Intellectual Property Policy

Purpose and Scope. The Pixleaks Online Platforms (the “Platforms”) is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and expects all users of the Platforms to do the same. This policy sets forth the procedures by which the Pixleaks Online Platforms, as service provider, handles allegations of intellectual property infringement concerning content uploaded by Photographers, and the methods by which rights holders may submit valid notices of infringement. This policy also outlines Authors’ rights and remedies in response to DMCA takedown notices. This policy is incorporated into and made a part of the Pixleaks Online Platforms User Terms.

Options for Rights Holders.

a. Direct Author Communication. To eliminate the violation more quickly rights holders are encouraged, where appropriate, to attempt direct resolution with the Photographer of the Photo alleged to infringe intellectual property rights. Direct communication may resolve disputes without needing to utilize formal notice procedures.

b. DMCA Takedown Notices. Copyright owners or their authorized representatives may submit a DMCA takedown notice requesting the removal of content uploaded by a Photographer. Such notices must comply with all requirements under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. §512).

c. General IPR Notices. Owners or authorized representatives of other intellectual property rights (including, but not limited to, trademarks, patents, and design rights) may submit a General IPR notice requesting the removal of infringing content. Notices must comply with the all-formal requirements. Please read how to submit a valid DMCA notice.

Guidance for Photographers Receiving a Takedown Notice. Photographers who receive a DMCA takedown notice should review this policy to understand their rights, including the right to submit a counter-notification where permitted under law. Failure to respond or comply may result in content removal, account suspension, or other remedies available to Pixleaks.

Pixleaks Role as Service Provider. Photographers upload content directly to the Pixleaks Online Platforms. Pixleaks, as service provider, facilitates platforms operations and is not the owner of Photographer content. Pixleaks is responsible for receiving and processing valid notices of infringement, taking appropriate actions in accordance with applicable law, and providing notice to Photographers where required. Pixleaks may, in its sole discretion and subject to applicable law, take further action to enforce intellectual property rights on the Pixleaks Online Platforms. Read more about Pixleaks' role and actions In Relation to the Protection of Intellectual Property.

Contact Information. The designated copyright agent for the Pixleaks Online Platforms is: OOO «Pixleaks Online Platforms Georgia», Apt. 48, 13 Samtredia st., Tbilisi, Georgia. Email: copyright@pixleaks.com

All DMCA takedown notices, General IPR notices, and related communications must be directed to OOO «Pixleaks Online Platforms Georgia» via the ticket form or, where this is not possible, to the postal or email address above. Pixleaks reserves the right to refuse notices that fail to comply with formal requirements.

Responsibility. Please be aware that knowingly submitting a false claim that online material infringes copyright may expose you to substantial civil liabilities. These may include monetary damages, court costs, and attorneys’ fees incurred by us, the copyright owner, or any licensee of the copyright owner harmed as a result of relying on your misrepresentation. You may also face criminal penalties for perjury