# Code of Conduct

## Introduction
Welcome to **Pentest Copilot**! As an ethical hacking and penetration testing tool, Pentest Copilot is designed to assist security professionals and researchers in identifying vulnerabilities responsibly.

**This tool must only be used for lawful, ethical, and authorized security testing purposes.** Unauthorized use of this tool on systems you do not own or have explicit permission to test is strictly prohibited and may violate legal and ethical guidelines.

## Our Standards
To maintain a professional and responsible community, we expect all contributors and users to adhere to the following guidelines:

- **Legal and Ethical Use:**
  - Do not use Pentest Copilot on networks, systems, or applications without **explicit** permission from the owner.
  - Follow all applicable **laws and regulations** regarding cybersecurity and ethical hacking.
  - Respect the privacy and security of individuals and organizations.

- **Professional Conduct:**
  - Engage with the community in a respectful and constructive manner.
  - Do not use this tool for malicious purposes such as unauthorized data breaches, fraud, or exploitation.
  - Report vulnerabilities **responsibly** following coordinated disclosure practices.

- **Contribution Guidelines:**
  - Follow our contribution guidelines as detailed in [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/bugbasesecurity/pentest-copilot/CONTRIBUTING.md).
  - Maintain integrity and transparency in all contributions.
  - Avoid introducing malicious or harmful code.

## Enforcement
Any violations of this Code of Conduct may result in:
- **Warnings** for minor infractions.
- **Temporary or permanent bans** from contributing or using the tool.
- **Legal consequences** if the tool is misused in ways that violate laws or ethical standards.

If you witness or experience any unethical behavior related to Pentest Copilot, please report it to our team at [queries@bugbase.ai](mailto:queries@bugbase.ai).

## Final Note
Pentest Copilot is created with the intent of **improving cybersecurity** by helping organizations and researchers find and fix vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. Let’s work together to ensure it is used for ethical and legal purposes only.

For more details, please refer to our [Terms and Conditions](https://pentest.bugbase.ai/terms).

Thank you for being a responsible member of our community!