This Intellectual Property & Content Ownership Policy (“Policy”) explains the ownership, use, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property and user-generated content on Maltibase (“we”, “our”, or “us”).

By using Maltibase, you agree to comply with this Policy.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Policy applies to:

  • All users, vendors, and businesses
  • All content uploaded, posted, listed, or shared on Maltibase
  • All Maltibase-owned materials, technology, and branding
  • Website, mobile applications, APIs, and services

2. Maltibase Intellectual Property

All Maltibase-owned materials are protected by intellectual property laws, including but not limited to:

  • The Maltibase name, logo, trademarks, and branding
  • Website and app design, layout, and user interface
  • Software, source code, APIs, and databases
  • Text, graphics, images, videos, and platform content
  • Documentation, policies, and proprietary processes

These materials are owned by Maltibase or licensed to Maltibase and may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or exploited without prior written permission.

3. User-Generated Content Ownership

Users retain ownership of the content they create or upload, including:

  • Product listings and descriptions
  • Images, videos, and media
  • Reviews, ratings, and comments
  • Business information and branding
  • Messages and communications

By submitting content to Maltibase, users represent that they own or have legal rights to use and share such content.

4. License Granted to Maltibase

By uploading or posting content on Maltibase, users grant Maltibase a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable license to:

  • Host, store, display, reproduce, and distribute content
  • Use content to operate, promote, and improve the platform
  • Display content in search results, marketing, and user interfaces
  • Moderate, remove, or restrict content to enforce policies

This license remains in effect for as long as the content is hosted on Maltibase.

5. Prohibited Content & IP Infringement

Users may not upload, post, or sell content that:

  • Infringes copyrights, trademarks, patents, or trade secrets
  • Uses another party’s brand, logo, or materials without permission
  • Contains pirated, counterfeit, or unauthorized content
  • Violates publicity or privacy rights
  • Misrepresents ownership or licensing rights

Maltibase reserves the right to remove infringing content without notice.

6. Reporting Intellectual Property Violations

Rights holders may report IP infringement by contacting:

📧 Email: legal@maltibase.com

Reports should include:

  • Identification of the protected work
  • Description of the alleged infringement
  • Proof of ownership or authorization
  • Contact information of the reporting party

Maltibase will review and act on valid reports promptly.

7. Repeat Infringers

Accounts found to repeatedly infringe intellectual property rights may be subject to:

  • Content removal
  • Account restrictions
  • Permanent suspension or termination

8. Content Moderation & Enforcement

Maltibase reserves the right to:

  • Review, moderate, or remove content
  • Restrict or disable access to content
  • Suspend accounts for policy violations
  • Cooperate with legal authorities when required

Moderation decisions are made to protect users and platform integrity.

9. Third-Party Content & Links

Maltibase may display third-party content or links.
Such content remains the intellectual property of the respective owners, and Maltibase is not responsible for third-party materials.

10. Feedback & Suggestions

Any feedback, ideas, or suggestions submitted to Maltibase may be used freely without obligation or compensation, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

11. Policy Updates

This Policy may be updated periodically to reflect:

  • Legal changes
  • Platform enhancements
  • Operational or compliance requirements

Continued use of Maltibase constitutes acceptance of updates.

12. Contact Information

For intellectual property or content ownership inquiries:

Maltibase Legal Team
📧 Email: legal@maltibase.com
🌐 Website: https://policy.maltibase.com

✅ This Policy Covers

✔ Copyright & trademark protection
✔ User-generated content ownership
✔ Licensing rights
✔ Infringement reporting
✔ App store & legal standards