At Lycheeks, we are committed to fostering a creative environment built on trust, originality, and mutual respect. As part of that commitment, we work diligently to protect our brand, our creators’ rights, and the integrity of the content and products we offer—whether they are physical, digital, or generated through AI tools. This Anti-Piracy and Anti-Counterfeit Policy outlines our approach to addressing and preventing the unauthorized use, imitation, reproduction, or distribution of Lycheeks content, assets, and intellectual property. It also explains how we work with our community and partners to detect and manage such issues when they arise.
1. Purpose of This Policy
This policy serves multiple purposes aimed at:
• Prevent the unauthorized duplication, sale, or distribution of Lycheeks’ original work and tools;
• Discourage the misuse of our brand elements and the creation or promotion of misleading or counterfeit content;
• Support creators and users in identifying authentic Lycheeks assets and avoiding fraudulent sources;
• Provide clear, fair procedures for reporting suspected violations and resolving them responsibly.
We encourage all users, partners, and collaborators to help uphold this policy by understanding its scope and cooperating with us when needed.
2. What We Mean by Piracy and Counterfeit products
The following definitions apply for the purposes of this policy:
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Piracy
refers to the unauthorized reproduction, use, or distribution of Lycheeks’ content, AI-generated designs, creative assets, or services, particularly when it violates licensing terms or intellectual property rights;
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Counterfeit products
are physical or digital items that imitate Lycheeks-branded goods, services, or artwork in a way that may mislead users about their authenticity or origin. This includes goods that incorporate unlicensed copies of our trademarks, design elements, or logos.
These violations may occur through unauthorized online listings, imitation websites, content scraping, or reproducing our AI-powered works without permission or attribution.
3. Prohibited Activities
To maintain the integrity of our brand and protect the work of our creators, we kindly request that all users, collaborators, and third parties refrain from the following activities:
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Unauthorized Use or Distribution
: reproducing, sharing, or distributing Lycheeks content or software without a valid license or explicit permission;
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Imitation of Brand or Products
: creating or promoting digital or physical items that imitate Lycheeks’ original work, branding, or packaging in a misleading or deceptive manner;
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Misuse of Brand Elements
: using Lycheeks’ name, logo, imagery, templates, AI-generated outputs, or interface elements in a way that implies an official partnership, endorsement, or affiliation without authorization;
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Commercial Exploitation
: hosting, selling, or marketing products that incorporate or are derived from Lycheeks’ protected works without prior written consent;
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Promotion of Infringing Content
: linking to or endorsing websites, platforms, or marketplaces that offer pirated, unauthorized, or counterfeit Lycheeks content.
Engaging in any of these activities not only violates our terms but also undermines the creative efforts of our community and compromises the trust and experience of others.
4. Our Approach to Detection and Response
Lycheeks takes a thoughtful and measured approach to resolving suspected violations of this policy. When we become aware of potential piracy or counterfeiting, we may take the following steps:
• Contacting the individual or organization involved to request clarification or correction;
• Suspending or limiting access to certain tools or features while a review is conducted;
• Issuing formal takedown requests to external websites or platforms hosting unauthorized content;
• Terminating user accounts where repeated or serious violations occur;
• Referring matters to legal counsel or law enforcement when necessary.
Our goal is always to resolve issues constructively, with emphasis on education and resolution over punitive action, wherever possible.
5. Guidance on Authentic Lycheeks Products and Services
To ensure you are accessing authentic Lycheeks materials or purchasing genuine products, we recommend:
• Using only our official website www.lycheeks.com or verified partner platforms listed therein;
• Checking for consistent brand visuals, secure domains, and proper documentation or licensing terms;
• Avoiding offers that seem suspiciously inexpensive, generic, or out-of-alignment with our design language and standards;
• Contacting us directly if you’re unsure about the legitimacy of a source or listing.
We are always happy to help you confirm authenticity and avoid misleading or unauthorized experiences.
6. Respect for Creative Work and Intellectual Property
Lycheeks respects the work of creators—ours and others. All original designs, AI-generated outputs, platform assets, branding elements, written content, and digital experiences on our site are protected by intellectual property laws. These rights are important not just for our company, but for our artists, designers, and collaborators. Unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, design rights, or other protections in force in Italy, the European Union, or internationally. We make licensing information available wherever applicable, and we encourage users to reach out to us if they wish to reuse or license Lycheeks content for legitimate purposes.
7. Global Compliance and Fair Enforcement
This policy is intended to be applied fairly, proportionately, and consistently, regardless of your location. Lycheeks complies with local, European, and international intellectual property laws, and works with a range of partners and authorities to address rights violations. We always seek to balance enforcement with education and outreach, particularly where confusion or honest mistakes are involved.
8. Policy Updates
We may revise this policy from time to time in response to changes in applicable law, business practices, or new challenges. When updates occur, the latest version will be published on our website, with the updated effective date clearly indicated. We encourage you to check back periodically for any changes.
9. Helping Us Identifying and Addressing Violations
We appreciate the support of our community in identifying potential misuse of Lycheeks content. If you believe you’ve encountered counterfeit or pirated material—whether online or offline—please let us know.
You can report concerns by contacting us. When submitting a report, please include any relevant information that may help us understand the situation, such as
URLs or platform names
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screenshots or product descriptions
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seller or publisher names
. All reports are reviewed in good faith, and your privacy will be respected throughout the process.