Terms of Service
Legal terms and conditions for using our services
Last updated: January 15, 2025
By accessing and using the Bluetooth Security Research platform ("Service") located at bluetoothsecurity.com, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement ("Terms of Service").
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service, including but not limited to security professionals, researchers, students, and organizations.
Legal Binding: These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Bluetooth Security Research. By using our Service, you represent that you have the legal authority to enter into this agreement.
Bluetooth Security Research provides a comprehensive platform for cybersecurity professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts, including:
Core Services
- Bluetooth security tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
- Security tools and utilities database
- Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) tracking
- Vendor and manufacturer information
- MAC address and OUI lookup services
- Educational content and research resources
Professional Features
- Professional networking and collaboration tools
- Advanced search and filtering capabilities
- API access for integration purposes
- Newsletter and security alerts
- Community forums and discussions
- Certification and training resources
Account Creation Requirements
- You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent
- You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
- You must have a valid email address for account verification
- You must choose a unique username that doesn't infringe on others' rights
- One person or entity may not maintain more than one account without permission
Account Security Responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality of account credentials
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication when available
- Monitor account activity regularly
- Keep contact information current
Prohibited Actions
- Sharing account credentials with others
- Creating accounts with false information
- Attempting to access others' accounts
- Using automated tools for account creation
- Circumventing account restrictions
Account Liability: You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use at privacy@bluetoothsecurity.com.
You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and applicable laws.
Strictly Prohibited Activities
Illegal Activities
- Using the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempting unauthorized access to systems or networks
- Distributing malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Conducting attacks against third-party systems
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations
Abuse and Misconduct
- Harassing, threatening, or intimidating other users
- Posting offensive, discriminatory, or harmful content
- Infringing on intellectual property rights
- Impersonating others or providing false information
- Spamming or sending unsolicited communications
Technical Restrictions
- Attempting to reverse engineer or compromise our systems
- Using automated tools to scrape or harvest data without permission
- Overloading our servers or disrupting service availability
- Bypassing rate limits, security measures, or access controls
- Interfering with other users' access to the Service
- Attempting to gain unauthorized administrative access
Ethical Security Research Guidelines
Our platform supports ethical security research and education. All security research activities must be:
- Conducted legally and with proper authorization
- Performed in controlled, isolated environments
- Focused on defensive and educational purposes
- Compliant with responsible disclosure practices
- Respectful of others' privacy and property
Our Content and Platform
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Bluetooth Security Research and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
Protected Elements: This includes but is not limited to our database structure, algorithms, user interface design, logos, trademarks, and proprietary research methodologies.
User-Generated Content
You retain ownership of any content you submit to our Service. However, by submitting content, you grant us certain rights:
License Granted
Worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.
Your Warranties
You warrant that you own or have rights to the content and that it doesn't infringe on others' intellectual property.
Third-Party Content and Links
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services. We do not own or control these third parties and are not responsible for their content, practices, or intellectual property claims.
Service Availability
We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee that the Service will be available at all times. We may experience downtime for:
- Scheduled maintenance and updates
- Emergency security patches
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Unforeseen technical issues
- Force majeure events
Information Accuracy
Important Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information provided through our Service. Security information changes rapidly, and you should verify all information independently before taking action.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Bluetooth Security Research shall not be liable for:
Excluded Damages
- Indirect or consequential damages
- Loss of profits or revenues
- Business interruption
- Data loss or corruption
- Punitive damages
Liability Cap
Our total liability for any claims shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Data Security Commitment
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Your Data Rights
You have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, deletion, and portability as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by:
- Using the account deletion feature in your account settings
- Contacting us through our contact page
- Sending an email to privacy@bluetoothsecurity.com
Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, if you:
- Breach these Terms or our Acceptable Use Policy
- Engage in activities that could harm our Service or other users
- Violate applicable laws or regulations
- Fail to pay applicable fees (for premium services)
- Remain inactive for an extended period
Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. We may delete your account and associated data, though some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.
Applicable Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Bluetooth Security Research operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
Preferred Resolution
We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication. Contact us first to attempt resolution.
Formal Proceedings
Unresolved disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of competent jurisdiction.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated Terms on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications to registered users for significant changes
- Displaying prominent notices on our platform
- Providing in-app notifications for important updates
Acceptance of Changes: Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you disagree with changes, please discontinue use and contact us to delete your account.
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Legal Inquiries
Email: legal@bluetoothsecurity.com
Contact Form: Contact Page
General Support
Email: support@bluetoothsecurity.com
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Professional Contact
Author: RFS - Senior Penetration Tester
LinkedIn: Professional Profile
Certifications: eJPT, eCPPTv2, CRTP, ADCS CESP, Fortinet (NS1, NS2)
Business Partnerships
Partners: pentesting.pt
Agency: poplab.agency
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bluetooth Security Research.
Assignment
We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms. You may not assign your rights without our written consent.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.