SourceUsage Policy update \ Anthropic
Anthropic is updating its Usage Policy, effective September 15, 2025, to refine rules on cybersecurity, political content, law enforcement, and high-risk use cases. The update reflects evolving product capabilities and user feedback.
Why it matters
Users can now use Claude for legitimate political research and civic education, while businesses have more specific guidance on when human oversight is required for consumer-facing outputs.
The details
- Restrictions on law enforcement use of surveillance and biometric monitoring remain unchanged. - Anthropic published supplementary guidance in its Help Center regarding agentic use. - Cybersecurity use cases remain supported if the system owner provides consent. - The policy incorporates changes based on regulatory developments and enforcement priorities.
What's next
Anthropic will continue evaluating its policies with external policymakers, subject matter experts, and civil society.
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