Copyright & Intellectual Property Notice

Last updated: January 2025

1. Platform Ownership

GennPlay Intellectual Property

The following are the exclusive property of GennPlay.com:

• Website design and code: All HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and database structures
• Game creation tools: Proprietary algorithms, templates, and generation systems
• Artificial Intelligence systems: AI models, training data, and generation algorithms
• Branding elements: Logos, trademarks, color schemes, and visual identity
• Game templates: All base game mechanics, assets, and frameworks
• Audio assets: Background music, sound effects, and audio libraries
• Visual assets: Graphics, animations, icons, and generated artwork

Protection Under UK Law

Our intellectual property is protected under:

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988
• Trade Marks Act 1994
• Computer Programs Directive
• Database Rights Regulations
• International copyright treaties

2. User-Generated Content Ownership

Transfer of Rights

When you create content on GennPlay.com, you agree that:

• Complete ownership transfer: All games created become 100% owned by GennPlay
• No commercial rights retained: You cannot sell, license, or monetize created games
• No attribution required: GennPlay may use your games without crediting you
• Modification rights: GennPlay may alter, improve, or adapt your games
• Distribution rights: GennPlay may distribute games through any channel
• Derivative works: GennPlay may create new games based on your creations

What This Means for Users

• ✅ You can play and share games you've created
• ✅ You can reference your creations in portfolios (non-commercially)
• ❌ You cannot sell games created on GennPlay
• ❌ You cannot claim copyright ownership
• ❌ You cannot use games for commercial projects
• ❌ You cannot demand removal once published

3. Third-Party Content

User Responsibilities

Users must ensure they do not include copyrighted material they don't own:

• No copyrighted images: Don't use images from the internet without permission
• No copyrighted music: Don't include music you don't own
• No trademarked content: Avoid using brand names, logos, or characters
• No personal information: Don't include others' personal data
• Original content only: Create original games or use our provided assets

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission:

1. Contact us through our contact page
2. Include proof of ownership
3. Specify the infringing content
4. Provide your contact information
5. Include a good faith statement

4. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Compliance

DMCA Notice Procedure

To file a DMCA takedown notice, include:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material
• Your contact information
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement that the information is accurate and you're authorized to act

Counter-Notice Procedure

If you believe content was wrongly removed:

• File a counter-notice with required legal elements
• Content may be restored after 10-14 business days
• Unless the original complainant files court action

5. Trademark Information

GennPlay Trademarks

• "GennPlay" - Our primary trademark
• GennPlay logo - Our visual trademark
• Associated slogans - Any marketing phrases we use
• Domain names - GennPlay.com and related domains

Trademark Usage

You may NOT use our trademarks:

• In domain names or business names
• To promote competing services
• In a way that causes confusion
• For commercial purposes without permission

6. Open Source and Third-Party Components

Third-Party Licenses

Some components may be licensed under:

• MIT License (for certain JavaScript libraries)
• Apache License 2.0 (for certain tools)
• Creative Commons (for some assets)
• GPL (for certain utilities)

Attribution

Where required, we maintain proper attribution to third-party components while ensuring our platform remains proprietary.

7. Enforcement

Protection Measures

We actively protect our intellectual property through:

• Regular monitoring for infringement
• Legal action against violators
• Technical protection measures
• Terms of service enforcement
• Account termination for violations

Penalties for Infringement

• Immediate account termination
• Legal action for damages
• Injunctive relief
• Recovery of legal costs

8. International Copyright

Our content is protected internationally under:

• Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
• Universal Copyright Convention
• WIPO Copyright Treaty
• Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS)

9. Fair Use and Educational Use

Limited Fair Use

Very limited use may be permitted for:

• Academic research and education
• Critical commentary or review
• News reporting about our platform
• Non-commercial educational purposes

Obtaining Permission

For any commercial use or extensive educational use, contact us for licensing agreements.

10. Updates and Changes

This copyright notice may be updated to reflect:

• Changes in applicable law
• New intellectual property acquisitions
• Updates to our enforcement procedures
• Clarifications based on user questions

Contact for IP Matters

For all intellectual property questions, licensing requests, or infringement reports, contact us through our contact page with "Intellectual Property" in the subject line.