Account Policies
Nekotopia provides free VPN access to the retro computing community. To keep the service sustainable and fair for everyone, we have a few simple policies.
Free Account Access
Plus and Pro tier accounts are provided on a subscription-basis and may be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. These accounts require approval because we have limited capacity for higher bandwidth tiers.
Keeping Your Account Active
Your account remains valid as long as you:
Stay active— Log in at least once every 6 monthsPlay fair— Do not consistently exceed your bandwidth allocationFollow the rules— Comply with ourTerms of Service
How Seat Allocation Works
We have a limited number of Pro and Plus-tier "seats" available. This is mostly due to funding. As a community site, we want to be fair and provide free-to-use accounts. However, more feature-rich accounts do offer improved services.
Here's how Plus and Pro account allocation works:
First come, first served— Apply early for the best chance of approval. IRIXNet patrons may request privileged access.Active users have priority— Inactive accounts may be downgraded if seats are neededSupporters get preference—Ko-Fi supportersreceive priority for limited seats
What Happens If You Lose Your Seat
If you're moved from a higher tier due to inactivity or capacity:
You'll always have at least Basic access to the Torus network — you won't lose connectivity entirely.
Questions? Reach out via the Contact page or the Forum if you have any concerns about your account status.