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DMCA / Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy

DMCA / Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy – InternBoard.com

Last Updated: March 18, 2026
Effective Date: March 18, 2026

This DMCA / Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy (“Policy”) governs how InternBoard.com (“InternBoard”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), owned and operated by Master Trading Class Private Limited, handles intellectual property rights, copyright protection, and infringement claims on the Platform.

InternBoard is a global opportunity marketplace connecting students, fresh graduates, and early-career professionals with employers offering internships, apprenticeships, jobs, gigs, part-time roles, remote work, freelance projects, and career-oriented courses.

InternBoard operates strictly as a technology platform and:

  • does not create or own user-generated content
  • does not actively monitor all uploaded content
  • acts as an intermediary platform under applicable safe harbor principles

This Policy establishes procedures for:

  • reporting copyright infringement
  • responding to DMCA notices
  • protecting intellectual property rights
  • limiting platform liability

1. Purpose of This Policy

This Policy is designed to:

  • protect intellectual property rights of content owners
  • provide a structured notice-and-takedown mechanism
  • ensure compliance with global copyright frameworks (including DMCA principles)
  • protect InternBoard from liability arising from user-generated content

2. Scope of the Policy

This Policy applies to all content on the Platform, including:

  • resumes and CVs
  • job and internship listings
  • employer profiles
  • course materials and descriptions
  • portfolio links and media
  • messages and communications

3. Definitions

3.1 Intellectual Property (IP)

Includes copyrights, trademarks, logos, designs, text, images, and proprietary content.

3.2 Copyright Infringement

Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of protected content.

3.3 DMCA Notice

A formal complaint submitted by a copyright owner requesting removal of infringing content.

3.4 User Content

Any content uploaded, posted, or shared by users on the Platform.

4. Ownership of Content

4.1 Platform Ownership

All platform elements, including:

  • branding
  • software
  • UI/UX design
  • logos
  • proprietary systems

are owned by InternBoard and protected by applicable laws.

4.2 User Ownership

Users retain ownership of their submitted content.

However, by uploading content, users grant InternBoard a:

  • non-exclusive
  • worldwide
  • royalty-free license

to host, display, reproduce, and distribute content for platform operations.

4.3 User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for ensuring:

  • they own or have rights to the content
  • content does not infringe third-party rights

5. Prohibited Intellectual Property Violations

Users must not:

  • upload copyrighted content without permission
  • copy job descriptions or course materials unlawfully
  • use logos or trademarks without authorization
  • impersonate brands or organizations
  • distribute pirated or proprietary content

Violations may result in account suspension or termination.

6. Notice & Takedown Procedure (DMCA Compliance)

InternBoard follows a notice-and-takedown process.

6.1 Filing a DMCA Complaint

To report infringement, send an email to:

support@internboard.com

Include:

  • identification of copyrighted work
  • URL or location of infringing content
  • your contact details
  • a statement of good faith belief
  • a statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
  • your signature (digital or physical)

6.2 Review Process

Upon receiving a valid notice, InternBoard may:

  • review the complaint
  • temporarily remove or disable access to content
  • notify the affected user

6.3 Counter-Notification

Users may submit a counter-notice if they believe content was removed incorrectly.

A counter-notice must include the following:

  • identification of removed content
  • statement of good faith belief
  • consent to jurisdiction
  • user contact details

InternBoard may restore content if legally appropriate.

7. Repeat Infringer Policy

InternBoard enforces a repeat infringement policy.

Users who repeatedly violate IP rights may face the following:

  • account suspension
  • permanent ban
  • restriction from future access

8. Trademark Protection

Users must not:

  • use trademarks without authorization
  • misrepresent affiliation with brands
  • create misleading company profiles

Trademark violations may result in removal or legal action.

9. Platform Safe Harbor Protection

InternBoard operates as an intermediary and:

  • does not pre-screen all content
  • is not liable for user-generated content
  • responds to valid legal notices

This aligns with global safe harbor principles.

10. Third-Party Content

The Platform may contain links or references to external content.

InternBoard is not responsible for the following:

  • third-party content accuracy
  • copyright compliance of external websites

11. Content Moderation Rights

InternBoard reserves the right to:

  • remove infringing or suspicious content
  • restrict visibility of content
  • suspend accounts

even without prior notice where necessary.

12. False or Misleading Claims

Submitting false DMCA notices may result in:

  • legal liability
  • account suspension
  • rejection of future claims

Users must act in good faith.

13. Limitation of Liability

InternBoard is not liable for the following:

  • user-uploaded infringing content
  • damages resulting from content removal
  • disputes between users

Liability is limited to the membership fee paid (if any).

14. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify the following:

  • InternBoard.com
  • Master Trading Class Private Limited

against claims arising from:

  • copyright infringement
  • misuse of content
  • violation of this Policy

15. Global Compliance

Users acknowledge:

  • InternBoard operates from India
  • IP laws vary by jurisdiction
  • users must comply with applicable laws

16. Policy Updates

InternBoard may update this Policy at any time.

  • updates will be published on the Platform
  • continued use indicates acceptance

17. Governing Law

This Policy is governed by the laws of India.

18. Jurisdiction

All disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of:

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

19. Contact for IP and DMCA Requests

For copyright or IP concerns:

Email: support@internboard.com