Intellectual Property Policy
1. Introduction
1.1. This Intellectual Property Policy ("Policy") governs the ownership, usage, and protection of intellectual property rights on [Your Company Name] ("Company") e-commerce website for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) transactions in India.
1.2. The Company recognizes the importance of intellectual property and is committed to respecting and protecting the intellectual property rights of others, as well as its own.
2. Copyright
2.1. All content on the Company's website, including text, images, videos, graphics, logos, product descriptions, and any other original work, is protected by copyright law and is the property of the Company or the rightful owner.
2.2. Users are prohibited from using, reproducing, modifying, distributing, or displaying copyrighted content from the website without prior written permission from the Company or the copyright owner, except as expressly permitted by applicable copyright laws or with a valid license.
3. Trademarks
3.1. The trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, and other identifying marks ("Trademarks") displayed on the Company's website are the property of the Company or their respective owners.
3.2. Users are prohibited from using any Trademarks without obtaining prior written permission from the Company or the respective owners. Unauthorized use of Trademarks is strictly prohibited and may be a violation of applicable trademark laws.
4. User-Generated Content
4.1. The Company's website may allow users to submit content, such as reviews, comments, testimonials, or product images ("User-Generated Content").
4.2. Users retain the rights to their own User-Generated Content but grant the Company a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display their User-Generated Content for promotional purposes related to the Company's website.
4.3. By submitting User-Generated Content, users represent and warrant that they have the necessary rights, permissions, and consents to grant the aforementioned license to the Company.
5. Counterfeit and Infringing Products
5.1. The sale or promotion of counterfeit or infringing products on the Company's website is strictly prohibited.
5.2. The Company has a zero-tolerance policy for intellectual property infringement. Any reported infringements will be promptly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken, including removing the infringing products from the website or terminating the accounts of repeat offenders.
6. Notice and Takedown
6.1. Intellectual property owners or their authorized representatives may report suspected infringements on the Company's website by providing a written notice to the designated contact below:
info@kharigo.com
6.2. The notice should include the following information:
- Identification of the allegedly infringing material with sufficient detail to enable the Company to locate it.
- Sufficient information to contact the intellectual property owner or their representative, such as name, address, phone number, and email.
- A statement asserting good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the intellectual property owner or their agent.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate and that the complainant is authorized to act on behalf of the intellectual property owner.
7. Dispute Resolution
7.1. The Company encourages intellectual property owners or their representatives to contact the Company directly to resolve any intellectual property disputes before resorting to legal action.
7.2. The Company will investigate all reported intellectual property disputes in a timely manner and take appropriate actions to address the concerns raised.
8. Amendments
8.1. The Company reserves the right to amend or update this Intellectual Property Policy from time to time. Any revisions will be effective upon posting the updated Policy on the Company's website.
8.2. Users are encouraged to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about the Company's practices regarding intellectual property rights.
9. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Intellectual Property Policy or wish to report any intellectual property infringements, please contact:
info@kharigo.com
By using the Company's website, you agree to comply with this Intellectual Property Policy and abide by the applicable laws and regulations governing intellectual property rights.
This Intellectual Property Policy is an integral part of the Company's overall terms and conditions and should be read in conjunction with other policies and legal agreements.
Note: It is important to consult with an attorney familiar with Indian laws and regulations to ensure compliance with the specific requirements for intellectual property policies in India.