Winadda — Copyright Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

1. Introduction

The Copyright Policy of Winadda outlines our commitment to protecting intellectual property (IP) rights and ensuring that all content published on our website complies with applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

We take copyright protection seriously and act promptly upon valid claims of infringement in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), WIPO Internet Treaties, and the Indian Copyright Act, 1957.

By accessing or using Winadda.com, you agree to abide by this policy and all relevant IP regulations.

2. Ownership of Content

All original materials published on Winadda, including but not limited to:

Articles, blogs, and written text
Images, logos, icons, and infographics
Website design, layout, and source code
Branding elements and trademarks
Audio, video, and digital media files

are the intellectual property of Winadda and are protected under international copyright conventions and national laws.

Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, modification, or public display of our materials is strictly prohibited.

3. Limited User License

Users may:

Access and read Winadda content for personal and non-commercial use.
Share content links through social media or messaging platforms, provided that proper attribution to Winadda is maintained.

Users may not:

Copy, reproduce, or download content for republication or redistribution.
Remove watermarks, trademarks, or copyright notices.
Use Winadda content for advertising or promotional material without written consent.

Any violation of these conditions may result in immediate action, including legal recourse.

4. Third-Party Content and Fair Use

Some media, graphics, or information on Winadda may originate from third-party sources.
Such materials are used under:

Fair use provisions (for educational or informational purposes).
Open licenses such as Creative Commons (CC).

We make every effort to credit original creators wherever applicable.
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without proper acknowledgment or permission, please follow the infringement procedure outlined below.

5. Copyright Infringement Notice (DMCA Procedure)

If you are a copyright owner (or authorized representative) and believe that material hosted on Winadda infringes your rights, you may submit a Copyright Infringement Notice with the following details:

Your full legal name and contact information (email, phone, address).
A clear description or link to the infringing content.
Proof of ownership (or authorization to act on behalf of the owner).
A declaration that the use of the material is unauthorized.
Your digital or physical signature confirming the accuracy of your claim.

Send your notice to our Designated Copyright Officer at:
📧 copyright@winadda.com

Upon receiving a valid notice, we will:

Investigate the claim promptly.
Remove or restrict access to the infringing material.
Notify the uploader (if applicable).

6. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that your content was removed or restricted due to a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a Counter-Notification to our Copyright Officer containing:

Identification of the removed content and its location before removal.
A statement of good faith belief that the material was removed by mistake.
Your full name, contact information, and consent to legal jurisdiction.
Your digital or physical signature.

Upon receipt, Winadda may reinstate the content if the counter-notification meets all requirements under Section 512(g) of the DMCA or corresponding international regulations.

7. Repeat Infringement Policy

Winadda enforces a zero-tolerance policy for repeat offenders.
Users or partners found repeatedly engaging in copyright violations may face:

Permanent suspension or blacklisting.
Termination of affiliate or contributor accounts.
Reporting to legal authorities where applicable.

8. Use of Trademarks and Brand Assets

The Winadda name, logo, and associated graphics are registered or protected trademarks.
Unauthorized use of these brand assets for commercial or misleading purposes is prohibited.

To request permission for using our logo or referencing Winadda in external publications, contact:
📧 legal@winadda.com

9. Copyright of External Links and References

Winadda may include hyperlinks to third-party sites.
We do not control or claim ownership of external content.
Users accessing external resources are subject to the copyright policies of those respective websites.

Winadda is not responsible for any copyright violations or damages that may result from third-party content.

10. Reporting Other IP Violations

In addition to copyright, users may report:

Trademark misuse
Plagiarism or false authorship
Counterfeit or fraudulent representations

All such reports can be directed to:
📧 support@winadda.com or legal@winadda.com

11. Educational and Informational Nature

Winadda is an informational and educational resource.
We do not publish or promote unlicensed media or pirated materials.
All content is designed to inform and assist users responsibly, in full compliance with global digital ethics.

12. Global Copyright Compliance

This policy aligns with international frameworks such as:

Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT)
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA – USA)

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Copyright Policy shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of India, interpreted in harmony with international intellectual property conventions.
Disputes arising from copyright or IP issues shall be resolved via confidential arbitration under UNCITRAL Model Law or through designated legal authorities.

14. Updates to This Policy

Winadda reserves the right to modify or update this policy to reflect new laws or operational changes.
All updates will be published with a new “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.