Acceptable Use Policy
What you can and cannot do with Formatho
Permitted Use
Using any tool for legitimate development, testing, or educational purposes
Using security tools (headers analyzer, CSP evaluator) to audit your own websites
Using crypto tools (hash generator, JWT decoder) to debug your own applications
Using blockchain tools to interact with contracts you own or have permission to read
Using the vanity address generator to create addresses for your own wallets
Sharing links to Formatho tools in documentation, blog posts, or forums
Using tools for CTF challenges and security research with proper authorization
Prohibited Use
Attacking, probing, or scanning websites you do not own or have written authorization to test
Using security tools to exploit vulnerabilities in third-party systems
Generating cryptocurrency addresses for phishing, fraud, or theft
Using the string obfuscator or encoding tools to evade spam filters or security controls maliciously
Attempting to identify private keys, seed phrases, or wallet addresses belonging to others
Using tools to create or distribute malware
Scraping, rate-limit abuse, or attempting to overload our infrastructure
Using tools in violation of applicable laws including CFAA, GDPR, or local computer crime statutes
Crypto and Blockchain Tools
Important: Formatho blockchain tools (vanity address generator, wallet generator, multi-chain keys) generate cryptographic keys in your browser. These tools are for development, testing, and education. For wallets holding real funds, always use a hardware wallet or air-gapped device. We are not responsible for lost funds resulting from keys generated on this site.
Security Tools
Authorization required: Security tools (headers analyzer, CSP evaluator, CORS tester) must only be used against systems you own or have explicit written authorization to test. Unauthorized security testing is illegal under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) and similar laws worldwide.
Consequences of Violation
If we detect abuse of Formatho tools for malicious purposes, we may:
- Block your IP address or network range
- Report illegal activity to relevant authorities
- Cooperate with law enforcement investigations
- Modify or restrict tools that are being abused
No Warranty
Formatho tools are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We make no guarantees about accuracy, security, or fitness for a particular purpose. Use at your own risk. See our Terms of Service for full details.
Contact
Questions about acceptable use? [email protected]