polarhome.com FAQ : polarhome policy : shell upgrade questions :
how much it costs
You have to use application form or write all text, requited data and disclamer on some blank paper. Application must be signed (by hand) personally.
you have to pay this amount only once (when you upgrade your ftp account to shell one).
just regular, registered ftp account can be upgraded to shell account
shell account is activated after received application form (usually 3-6) days.
user will be notified by e-mail.
every malicious activity will result as fallback to ftp account level or total removal, but if your account has not been denied, you can apply again for shell account by sending the appilcation form/paying the fee/etc... Please note if user has more than one account, all accounts will be removed. On polarhome does not exist hack and clean accounts, just normal user accounts that can be lost.
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