Introduction
Janus Freeman ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to respecting and protecting intellectual property rights, including trademarks. This Trademark Policy outlines our stance on trademark use, ownership, and restrictions related to our website solutions, including domain registration, website design, email management, and related services.
What is a Trademark?
A trademark is a legally registered or established symbol, word, phrase, or design that identifies and distinguishes the goods or services of one entity from others. Trademarks can include brand names, logos, slogans, and other distinctive marks that indicate the source of a product or service.
Using Trademarks in Website Development
When developing websites, Janus Freeman strictly adheres to intellectual property laws regarding trademarks. Clients are responsible for ensuring they have the legal right to use any trademarked names, logos, or materials provided for website creation. We will not knowingly design or host websites that infringe upon third-party trademarks.
Building a Website with Someone Else’s Trademark
Clients must obtain explicit authorization from the trademark owner before using any protected marks in their website. Unauthorized use of a trademark can lead to legal consequences, including website takedown, financial penalties, and liability for trademark infringement. If a dispute arises, Janus Freeman reserves the right to suspend or terminate services involving disputed content until proper authorization is confirmed.
Responsibility of Clients
Clients agree to:
- Ensure all provided content, including trademarks, is legally owned or licensed.
- Obtain and maintain any necessary permissions for trademark use.
- Indemnify and hold Janus Freeman harmless from any claims, damages, or legal actions arising from unauthorized trademark use.
Reporting Trademark Violations
If you believe a website hosted or designed by Janus Freeman infringes on your trademark, please contact us with:
- The specific trademark and proof of ownership.
- The infringing content and its location.
- A statement confirming unauthorized use.
Upon receiving a valid complaint, we will investigate and take appropriate action, which may include modifying or removing infringing content.
Policy Enforcement
Janus Freeman reserves the right to:
- Reject or remove any content that violates trademark rights.
- Suspend or terminate services for repeated or egregious trademark violations.
- Cooperate with legal authorities in cases of infringement claims.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Clients are encouraged to review it periodically to stay informed about our trademark guidelines.
For inquiries or trademark-related concerns, please contact us at info@janusfreeman.com.
Effective Date: Apr 22, 2025