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1. Introduction

These Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) terms outline the ownership, usage, and restrictions regarding the content, trademarks, and other intellectual property associated with our platform. By using our platform, you agree to comply with these terms.

2. Ownership of Intellectual Property

           •         The platform, including its design, content, graphics, logos, trademarks, and software, is the exclusive property of the platform owner or licensed third parties.

           •         Users do not acquire any ownership rights by using the platform.

           •         Any unauthorized use, copying, or distribution of intellectual property is strictly prohibited.

3. User-Generated Content

Users may post content (e.g., business profiles, service listings, reviews) on the platform. By submitting content, users:

           •         Grant the platform a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, display, and distribute the content for platform-related purposes.

           •         Confirm that they own or have the right to use the content.

           •         Agree not to upload or share copyrighted material without permission.

4. Trademarks & Branding

           •         Our name, logo, and branding are protected trademarks.

           •         Users may not use our trademarks for commercial purposes without explicit written consent.

           •         Unauthorized use of branding that could mislead or imply an affiliation is strictly prohibited.

5. Copyright Infringement & Reporting

           •         We respect copyright laws and expect users to do the same.

           •         If you believe your intellectual property has been used without permission, you can submit a copyright infringement notice to [insert contact email] with:

           1.        A description of the copyrighted work.

           2.        Proof of ownership or authorization.

           3.        Details of the unauthorized use.

           4.        Your contact information.

6. Prohibited Use of Intellectual Property

Users must not:

           •         Copy, reproduce, or distribute content from the platform without permission.

           •         Modify or create derivative works based on the platform’s intellectual property.

           •         Use automated systems (e.g., bots, scrapers) to collect content from the platform.

7. Consequences of Violation

If a user violates these Intellectual Property Rights, we may:

           •         Remove infringing content.

           •         Suspend or terminate the user’s account.

           •         Pursue legal action for serious infringements.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update these terms periodically. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any revisions.

9. Governing Law

These Intellectual Property Rights terms are governed by Scottish law. Any disputes must be resolved in Scottish courts.

10. Contact Information

For inquiries or intellectual property concerns, contact us at:

📧 Email: [insert contact email]

📍 Address: [insert company address]

By using our platform, you agree to respect and comply with these Intellectual Property Rights.