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The Decision Pattern

Acceptable Use Policy

Rules for using our website and research service, and how to report misuse.

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What Is Not Allowed

This policy applies to your use of The Decision Pattern website, account, and research reports. The following activities are not allowed:

  • Illegal activity, fraud, or abuse.
  • Accessing accounts or information without permission, scraping the service, or attempting to disrupt it.
  • Sharing malware or running harmful code.
  • Content or actions that violate intellectual property rights.

How We Respond

Depending on the seriousness of a violation, we may investigate, restrict access, suspend an account, or end access to the service.

Report Misuse

Use the contact form or email us if you suspect a violation. Reports are reviewed promptly.

Leave out passwords, payment details, and other people's personal information. To help us understand the issue, include:

  • The affected page or feature, including its web address.
  • What happened and when.
  • Relevant screenshots or a report reference, if available.