Can i share freeware from the mac app store?

I have a friend who can't access the mac app store (it just hangs). He's asked me if I can download an app for him (the app is free for a limited time). Is this against T&C's and is it even technically possible (i.e. would it even open on his mac, would it be tied to my account)?

If you download it, it will be tied to your account. You would have to give him your AppleID and password--not a good idea.
As I read the agreement, you can only install on computers you own/control--even if it is free.

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