TERMS & CONDITIONS

Effective Date: 02-02-2025


1. Introduction

1.1 Welcome to GraphicsFinder.in (“Website”, “we”, “us”, “our”).
1.2 These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”, “Agreement”) govern your use of our Website and services (“Services”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please do not use the Services.


2. Acceptance and Changes

2.1 Your continued access signifies your acceptance of any modifications.
2.2 We may revise these Terms at any time, with changes effective upon posting. Your responsibility is to review them regularly.


3. Eligibility

3.1 You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services.
3.2 By registering, you warrant that all information you provide is legal, accurate, and up-to-date.
3.3 We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18; if discovered, it will be deleted promptly.


4. Access and Use

4.1 Services include browsing, downloading (if permitted), uploading (for contributors), licensing, and using graphics.
4.2 You may use the Services only as permitted by applicable laws and these Terms.
4.3 We reserve the right to limit, suspend, or discontinue Services (or any part) at any time without notice or liability.


5. User Accounts & Security

5.1 To access certain features, you must register and create an account with accurate information.
5.2 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials.
5.3 You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.


6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Unless otherwise indicated, we own or license all Content on the Website, including graphics, text, logos, and trademarks.
6.2 All rights reserved. You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.


7. Contributor Content (User-Submitted)

7.1 Contributors uploading content grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, distribute, modify, and sublicense that content.
7.2 You represent and warrant that you have full rights to grant this license, and that the content does not infringe third-party rights.
7.3 We may remove infringing content at our discretion.


8. Licensing of Graphics

8.1 Licensing terms for usage (personal vs. commercial, attribution requirements, modification rights) will be specified with each downloadable asset.
8.2 Commercial licenses may require purchase or subscription.
8.3 No implied licenses—usage must comply with the explicit terms attached to each graphic.


9. Prohibited Conduct

9.1 You must not: use the Services unlawfully; infringe intellectual property rights; transmit viruses or malware; engage in data mining or scraping; attempt unauthorized system access; or reverse engineer our platform.
9.2 Violation of these provisions may lead to immediate termination of Services.


10. Fees & Payments

10.1 Certain Services (e.g., paid licenses, premium downloads, subscriptions) may incur fees.
10.2 Payment terms, cancellation policies, refund eligibility, and renewal terms will be clearly disclosed at the point of purchase.


11. Termination

11.1 You may stop using the Services at any time.
11.2 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access for any breach, misuse, or suspicious behavior.
11.3 Upon termination, your access ends immediately. Surviving Terms include sections on Warranty Disclaimers, Liability, Indemnity, Ownership, and Governing Law.


12. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

12.1 The Website and Services are provided “AS IS” without warranties of any kind.
12.2 We do not guarantee accuracy, timeliness, or uninterrupted access.
12.3 To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for damages arising from your use of the Services.


13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your use of the Services, violation of Terms, or infringement of any rights.


14. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

14.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction/Country].
14.2 Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [City/Country], unless otherwise agreed.


15. Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data, is incorporated by reference into these Terms.


16. Notices

We may provide notices by email or via the Website. You agree to receive electronic communications. Notices are effective upon transmission.


17. Severability

If any part of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, it will be deemed removed and the remaining provisions will remain in full force.


18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional specific terms, comprise the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Services.

Appendix B: License Types & Rights

This appendix defines the scope of rights granted to users who download assets from GraphicsFinder.in. Each asset is accompanied by a license that determines how it may be used.


1. Overview of License Categories

We offer the following types of licenses:

License Type Permitted Use Restrictions Attribution
Personal Use Projects not intended for commercial gain No reselling, distribution, or commercial display Not required
Commercial Use Client work, marketing, merchandise, monetized media No redistribution of raw files Required (unless otherwise stated)
Extended Use Unlimited commercial projects, merchandising No reselling as-is, must be part of original work Required
Exclusive Use Sole usage rights for the buyer Non-transferable, non-refundable May vary

2. Detailed License Rights

2.1 Personal Use License

  • You may use the asset for personal projects such as school assignments, social media posts, or decor.

  • You may not sell or distribute the downloaded content or use it in any commercial way.

2.2 Commercial Use License

  • You may use assets in marketing materials, branding projects, client work, advertising, and social media content for profit-making purposes.

  • You may not:

    • Repackage and sell the asset as-is

    • Offer the asset as a downloadable file (free or paid)

    • Use the asset in illegal, defamatory, or immoral content

2.3 Extended Use License

  • Grants all Commercial Use rights, plus:

    • Use in product packaging and resale (e.g., t-shirts, mugs, book covers, digital products)

    • Use across unlimited client or personal projects

  • Attribution is mandatory unless stated otherwise.

2.4 Exclusive Use License

  • You gain exclusive access to the asset, meaning it will be removed from the website upon purchase.

  • This license is ideal for custom branding, product identity, or confidential work.

