COPYRIGHT POLICY

Effective Date: 07/10/2026

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1. Introduction

The Continent Club (“The Continent Club,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the intellectual property rights of creators, businesses, organizations, artists, photographers, musicians, and other rights holders.

This Copyright Policy explains how copyright issues are handled on The Continent Club website, mobile application, and all related services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By using the Platform, you agree to comply with this Copyright Policy, our Terms & Conditions, Community Guidelines, and all applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

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2. Respect for Copyright

Users may only upload, publish, distribute, or share content that:

● They created themselves;

● They own; or

● They have the legal right or permission to use.

This includes, but is not limited to:

● Videos

● Photographs

● Music

● Audio recordings

● Logos

● Artwork

● Graphics

● Business materials

● Community organization logos

● Written content

● Documents

Users are solely responsible for ensuring they have the necessary rights before uploading any content.

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3. Copyright Ownership

Creators retain ownership of the original content they upload.

By uploading content to The Continent Club, users grant The Continent Club the limited license described in our Terms & Conditions solely for operating, displaying, promoting, and improving the Platform.

Nothing in this Copyright Policy transfers ownership of user-created content to The Continent Club.

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4. Prohibited Copyright Infringement

Users may not upload or share content that infringes the intellectual property rights of others.

Examples include:

● Movies

● Television programs

● Copyrighted music

● Professional photographs

● Books

● Articles

● Logos

● Software

● Artwork

● Commercial advertisements

● Content copied from another creator without permission

Removing watermarks or claiming another person’s work as your own is strictly prohibited.

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5. Music

Users are responsible for ensuring they have permission to use any music included in uploaded content.

The Continent Club does not verify music licenses before publication.

If copyrighted music is uploaded without authorization, the content may be removed without notice.

The user who uploaded the content remains solely responsible for any copyright claims arising from the use of that music.

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6. Business and Organization Materials

Businesses, nonprofits, embassies, community organizations, and other entities should only upload materials that they own or are authorized to use.

Examples include:

● Company logos

● Organization logos

● Promotional images

● Event flyers

● Marketing materials

● Business photographs

● Community branding

Unauthorized use of another organization’s intellectual property is prohibited.

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7. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe content on The Continent Club infringes your copyright, you may submit a copyright complaint.

Your complaint should include:

● Your full name.

● Your contact information.

● A description of the copyrighted work.

● The location of the allegedly infringing material.

● A statement that you believe, in good faith, that the use is unauthorized.

● A statement that the information you provide is accurate.

● A statement that you are the copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of the owner.

Incomplete requests may delay our review.

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8. Our Review Process

Upon receiving a copyright complaint, The Continent Club may:

● Review the reported content.

● Request additional information.

● Temporarily disable access.

● Permanently remove the content.

● Notify the user who uploaded the content.

● Restrict the account.

● Suspend or terminate repeat infringers.

The Continent Club reserves the right to determine the appropriate response based on the information available.

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9. Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification.

The counter-notification should include:

● Your name.

● Your contact information.

● Identification of the removed content.

● An explanation of why you believe the removal was incorrect.

● A statement that the information provided is accurate.

The Continent Club may review the counter-notification and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable law.

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10. Repeat Infringers

Users who repeatedly violate copyright laws or this Copyright Policy may have their:

● Content removed.

● Upload privileges restricted.

● Account suspended.

● Account permanently terminated.

The Continent Club reserves the right to determine what constitutes repeated infringement.

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11. False Reports

Knowingly submitting false or misleading copyright complaints or counter-notifications may violate applicable law.

The Continent Club reserves the right to reject bad-faith reports and take appropriate action against users who abuse the reporting process.

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12. Trademarks

This Copyright Policy also applies to trademarks, trade names, service marks, logos, branding, and similar intellectual property where applicable.

Users may not falsely imply endorsement, affiliation, or ownership of another person’s or organization’s trademarks.

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13. The Continent Club Intellectual Property

The Continent Club name, logos, branding, designs, graphics, awards, original written content, website design, mobile application interface, and other proprietary materials are protected by intellectual property laws.

They may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or used without prior written permission from The Continent Club.

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14. Changes to This Policy

The Continent Club may update this Copyright Policy at any time.

Changes become effective upon publication unless otherwise stated.

Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Copyright Policy.

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15. Contact Information

If you believe your copyright or other intellectual property rights have been infringed, please contact:

The Continent Club

Email: contact@thecontinentclub.app