This Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) forms part of the Terms of Use of BizHive UK. By accessing or using our website, you agree to follow the rules set out in this policy. If you do not agree, you must stop using the site immediately.
This AUP applies to all users, including businesses, consumers, reviewers, and visitors.
General Principles
You must use BizHive UK lawfully, responsibly, and in a way that does not harm:
The website
Other users
Listed businesses
Our reputation or brand
You agree not to misuse any features, including search, reviews, business listings, messaging, or submission forms.
Prohibited Activities
You must not use BizHive UK to:
Illegal, Harmful or Abusive Activity
Break any UK law or regulation.
Harass, threaten, or bully any individual or business.
Spread hate speech, discrimination, or violent content.
Upload or submit defamatory, fraudulent, or malicious information.
Misuse of the Platform
You must not:
Disrupt or interfere with our website, servers, or security systems.
Attempt to bypass access restrictions.
Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code.
Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers without permission.
Perform load testing, scanning, or penetration testing without written consent.
False or Misleading Content
You must not:
Create fake business listings.
Submit false reviews (positive or negative).
Impersonate another person or company.
Manipulate ratings or search results.
Provide inaccurate or misleading business information.
Unauthorised Advertising or Spam
You must not:
Send spam messages or mass marketing via our site.
Post unsolicited promotional content.
Use BizHive UK's listings or user data for unsolicited outreach.
Misuse of Intellectual Property
You must not:
Upload content you do not own or have the right to use.
Infringe copyrights, trademarks, or proprietary data.
Remove or obscure our branding, copyright notices, or licensing statements.
Review and Comment Rules
When posting reviews, comments, feedback, or user-generated content:
Be honest and based on real experience.
Use respectful and non-abusive language.
Do not post private personal data (emails, phone numbers, addresses).
Do not attempt to extort or blackmail businesses with negative reviews.
Do not disclose confidential business information without permission.
We reserve the right to remove or edit any content that breaches these guidelines.
Business Listing Rules
Businesses must:
Provide accurate, up-to-date information.
Only list real and legally operating businesses in the UK.
Not use misleading categories, keywords, or claims.
Not create duplicate or fake listings.
Only upload images or logos they have the rights to use.
We may suspend or remove listings that violate these rules.
Security and Account Responsibilities
You must:
Keep your password secure.
Notify us immediately of any unauthorised account access.
Not share your BizHive UK account with others.
Not attempt to access or modify other users’ accounts or data.
Reporting Abuse
If you discover misuse, harmful content, or suspicious activity, please contact us at:
info@bizhive.uk
We will investigate and take action where appropriate.
Enforcement
BizHive UK may take any of the following actions for violations of this AUP:
Warning notices
Content removal
Account suspension or termination
Business listing removal
Blocking IP addresses
Reporting illegal activity to authorities
We reserve the right to decide what constitutes misuse.
Updates to This Policy
We may amend this AUP from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance.