Effective Date: 30th May 2026

This Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy ("Policy") forms part of the SocialXOnline Terms of Service and applies to all users, creators, members, sellers, buyers, subscribers, businesses, and visitors using the SocialXOnline Platform.

SocialXOnline is operated by Creswick Media Limited ("SocialXOnline", "we", "our", or "us").

This Policy explains how SocialXOnline protects intellectual property rights, handles copyright complaints, investigates infringement claims, and protects creator content.

1. PURPOSE

SocialXOnline respects intellectual property rights and expects all users to do the same.

This Policy exists to:

* Protect creators.

* Protect copyright holders.

* Prevent piracy.

* Prevent unauthorised distribution.

* Support content ownership.

* Investigate infringement claims.

* Remove infringing content.

* Comply with applicable laws.

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP

Users retain ownership of the intellectual property rights in content they create and upload.

Nothing in this Policy transfers ownership of creator content to SocialXOnline.

However, by uploading content to the Platform, users grant SocialXOnline the rights described in the Terms of Service for the purpose of operating, securing, moderating, protecting, and promoting the Platform.

3. USER RESPONSIBILITIES

Users may only upload content that they:

* Own.

* Have licensed.

* Have permission to use.

* Have authority to distribute.

Users are solely responsible for ensuring that content does not infringe:

* Copyright.

* Trademark rights.

* Privacy rights.

* Publicity rights.

* Database rights.

* Contractual rights.

* Intellectual property rights.

4. PROHIBITED COPYRIGHT ACTIVITY

Users may not:

* Upload stolen content.

* Upload pirated content.

* Re-upload creator content without permission.

* Sell unauthorised copies.

* Distribute copyrighted material without rights.

* Stream content without permission.

* Download and redistribute creator content.

* Circumvent content protections.

Any infringement may result in enforcement action.

5. PLATFORM INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All Platform intellectual property remains the exclusive property of SocialXOnline and its licensors.

This includes:

* Platform branding.

* Logos.

* Trademarks.

* Software.

* Source code.

* Databases.

* User interface designs.

* Platform functionality.

* Documentation.

* Proprietary technologies.

Users may not reproduce, distribute, modify, reverse engineer, or exploit Platform intellectual property without written permission.

6. CREATOR CONTENT PROTECTION

SocialXOnline may employ technologies designed to protect creator content and intellectual property.

Such technologies may include:

* Watermarking.

* Digital fingerprinting.

* Media hashing.

* Duplicate content detection.

* Content ownership tracking.

* Anti-piracy systems.

* Automated monitoring systems.

* Content identification systems.

These protections may be applied automatically.

7. WATERMARKING

SocialXOnline may apply visible or invisible watermarks to content.

Watermarks may be used to:

* Protect creators.

* Identify ownership.

* Trace unauthorised distribution.

* Support copyright investigations.

* Support enforcement actions.

Users may not attempt to remove, alter, obscure, bypass, or interfere with watermarking systems.

8. CONTENT HASHING AND FINGERPRINTING

SocialXOnline may generate digital fingerprints, hashes, signatures, or identifiers relating to content.

These technologies may be used to:

* Identify duplicate content.

* Detect stolen content.

* Prevent unauthorised uploads.

* Investigate infringement claims.

* Protect creator rights.

Users acknowledge and consent to the use of such technologies.

9. COPYRIGHT COMPLAINTS

Copyright holders who believe content infringes their rights may submit a copyright complaint.

Complaints should include:

* Identification of the copyrighted work.

* Identification of the allegedly infringing content.

* Evidence of ownership.

* Contact information.

* Statement of good faith belief.

* Statement confirming accuracy.

SocialXOnline may request additional information before investigating.

Upon receiving a complaint, SocialXOnline may:

* Review the complaint.

* Review uploaded content.

* Review audit records.

* Review ownership claims.

* Request additional evidence.

* Contact affected parties.

Investigations may be conducted manually or through automated systems.

11. CONTENT REMOVAL

SocialXOnline reserves the right to:

* Remove content.

* Restrict content.

* Disable access.

* Demonetise content.

* Suspend accounts.

while investigations are ongoing.

Content removal may occur without prior notice.

12. COUNTER-NOTIFICATIONS

Users who believe content was removed in error may submit a counter-notification.

Counter-notifications should include:

* Identification of removed content.

* Explanation of ownership or rights.

* Supporting evidence.

* Contact information.

SocialXOnline may review counter-notifications and make a determination at its discretion.

13. REPEAT INFRINGER POLICY

SocialXOnline maintains a repeat infringer policy.

Users who repeatedly violate intellectual property rights may be subject to:

* Content removal.

* Account restrictions.

* Demonetisation.

* Monetisation suspension.

* Permanent account termination.

SocialXOnline reserves the right to determine what constitutes repeated infringement.

SocialXOnline may provide creators with tools designed to report:

* Copyright infringement.

* Unauthorised distribution.

* Content theft.

* Impersonation.

* Marketplace misuse.

Use of reporting tools must be truthful and made in good faith.

15. FALSE CLAIMS

Submitting knowingly false copyright complaints or ownership claims is prohibited.

False claims may result in:

* Account restrictions.

* Account suspension.

* Account termination.

* Legal action.

Users remain responsible for the accuracy of submitted claims.

16. SCREEN RECORDING AND CONTENT CAPTURE

Users may not:

* Record premium content.

* Capture livestreams.

* Download protected content.

* Circumvent content protections.

* Redistribute creator content.

Violations may result in enforcement action.

17. MARKETPLACE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Marketplace sellers may only sell products, services, and digital goods that they are legally entitled to sell.

Sellers may not:

* Sell counterfeit goods.

* Sell stolen intellectual property.

* Sell unauthorised copies.

* Sell infringing digital products.

Marketplace listings may be removed where infringement concerns arise.

18. TRADEMARK RIGHTS

Users may not:

* Misuse trademarks.

* Impersonate brands.

* Create confusion regarding affiliation.

* Use trademarks without authorisation.

Trademark complaints may be submitted through SocialXOnline's reporting procedures.

19. DOMAIN NAMES AND USERNAMES

SocialXOnline reserves the right to reclaim, suspend, transfer, or restrict usernames, creator names, business names, and account identifiers where:

* Trademark conflicts exist.

* Impersonation occurs.

* Fraud concerns arise.

* Legal obligations require action.

20. LAW ENFORCEMENT AND LEGAL REQUESTS

Where appropriate, SocialXOnline may preserve records relating to infringement investigations.

Information may be disclosed where required by:

* Court orders.

* Legal obligations.

* Regulatory requirements.

* Law enforcement requests.

Such disclosures will be made in accordance with applicable law.

21. AUDIT RECORDS

SocialXOnline may maintain audit records relating to:

* Upload activity.

* Ownership reviews.

* Copyright complaints.

* Enforcement actions.

* Investigation outcomes.

* Content identifiers.

* Watermark information.

* Fingerprint records.

These records may be used to support investigations and enforcement.

22. INTERNATIONAL RIGHTS

Users acknowledge that intellectual property rights may exist in multiple jurisdictions.

SocialXOnline reserves the right to comply with applicable intellectual property laws and legal requests in relevant jurisdictions.

23. LIMITATION OF RESPONSIBILITY

SocialXOnline does not guarantee that:

* All infringement will be detected.

* All complaints will be successful.

* All unauthorised copies can be removed.

* All piracy can be prevented.

Users remain responsible for protecting their own intellectual property rights.

24. POLICY CHANGES

SocialXOnline reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time.

Updated versions will be published on the Platform.

Continued use of the Platform following publication constitutes acceptance of updated versions.

25. CONTACT INFORMATION

Copyright complaints and intellectual property enquiries may be directed to copyright@socialxonline.com or legal@socialxonline.com

SocialXOnline is a trading name of Creswick Media Limited England & Wales