Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy

Protecting the intellectual property of creators worldwide.

Introduction

At Rangbhoomi, we deeply respect intellectual property rights and are committed to helping artists protect their original creations. We comply with applicable copyright laws, including:

The Indian Copyright Act, 1957
The Information Technology Act, 2000

Additionally, we process DMCA-style takedown requests to assist copyright holders. Please note that users, artists, and third parties are solely responsible for the content they choose to upload to our platform.

What Constitutes Copyright Guidelines?

We consider the following actions as violations of intellectual property rights on our platform:

Original Creations

Please only upload artwork you’ve created yourself. If you're sharing another artist's work, make sure you have their permission first.

Copied Artwork

Selling artwork that is a direct copy or substantially similar to another artist's original piece.

Unlicensed Images

Using copyrighted images, photographs, or graphics without express permission or licensing.

Trademark Misuse

Using logos, brand names, or registered trademarks that belong to other entities.

Reporting a Copyright Matter

If you are a copyright owner (or an authorized representative) and believe your work has been used without permission, please fill out and submit the formal notice form below:

Important: Submitting false copyright claims or misrepresenting permissionless use may result in legal liability and damages.

Copyright Notice Form

Full Legal Name *

Company/Organization (Optional)

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Physical Address

Copyright Details

Identification of your copyrighted work *

Direct URL to the artwork in question *

Proof of Ownership *

Please upload valid proof such as copyright registration certificates, original high-resolution source files with signature or purchase/licensing agreements (PDF, JPG, PNG).

Legal Statements

I have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

The information in this notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, I am the owner, or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner, of an exclusive right that is subject to permissionless use.

Electronic Signature *

Estimated Response Time: 24-48 hours

Content Removal Process

Once we receive a valid copyright notice, we follow a structured procedure:

Notice Received

Our legal team logs the request and begins the initial review.

Verification Process

We verify that the notice contains all required legal information and proof of ownership.

Temporary Review/Removal

Access to the disputed artwork is temporarily restricted while the claim is investigated.

Notification to Uploader

The user who uploaded the content is notified of the claim and given a chance to respond.

Final Resolution

Content is permanently removed, or restored if a valid counter-notification is provided and accepted.

Community Content Standards

Strict Enforcement

We maintain a strict policy against users who repeatedly violate intellectual property rights. Depending on the severity and frequency, repeat users may face:

Immediate content removal without prior notice
Temporary account suspension and withholding of royalties
Permanent account bans

Frequently Asked Questions

Our legal team typically responds to complete and valid takedown notices within 48 to 72 hours. Complex cases requiring additional verification may take longer.

To help us verify your request, please provide clear evidence of your ownership. Acceptable proof includes:

Links to your original portfolio (dated before the content in question).
Registration certificates or legal documentation.
Original high-resolution source files with your signature or watermark (e.g., PSD, AI, RAW, CDR, JPG etc.).
Verifiable purchase or licensing agreements.

You can upload these files directly through the form or include links to them in your submission.

Absolutely. We accept DMCA-style notices from copyright holders globally and enforce the removal of infringing content regardless of the reporter's country of origin.

If you find someone else selling your artwork on our platform, immediately gather the URL of the infringing listing and submit a formal takedown request using the guidelines outlined on this page. We will take appropriate action.