Intellectual Property Policy

Intellectual Property Policy

IdeaMaxUSA.com

This Intellectual Property Policy (“Policy”) governs the manner in which Idea Max USA (also referred to as “IdeaMaxUSA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) handles intellectual property matters relating to users (each, a “User,” “you,” or “your”) of ideamaxusa.com, including its e-commerce website offering DTF transfers, print-on-demand (POD), custom printing, apparel, accessories, and related products and services (collectively, the “Sites”).

Idea Max USA takes intellectual property rights seriously and expects all Users to do the same. By accessing or using the Sites, you agree to be bound by this Policy, the User Agreement, and any additional guidelines, restrictions, or rules posted on the Sites.

Idea Max USA reserves the right to modify this Policy and the Sites at any time without prior notice.

Your Content and Materials

Any content or material submitted, uploaded, transmitted, stored, or otherwise provided by you to Idea Max USA through the Sites, including but not limited to photographs, images, graphics, artwork, designs, logos, text, videos, and other materials (collectively, “Designs”), is subject to this Policy and the User Agreement.

You retain ownership of your Designs. However, by using the Sites, you grant Idea Max USA a worldwide, non-exclusive, transferable, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable license, with the right to sublicense through multiple tiers, to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, prepare derivative works from, distribute, publicly display, archive, and otherwise exploit such Designs solely in connection with:

  • The production, fulfillment, packaging, and shipment of products or services you request

  • Displaying previews, mockups, or representations of how your Designs will appear on products

  • Operating, maintaining, marketing, promoting, and improving the Sites and related services

For example, when you submit Designs for custom printing, DTF transfers, or POD services, Idea Max USA may prepare, manipulate, convert, resize, transmit, and reproduce the Designs as reasonably necessary for production and fulfillment.

You further grant Idea Max USA a non-exclusive, worldwide, transferable, royalty-free, and sublicensable right to use, reproduce, publicly display, sell, and distribute the Designs in advertising, marketing, samples, and promotional materials for the purpose of promoting the Sites and facilitating the sale of products or services, in any media formats and through any media channels.

You also grant each user of the Sites a limited, non-exclusive license to access your Designs through the Sites and to use, reproduce, distribute, and display such Designs solely as permitted by the functionality of the Sites, this Policy, and the User Agreement.

User Representations and Warranties

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or otherwise possess all necessary rights, licenses, permissions, and consents to submit and use the Designs

  • The Designs do not infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any copyright, trademark, service mark, trade dress, patent, trade secret, moral rights, privacy rights, publicity rights, or other proprietary rights of any third party

  • The Designs do not violate any applicable laws or regulations and do not contain unlawful, fraudulent, threatening, abusive, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material

  • The Designs do not contain malicious code, viruses, malware, or other harmful components

You further represent that there are no pending or threatened disputes relating to the ownership or use of the Designs or any portion thereof.

Review, Suspension, and Disclosure

All Designs uploaded to the Sites are stored automatically. Idea Max USA does not pre-screen Designs prior to upload, and the acceptance or storage of Designs does not constitute approval or confirmation of compliance with this Policy.

Idea Max USA reserves the right to review Designs submitted in connection with any order or service request and may refuse to use any Designs, suspend processing or shipment of orders, or remove Designs that violate this Policy or applicable law.

Idea Max USA may require written confirmation of your rights, authorizations, licenses, permissions, or consents relating to any Designs. Failure to provide satisfactory confirmation may result in removal of Designs, suspension of services, or termination of your account.

You agree that Idea Max USA may disclose Designs and related information to third parties as reasonably necessary to provide services, enforce this Policy, or comply with legal obligations or governmental requests.

Name, Image, and Likeness

You consent to the use of your name, image, and likeness as included in your Designs and represent that you have obtained written consent, release, and permission from every identifiable individual appearing in the Designs. If any identifiable individual is under the age of eighteen (18), you represent that you have obtained such consent from the individual’s parent or legal guardian and agree to provide documentation upon request.

Special Provisions for DTF, POD, and Custom Printing Services

DTF / POD / Custom Printing Intellectual Property Disclaimer

Idea Max USA provides DTF transfers, print-on-demand (POD), custom printing, and related manufacturing services strictly as a production service provider. Idea Max USA does not review, verify, validate, or determine the legality, ownership, or intellectual property status of any Designs submitted by Users.

You acknowledge and agree that:

  • Idea Max USA does not provide legal advice regarding intellectual property rights

  • Submission of Designs for DTF, POD, or custom printing does not constitute approval, endorsement, or confirmation of intellectual property compliance

  • Idea Max USA relies entirely on the representations and warranties made by you

You are solely responsible for ensuring that all Designs submitted are lawful, properly licensed, and authorized.

Manufacturing, Factory, and Supply Chain Disclaimer

Idea Max USA may engage third-party manufacturers, factories, production partners, fulfillment providers, logistics providers, and suppliers (collectively, “Manufacturing Partners”) to fulfill orders.

You expressly acknowledge and agree that:

  • Manufacturing Partners act solely at your direction based on the Designs you provide

  • Idea Max USA does not independently verify intellectual property compliance during production

  • Any reproduction, printing, transfer, or application of Designs is performed solely to fulfill your order

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Idea Max USA and all Manufacturing Partners shall have no liability for any claims arising from:

  • Actual or alleged intellectual property infringement related to your Designs

  • Unauthorized use of logos, brands, characters, artwork, photographs, or likenesses submitted by you

  • Disputes regarding ownership, licensing, or authorization of Designs

  • Seizure, delay, destruction, refusal, or non-delivery of products due to intellectual property claims by customs authorities, platforms, carriers, or third parties

All intellectual property claims related to your Designs are solely your responsibility.

Enhanced Indemnification for Custom Printing Services

Without limiting any other indemnification obligations, you agree to fully indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Idea Max USA, its owners, officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, Manufacturing Partners, factories, contractors, suppliers, and logistics providers from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, penalties, costs, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from:

  • Your Designs used in DTF, POD, or custom printing

  • Any allegation of intellectual property infringement

  • Failure to obtain required licenses or permissions

  • False or inaccurate representations made by you

This obligation survives order completion, account termination, and termination of this Policy.

Indemnification (General)

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Idea Max USA and its affiliates from any claims arising out of your use of the Sites, your Designs, or your violation of this Policy or applicable law.

Idea Max USA Content

All content on the Sites, including graphics, images, layouts, text, software, and tools (“Idea Max USA Content”), is owned by or licensed to Idea Max USA and protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

All trademarks and service marks displayed on the Sites are the property of their respective owners.

Reporting Trademark and Copyright Infringement

If you believe that material on the Sites infringes your trademark or copyright, submit written notice to:

Email: info@idea-max.com

Trademark Notices Must Include:

  • Signature

  • Proof of ownership

  • Identification of infringing material

  • Contact information

  • Good-faith statement

Copyright (DMCA) Notices Must Include:

  • Signature

  • Identification of copyrighted work

  • Identification of infringing material

  • Contact information

  • Good-faith statement

  • Statement under penalty of perjury

Counter-Notification

If you believe material was removed by mistake, you may submit a counter-notification in accordance with 17 U.S.C. § 512 to info@idea-max.com.

Repeat Infringers

Idea Max USA reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts of repeat infringers.

Last Updated: Oct 10, 2025