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1. involves the transmission of "junk mail," "chain letters," or unsolicited mass mailing, instant messaging, "spimming," or "spamming";

1. contains restricted or password only access pages or hidden pages or images (those not linked to or from another accessible page);
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1. solicits passwords or personal identifying information for commercial or unlawful purposes from other Members;

1. involves commercial activities and/or sales without our prior written consent such as contests, sweepstakes, barter, advertising, or pyramid schemes;

1. includes a photograph of another person that you have posted without that person's consent.

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1. attempting to impersonate another Member or person;

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1. using any information obtained from the PitchRate Services in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person;

1. displaying an advertisement on your profile

1. using the PitchRate Services in a manner inconsistent with any and all applicable laws and regulations.

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