  • We reserve the right to reject exclusive licensing on previously sold assets.


3. Common Use Cases: Examples

Use Case License Needed
Personal blog banner Personal Use
Client’s company brochure Commercial Use
Selling t-shirts with the design Extended Use
Unique logo for a new brand Exclusive Use

4. License Restrictions (All Types)

Unless stated otherwise, you may not:

  • Claim ownership of the original asset

  • Trademark the design as your own

  • Resell the asset in its original form

  • Use the graphics on platforms that redistribute design assets (e.g., Canva, Freepik)


5. Attribution Guidelines

When required, attribution must be clearly placed in your project or description as:

Graphic by GraphicsFinder.in

You may modify the wording slightly (e.g., “Image courtesy of GraphicsFinder”) but must retain the original source reference.


6. Modification Rights

You are allowed to:

  • Modify, crop, recolor, or combine the asset with other elements

  • Use modified versions across multiple platforms (if license permits)

You may not:

  • Modify only slightly and resell or distribute it as a new asset

  • Use modifications to obscure authorship or violate attribution requirements


7. Duration & Revocation

All licenses are:

  • Perpetual, meaning they last indefinitely unless revoked for legal reasons (e.g., copyright infringement).

  • Non-exclusive, except in the case of Exclusive licenses.

We reserve the right to revoke a license if:

  • You violate the Terms & Conditions

  • The asset is found to violate third-party rights


8. Legal Considerations

  • All licensed use is at your own risk.

  • Ensure that your use complies with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Some content may include third-party trademarks or likenesses which you must clear separately.

Appendix C: Copyright Infringement & DMCA Policy


1. Introduction

GraphicsFinder.in respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users and contributors to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and applicable international copyright laws. This policy outlines how copyright violations are addressed and how claims can be submitted.


2. What Constitutes Copyright Infringement

Copyright infringement occurs when copyrighted material is used, shared, distributed, or modified without the explicit permission or proper licensing from the copyright holder.

Infringing activities may include:

  • Uploading artwork or graphics without owning or licensing them

  • Downloading and distributing content without a valid license

  • Claiming ownership of graphics obtained from GraphicsFinder.in


3. DMCA Compliance

As a digital content platform, GraphicsFinder.in adheres to the requirements of the DMCA. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied or used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice.


4. Submitting a Takedown Notice

To file a valid DMCA claim, your written notice must include:

  1. Your full legal name and contact information (email, phone, physical address)

  2. A description of the copyrighted work that you believe has been infringed

  3. The exact URL(s) of the allegedly infringing content

  4. A statement affirming:

    • You have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner or law.

    • The information in your notice is accurate.

    • Under penalty of perjury, you are the owner or authorized agent of the copyright holder.

  5. Your physical or digital signature.

Submit the notice via email to:
📧 legal@graphicsfinder.in


5. What Happens After You File a DMCA Notice

  • We will review your request within 7 business days.

  • If the claim is valid, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.

  • We will notify the uploader of the takedown and allow them to respond with a counter-notice if they believe the content was wrongfully removed.


6. Submitting a DMCA Counter-Notice

If you believe a takedown request was submitted in error or in bad faith, you may respond with a counter-notice that includes:

  1. Your full legal name and contact details

  2. A statement under penalty of perjury that the material was removed by mistake or misidentification

  3. The exact URL(s) where the content appeared before removal

  4. A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of [Your Jurisdiction, e.g., the courts of Patna, Bihar, India]

  5. Your physical or digital signature

Send your counter-notice to:
📧 legal@graphicsfinder.in

If the complainant does not take legal action within 14 days, we may restore the removed content.


7. Repeat Infringer Policy

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for repeat infringers.

  • Any user found to have submitted or uploaded infringing material more than once may have their account permanently suspended.

  • Contributors with repeated complaints may be removed from the platform permanently.


8. False or Fraudulent Claims

Filing false DMCA notices or counter-notices is illegal and may result in civil or criminal penalties.

Users or third parties submitting fraudulent copyright claims may be:

  • Reported to relevant legal authorities

  • Subject to legal claims for damages, fees, and account termination


9. Protection for Original Contributors

To protect artists and contributors:

  • We employ watermarking and metadata tagging to track asset origin

  • We provide timestamped upload logs to verify original uploads

  • Contributors can report unauthorized distribution of their assets elsewhere via our legal department


10. International Considerations

While the DMCA is a U.S. law, GraphicsFinder.in accepts and investigates copyright complaints from international rights holders in accordance with local intellectual property laws, such as:

  • Indian Copyright Act, 1957

  • EU Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market

  • UK Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988


11. Summary

GraphicsFinder.in supports creators and protects original content. If your rights are being violated or if you’ve mistakenly uploaded infringing content, we’re here to resolve the issue quickly and fairly.

For any copyright-related concern, email us at
📧 legal@graphicsfinder.in