Copyright Policy

1. Overview

Kaalaverse respects intellectual property rights and expects creators, artists, buyers and other platform users to do the same.

This policy explains how copyright-related complaints involving content displayed, uploaded, shared or sold through Kaalaverse may be reported and reviewed.

This policy should be read together with our Terms of Service, Artist Agreement and other applicable platform policies.

2. Ownership of Creative Work

Unless otherwise agreed in writing or provided by applicable law, creators retain ownership of the original work they create and upload to Kaalaverse.

Creative work may include:

• Original paintings, drawings, illustrations and digital art.
• Photography, wildlife photography and visual collections.
• Videos, films, tutorials and recorded performances.
• Music, audio recordings, compositions and sound content.
• Written material, designs and other original creative works.

Buying an artwork, subscribing to a creator or purchasing access to digital content does not automatically transfer copyright ownership. Any transfer of ownership or additional usage rights must be expressly agreed between the relevant parties.

3. Licence Granted to Kaalaverse

When a creator uploads or submits content to Kaalaverse, the creator may be required to grant the platform a limited, non-exclusive licence to host, store, display, reproduce and promote that content for operating and presenting the platform.

This may include displaying content:

• On creator profiles and artwork listing pages.
• In search results and relevant marketplace collections.
• In platform promotions and marketing materials, subject to the applicable creator agreement and permissions.
• Across devices and formats required to operate the service.

The exact scope, duration, territory and termination of this licence must be defined in the applicable Artist Agreement. This clause does not grant Kaalaverse ownership of a creator's copyright.

4. Creator Responsibilities

Creators are responsible for ensuring that they own or have obtained the necessary permissions and licences for the content they upload.

Creators should:

• Upload original work or content they are authorised to use.
• Obtain permission before using third-party photographs, music, videos, artwork or other protected material.
• Respect applicable copyright, trademark and other intellectual property rights.
• Provide accurate ownership and attribution information when required.
• Respond appropriately to legitimate copyright concerns.

Kaalaverse may request supporting information or evidence of ownership or permission where reasonably necessary.

5. Prohibited Copyright Activities

Users must not:

• Upload or sell another person's copyrighted work without appropriate permission.
• Copy, download, reproduce or redistribute protected content beyond the rights granted to them.
• Remove copyright notices, watermarks or creator attribution without authorisation.
• Use creator content in commercial promotions without the required permission.
• Claim ownership of artwork, photography, videos or music created by someone else.
• Use platform content in a way that violates applicable law or the rights of its creator.

6. How to Report Copyright Infringement

If you believe content available on Kaalaverse infringes your copyright, you may submit a written complaint through the platform's designated copyright contact channel.

Your complaint should include:

• Your full name and contact details.
• A description of the original copyrighted work.
• The URL or specific location of the allegedly infringing content on Kaalaverse.
• An explanation of why you believe the use is unauthorised.
• Evidence of ownership or authority to act for the copyright owner, where available.
• A statement that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
• Your electronic or physical signature, where appropriate.

Please provide enough information for the platform to identify the work and assess the complaint.

7. Complaint Review and Action

After receiving a copyright complaint, Kaalaverse may review the information and request further details where necessary.

Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, Kaalaverse may:

• Request additional ownership or permission documents.
• Notify the relevant creator or account holder.
• Temporarily restrict access to disputed content while reviewing a complaint.
• Remove or disable access to content where appropriate.
• Take action against accounts that repeatedly violate this policy.

Submitting a complaint does not automatically guarantee removal. Decisions will depend on the information available, the circumstances and applicable legal requirements.

8. Counter-Notice and Disputes

If your content has been restricted or removed following a copyright complaint and you believe this was done in error, you may contact Kaalaverse with a written response.

Your response should include:

• Your name and contact information.
• Identification of the content that was removed or restricted.
• An explanation of why you believe you have the right to use it.
• Supporting evidence, such as ownership documents, licences or written permissions.

Kaalaverse may review the response and, where appropriate, request further information from the parties involved. Content may remain restricted while a dispute is being reviewed.

This procedure is a general platform dispute process and does not replace any formal legal notice or remedy available under applicable law.

9. Repeat Infringement

Kaalaverse may take appropriate action against users who repeatedly upload or distribute content that infringes intellectual property rights.

Depending on the circumstances, action may include:

• Warnings or requests to correct content.
• Removal or restriction of listings and uploaded material.
• Temporary suspension of account privileges.
• Termination of accounts in serious or repeated cases.

Any action will be considered in accordance with applicable law and the platform's terms and policies.

10. False or Misleading Complaints

Copyright complaints must be made honestly and in good faith. Users should not submit knowingly false, misleading or malicious claims to remove legitimate creator content or disrupt another user's activities.

Kaalaverse may take appropriate action where there is evidence of abuse of the complaint process, subject to applicable law.

11. Applicable Law and Policy Updates

This policy is intended to operate subject to applicable Indian copyright and information technology laws, rules and regulations, as well as any other laws that may apply to the relevant activity.

The legal procedure and requirements for copyright complaints may vary depending on the facts and jurisdiction. Nothing in this policy should be treated as legal advice or as a replacement for statutory rights and procedures.

Kaalaverse may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will be published on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Copyright Contact

For copyright-related questions, complaints or supporting documents, please contact the Kaalaverse team using the official contact details published by the platform.