Abuse Report Handling

Understanding and Addressing Abuse Reports

Bright Data's commitment to upholding the highest standards of digital ethics and integrity is unwavering. Central to this commitment is our stringent zero-tolerance policy against non-compliant traffic and unauthorized network activities. We believe in creating an ecosystem that respects the boundaries and regulations of the digital landscape. Any deviations from these standards are not only a breach of our terms but a compromise on the trust our partners and users place in us. To ensure continuous adherence, our dedicated teams regularly monitor network activities, employing cutting-edge technology and best practices to detect and address any anomalies immediately. This relentless vigilance ensures that our network remains secure, reliable, and above reproach at all times.


What are Abuse Reports?

In the vast digital landscape of the web, abuse reports refer to complaints or notifications about malicious or unauthorized activities originating from or associated with a particular IP address or domain. These can include activities such as spamming, hacking, phishing, DDoS attacks, and more. Such reports play a crucial role in maintaining the security and integrity of the internet.


Bright Data's Commitment to Preventing Abuse

At Bright Data, we prioritize the security and ethical use of our network. Hence, we have established stringent measures to address and prevent any form of web abuse associated with our IP addresses. Our strict zero-tolerance policy ensures that non-compliant traffic and unauthorized network activities are identified, scrutinized, and promptly addressed.


Collaborating with Law Enforcement and Security Companies

In scenarios where legal proceedings are initiated based on the abuse report, Bright Data stands ready to cooperate fully with officially sanctioned investigations. Our commitment to ethical web practices means that we actively collaborate with law enforcement agencies and security companies to aid in their investigative processes, emphasizing our dedication to a safer internet ecosystem.

Upon receiving an abuse report through our vendors, dedicated email, or our abuse report page, our Compliance Team immediately validates the credibility and authenticity of the reporting party. A structured abuse procedure is then initiated, outlining responsibilities for internal investigation and communication protocols within and outside the organization. In the investigative phase, we meticulously examine the circumstances surrounding the implicated domain. If our initial findings warrant it, we may restrict access to the domain as a precautionary measure, ensuring no further potential issues arise while we pursue additional clarification and conduct a thorough investigation. This ensures the integrity of our network and safeguards all parties involved until a resolution is attained.

To mitigate any potential ongoing harm while we conduct our investigation. Our team carefully analyzes the submitted logs and traces the associated traffic to its origin.  If abuse is verified, all pertinent information is transferred to our Compliance Officer and Legal Team for appropriate action. Should the reporting party wish to engage in legal proceedings, Bright Data will fully cooperate with any officially sanctioned investigations.


Abuse Activity Reporting

If you suspect that Bright Data IP addresses are involved in abusive conduct, we urge you to contact our Compliance Team via the form linked below. To expedite our response, please complete the entire form and furnish all requisite information. We commit to responding within one business day. For issues related to form submission, please direct your queries to [email protected].

Report Abuse Activity