At whatismyiplocation.info, we respect and value intellectual property rights, and we are committed to protecting the works we produce, as well as honoring the copyrights of others. This Copyright Policy is designed to inform our users about the copyright regulations that apply to the content found on our website, the appropriate actions we take to protect intellectual property, and the steps you should follow if you believe your copyright has been infringed.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on whatismyiplocation.info, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, videos, software, and other materials (collectively referred to as “Content”), is the exclusive property of whatismyiplocation.info, its licensors, or contributors unless otherwise indicated. We take copyright infringement seriously and take proactive measures to ensure that all the content we display complies with international copyright laws.
Without explicit written permission, you may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any content from our website. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property will result in appropriate legal action. Below is a table that details what actions are and aren't allowed regarding the use of our content:
| Action | Allowed | Requires Permission |
|---|---|---|
| Printing content for personal use | Yes | No |
| Sharing links to our content | Yes | No |
| Republishing our articles or blogs | No | Yes |
| Using our graphics and images | No | Yes |
| Embedding tools or widgets on websites | Yes, with attribution | No |
| Modifying or altering content | No | Yes |
Limited Use of Website Content
Users may print, download, or share content from whatismyiplocation.info for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any content used must remain unaltered, and all references or links to our website must be retained. If you intend to use our content for educational or research purposes, proper attribution must be given, clearly crediting whatismyiplocation.info as the source. For commercial uses, a written request for permission must be submitted and approved by us.
Copyright Infringement Policy
We are committed to protecting our users and contributors from the unauthorized use of their intellectual property. To that end, we employ a Copyright Infringement Policy that allows us to quickly address and resolve any complaints about potential copyright violations. If you believe your work has been copied and is accessible on whatismyiplocation.info without your permission, please follow the steps outlined below to submit a claim.
Submitting a Copyright Infringement Claim
If you are a copyright holder and believe that your work has been used without permission, you may submit a Copyright Infringement Claim. Please provide the following information to support your claim:
- Your contact information, including your full name, address, phone number, and email.
- A detailed description of the copyrighted work that you believe has been infringed.
- The location (URL) of the material you claim is infringing.
- A statement confirming that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is unauthorized by the copyright owner or the law.
- A statement confirming that the information you provide is accurate, and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the owner of the copyright or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf.
Once we receive your claim, we will take immediate action to investigate and, if necessary, remove or restrict access to the infringing content.
Contact Information for Copyright Infringement Claims
To submit a copyright infringement claim, please contact us herehere.
We will respond to your claim promptly and ensure that the issue is resolved in accordance with applicable laws.
Fair Use Policy
We recognize that some users may seek to use content from our website under the principle of fair use. Fair use permits limited use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research, without requiring permission from the copyright owner. However, any use of our content for commercial purposes or without proper attribution does not qualify as fair use.
The following table outlines examples of fair use and uses that are not considered fair under copyright law:
| Purpose of Use | Fair Use | Not Fair Use |
|---|---|---|
| Quoting content for a school paper | Yes | No, if no attribution |
| Reporting news about IP technologies | Yes, with proper credit | No |
| Using images for commercial promotions | No | Yes |
| Reproducing entire articles | No | Yes |
| Embedding tools with attribution | Yes | No |
If you are unsure whether your intended use of our content qualifies as fair use, please reach out to us for guidance.
Licensing and Permissions
To obtain permission to use any of our protected content for purposes beyond personal, non-commercial use, you must contact us directly. Depending on the nature of your request, we may offer a licensing agreement that grants specific rights for your desired use.
The process to request a license is simple:
- Contact us via our contact formour contact form with your request.
- Provide details of the content you wish to use, including the specific article, image, or tool.
- State the purpose of use (e.g., educational, commercial).
- Specify the duration and extent of usage.
We will review your request and respond as soon as possible with either a license agreement or an explanation of why we cannot grant permission for your intended use.
DMCA Compliance
whatismyiplocation.info complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). As part of this commitment, we will respond to DMCA takedown notices in accordance with the law. If you are the copyright owner of material that has been posted on our website without your authorization, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice.
To file a DMCA complaint, please include the following information:
- A physical or electronic signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright.
- Identification of the copyrighted work that has been infringed.
- The URL or specific location where the infringing material is found.
- A statement confirming that you believe, in good faith, that the use of the material is unauthorized by the copyright owner.
- A statement confirming the accuracy of the information in the notice and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyrighted work.
Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice, we will promptly remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Copyright Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy regularly. By continuing to use our site after changes are posted, you acknowledge and agree to comply with the updated policy.
Thank you for respecting the intellectual property rights of whatismyiplocation.info and other content creators. We are committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for everyone.