GlobeOTA Copyright & Intellectual Property Infringement Policy
Version: 1.0
Effective Date: 07.07.2026 (DD.MM.YYYY)
Last Updated: 07.07.2026 (DD.MM.YYYY)
Company: Kilobyte Corporation Private Limited
Platform: GlobeOTA
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1. Purpose
GlobeOTA respects the intellectual property rights of authors, photographers, artists, software developers, businesses, accommodation partners, and other content owners.
This Copyright & Intellectual Property Infringement Policy explains how GlobeOTA handles allegations of copyright and intellectual property infringement relating to content available on the GlobeOTA Platform.
This Policy provides a process for rights holders to report allegedly infringing material and for GlobeOTA to investigate and respond appropriately.
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2. Scope
This Policy applies to all content published or made available through GlobeOTA, including but not limited to:
* Property descriptions
* Room descriptions
* Holiday package descriptions
* Activity descriptions
* Images
* Videos
* Logos
* Brochures
* Maps
* Reviews
* User-generated content
* Partner-submitted content
* Marketing materials
* Website content
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3. Respect for Intellectual Property
All users and partners are expected to respect the intellectual property rights of others.
Users and partners should upload only content that:
* They own; or
* They have obtained permission or a valid licence to use.
Uploading copyrighted material without authorization may violate applicable laws and GlobeOTA policies.
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4. Prohibited Activities
The following activities are prohibited:
* Uploading copyrighted photographs without permission.
* Copying descriptions from another website without authorization.
* Using another company’s logo without permission.
* Uploading copyrighted videos.
* Using copyrighted brochures or marketing materials without rights.
* Publishing trademarked content in a misleading manner.
* Removing copyright notices from protected works.
* Misrepresenting ownership of intellectual property.
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5. Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe that content available on GlobeOTA infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, you may submit a written infringement notice.
The notice should include:
* Your full name.
* Organization name (if applicable).
* Contact details.
* A description of the copyrighted or protected work.
* The URL or location of the allegedly infringing content.
* A statement explaining your ownership or authority to act on behalf of the rights holder.
* Supporting documentation where available.
* A declaration that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
Incomplete notices may require additional information before GlobeOTA can proceed.
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6. Investigation Process
Upon receiving a valid complaint, GlobeOTA may:
* Review the reported content.
* Request additional information from the complainant.
* Contact the user or partner who submitted the content.
* Seek clarification from both parties.
* Temporarily restrict access to the content while the matter is investigated, where appropriate.
* Consult legal advisors if necessary.
Each complaint will be evaluated individually.
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7. Possible Actions
Where GlobeOTA determines that content may infringe intellectual property rights, it may:
* Remove the content.
* Disable public access to the content.
* Request modifications or proof of ownership.
* Issue warnings.
* Suspend publishing privileges.
* Suspend or terminate user or partner accounts in accordance with applicable agreements.
* Take any other action reasonably necessary to protect intellectual property rights or comply with legal obligations.
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8. Counter-Notification
If a user or partner believes that content was removed in error, they may submit a counter-notification including:
* Identification of the removed content.
* Explanation of why the removal is believed to be incorrect.
* Supporting evidence demonstrating ownership, authorization, licence, or other legal basis.
* Updated contact information.
GlobeOTA may review the counter-notification and, where appropriate, restore the content or seek further clarification.
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9. Repeat Infringement
GlobeOTA may take additional action against users or partners who repeatedly violate intellectual property rights.
Such action may include:
* Permanent removal of content.
* Restriction of publishing privileges.
* Suspension of user accounts.
* Termination of partner agreements.
* Refusal of future platform access.
The response will depend on the seriousness and frequency of violations.
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10. Third-Party Content
GlobeOTA may display content supplied by accommodation partners, activity providers, transport partners, advertisers, customers, and other third parties.
Responsibility for such content remains with the submitting party.
Publication on GlobeOTA does not constitute ownership or endorsement by GlobeOTA.
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11. Good Faith Reporting
Complaints should be submitted only where the complainant has a genuine and reasonable belief that intellectual property rights have been infringed.
Knowingly submitting false, misleading, or abusive infringement notices may result in rejection of the complaint and may have legal consequences under applicable law.
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12. GlobeOTA’s Role
GlobeOTA operates as an online travel marketplace and content platform.
While GlobeOTA reviews infringement notices received, it cannot independently verify the ownership of every item of content submitted by users or partners.
Accordingly, GlobeOTA relies on rights holders and content providers to cooperate in resolving intellectual property disputes.
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13. Reservation of Rights
Nothing in this Policy limits GlobeOTA’s right to:
* Investigate suspected infringement.
* Remove content that violates applicable laws or GlobeOTA policies.
* Cooperate with law enforcement or competent authorities.
* Take additional action where required by law.
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14. Policy Updates
GlobeOTA may revise this Policy from time to time to reflect:
* Changes in applicable laws.
* Business operations.
* Platform functionality.
* Intellectual property practices.
Updated versions will be published on the Platform with the revised effective date.
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15. Contact for Copyright Complaints
Copyright and intellectual property complaints may be submitted to:
GlobeOTA
A Product of Kilobyte Corporation Private Limited
Email: copyright@globeota.com
Legal Department: legal@globeota.com
Website: https://www.globeota.com