Fair Use Policy
Last updated: 17 December 2024
About This Policy
This Fair Use Policy ("Policy") is designed to ensure all Trvel customers can enjoy reliable, high-quality mobile data services. It applies to all eSIM plans purchased from Vertial Holdings Pty Ltd (ABN 72 629 494 926) trading as Trvel. By using our services, you agree to comply with this Policy.
1. Data Allowances
1.1 High-Speed Data
Each Trvel eSIM plan includes a daily high-speed data allowance of 1GB per day. High-speed data provides full 5G/4G speeds where available, suitable for all typical travel activities including video calls, streaming, and navigation.
1.2 Unlimited Data After High-Speed Allowance
After you have used your daily 1GB high-speed allowance, you will continue to have unlimited data access at reduced speeds (1.25 Mbps) for the remainder of the day. This speed is sufficient for:
- Messaging applications (WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage)
- Email and basic web browsing
- Maps and navigation
- Social media (text and compressed images)
1.3 Daily Reset
Your high-speed data allowance resets every 24 hours from your first data use. Unused high-speed data does not roll over to the next day.
2. What Is Fair Use?
Fair use means using our services in a reasonable manner consistent with typical travel needs. Our eSIM plans are designed for personal use by individual travellers, not for commercial purposes, permanent internet access, or to replace home broadband services.
Examples of Fair Use
- Browsing websites and checking social media
- Using maps and navigation while exploring
- Sending messages and making VoIP calls
- Streaming music while sightseeing
- Uploading photos to social media
- Video calls with family and friends
- Occasional video streaming (standard definition recommended)
- Using your phone as intended while travelling
3. Prohibited Activities
To ensure all customers receive quality service, the following activities are not permitted and may result in service suspension or termination:
Prohibited Activities
- Excessive tethering or mobile hotspot usage
- Using the eSIM in routers, IoT devices, or non-mobile devices
- Commercial or business-critical operations
- Running servers, hosting websites, or peer-to-peer sharing
- Continuous high-bandwidth streaming (24/7 video)
- Automated or scripted data consumption
- Reselling or redistributing the data connection
- Using VPNs to circumvent geographic restrictions
- Any illegal activities or content distribution
3.1 Tethering and Hotspot
Limited tethering (sharing your mobile data with a laptop or tablet) for personal use is generally acceptable. However, excessive tethering that significantly exceeds normal mobile device usage, or using the connection as a primary internet source for multiple devices, is not permitted.
3.2 Commercial Use
Our eSIM plans are for personal travel use only. Using our services for business-critical operations, commercial activities, or as a primary business internet connection is not permitted. Business travellers using data for normal work activities (email, video conferencing) are welcome.
4. Network Management
4.1 Speed Management
We employ speed management practices to ensure fair access for all users:
- Daily High-Speed Cap: After consuming your daily high-speed allowance, speeds are reduced to ensure continued service access.
- Network Optimisation: During periods of network congestion, data may be prioritised to ensure all users maintain reasonable connectivity.
4.2 Usage Monitoring
We monitor aggregate usage patterns to detect unusual activity that may indicate abuse or violation of this Policy. Individual browsing activity is not monitored or recorded. We only analyse usage volumes and patterns for service management purposes.
5. Consequences of Violation
If we detect usage that violates this Fair Use Policy, we may take the following actions:
Enforcement Actions
- Warning notification via email
- Temporary speed reduction or service restriction
- Suspension of service without refund
- Permanent ban from future purchases
We will attempt to contact you before taking action where possible, but reserve the right to act immediately in cases of severe abuse.
6. Your Responsibilities
As a Trvel customer, you are responsible for:
- Using the service in accordance with this Policy and applicable laws
- Ensuring your device is secure and protected from malware
- Not sharing your eSIM or data connection for commercial purposes
- Reporting any suspected unauthorised use of your eSIM
- Understanding and respecting the data allowances of your plan
7. International Regulations
Our eSIM services operate across multiple jurisdictions through partnerships with local network operators. Your use must comply with:
- Local telecommunications regulations in your destination country
- Australian telecommunications laws
- The acceptable use policies of underlying network operators
- Any applicable international data transfer regulations
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Fair Use Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, network capabilities, or regulatory requirements. Changes will be effective when posted on our website. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
9. Questions and Support
If you have questions about this Fair Use Policy or believe your usage has been incorrectly flagged, please contact our support team:
Vertial Holdings Pty Ltd
ABN: 72 629 494 926
Email: support@trvel.co
New South Wales, Australia
We are committed to working with customers to resolve any concerns and ensure you can make the most of your Trvel eSIM while travelling.