Copyright & Content Policy

1. User-Generated Content

Our platform is a user-generated content platform. All images, articles, notes, and other materials published on this website are uploaded and shared by our registered users. We do not claim ownership of any user-submitted content.

By uploading content to our platform, users represent and warrant that:

• They own the copyright or have obtained proper authorization to share the content
• The content does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights
• The content complies with all applicable laws and regulations

2. Copyright Ownership

Copyright for all user-generated content remains with the original content creators or rights holders. Users retain full ownership of their original works.

The website's design, logo, trademarks, and proprietary software are owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws.

3. Image and Media Content

Images and media files uploaded to our platform may include:

• Original Works: Photographs, illustrations, and graphics created by users
• Licensed Content: Materials that users have obtained proper licenses to share
• Fair Use Content: Materials used under fair use principles for commentary, criticism, or educational purposes

We encourage users to properly attribute sources and respect copyright laws when sharing content.

4. DMCA Notice and Takedown Procedure

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied and posted on our platform in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide us with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including the URL or other specific location
• Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate

5. How to Report Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted material has been used without authorization, please contact us immediately:

Please include all required information as listed above. We will investigate all valid claims and take appropriate action, which may include:

• Removing or disabling access to the infringing content
• Notifying the user who uploaded the content
• Terminating accounts of repeat infringers

6. Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification containing:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed material and its previous location
• A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the material was removed by mistake
• Your name, address, and telephone number
• Consent to the jurisdiction of your local federal court

7. Repeat Infringer Policy

We maintain a policy of terminating the accounts of users who are repeat infringers of copyright. Users who receive multiple valid DMCA notices may have their accounts suspended or permanently terminated.

8. Disclaimer

We act as a platform for user-generated content and do not pre-screen or edit user submissions. We are not responsible for the content posted by users. However, we will respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notices and remove infringing content as required by law.

9. Contact Information

For copyright-related inquiries or to report infringement:

Email: copyright@readpublic.org

We aim to respond to all copyright notices within 48 business hours.