RIPE Database Spam and Abuse FAQs

1. What is the RIPE Database copyright statement ?
2. I have evidence that someone is using a computer with the IP address x.x.x.x  to send Unsolicited Commercial E-mail (UCE, so-called "spam") or is otherwise acting in an irresponsible manner. Can you stop him ? (or how can I stop him?)
3. Can I gather e-mail addresses or personal information from the RIPE Database to send spam, or other types of commercial messages ?

1. What is the RIPE Database copyright statement ?
See http://www.ripe.net/db/copyright.html

2. I have evidence that someone is using a computer with the IP address x.x.x.x  to send Unsolicited Commercial E-mail (UCE, so-called "spam") or is otherwise acting in an irresponsible manner. Can you stop him ? (or how can I stop him?)
We cannot stop this activity. However, if you look for this IP address in the RIPE Database, you will find how to contact the person or persons who are responsible for this IP address.

See also: Network Abuse : Using the RIPE Database to find their network.

3. Can I gather e-mail addresses or personal information from the RIPE Database to send spam, or other types of commercial messages ?
No, this is not acceptable. Please see our Copyright Statement:

"Any use of this material to target advertising or similar activities is explicitly forbidden and may be prosecuted."

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