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MatchPlay's Copyright and Trademark Policy

MatchPlay respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. Their Terms prohibit users from violating someone else's rights, including copyright and trademark. If you believe content is being used without your permission or users are selling counterfeit or infringing products, you can report it to MatchPlay.

If you submit a notice, MatchPlay may forward your information to the user who posted or used the content. If you're unsure whether content infringes your intellectual property rights, you may consult legal counsel before notifying MatchPlay. Before submitting a notice, you may reach out to the person or organization who posted or used the content, who may resolve the issue directly without contacting MatchPlay.

I. Copyright

Copyright law safeguards creative works like writings, music, pictures, and photographs. Alleged copyright infringement notices can be sent to program@matchplaygroup.com, ensuring the notice includes the following details:

• The copyright owner's contact information, including their name, address, phone number, and email;

• The copyrighted work, along with the content on the MatchPlay Site or sent through the Service;

• The location of the allegedly infringing content;

• The statement that (a) the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law is also required; (b) the information provided is accurate, and (c) under penalty of perjury, the owner or authorized person is the copyright owner; and

• An electronic signature from the copyright owner or authorized individual.

II. Trademark

Trademark law safeguards words, designs, symbols, or phrases used by individuals or companies to distinguish their products or services from others. Examples include word marks, logos, brand names, and slogans. Trademark owners can prevent others from using their trademark without permission if it causes confusion among consumers about the provider or affiliation of a product or service. Unauthorized use of a registered mark to reproduce fake or imitation goods may constitute trademark counterfeiting, and knowingly trading in counterfeit goods is illegal.

Alleged trademark infringement notices can be sent to program@matchplaygroup.com, ensuring the notice includes the following details:

• The trademark owner's contact information, including their name, address, phone number, and email;

• A detailed description of the trademark being claimed as counterfeit or infringed, including its registration number, country/jurisdiction, category of goods/services covered, and a link to the registration or copies of the certificate.

• The trademark work, along with the content on the MatchPlay Site or sent through the Service;

• The location of the allegedly infringing or counterfeit content;

• The statement that (a) the use is not authorized by the trademark owner, its agent, or the law is also required; (b) the information provided is accurate, and (c) under penalty of perjury, the owner or authorized person is the trademark owner; and

• An electronic signature from the copyright owner or authorized individual.

MatchPlay's Copyright and Trademark Policy applies to all MatchPlay Sites, including https://www.matchplaygroup.com, https://app.matchplaygroup.com, and all other sites owned or operated by MatchPlay, and applies to all uses of the Service.

Last Updated November 29, 2023