancellation of services does not relieve the customer from paying any outstanding balance owed on the account. DirectSpace Networks Networks reserves the right to cancel any account, at any time, without notice, for any reason DirectSpace Networks Networks considers appropriate.

Credit Card Disputes/Chargebacks: DirectSpace Networks has a zero tolerance policy for chargebacks. Any customer who disputes a credit card payment is subject to a fine, suspension and account termination at DirectSpace Networks` discretion. A charge of $25.00 per chargeback will be assessed to all accounts that receive a chargeback.

Billing/Price Changes: DirectSpace Networks` policies and prices are subject to change without notice. Any price changes become effective in the next billing cycle.