COPYRIGHT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER

© 2025 Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited. All Rights Reserved.

1. Copyright Protection Under Indian Law

This website and all its contents, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, data compilations, software code, design elements, and other materials (collectively, "Content"), are the property of Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited and are protected by copyright under the Copyright Act, 1957 and international copyright laws.

The Content is protected by copyright under the Copyright Act, 1957, and international copyright laws and treaties, including:

  1. Section 13: Copyright subsists in original literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, cinematograph films, and sound recordings.
  2. Section 14: Copyright owner has exclusive rights to reproduce, publish, perform, communicate, translate, and adapt the work.
  3. Section 22: Copyright confers exclusive rights throughout India to do or authorize others to do certain acts.

1.2 Automatic Copyright Protection

Copyright in the Content subsists automatically from the moment of creation and does not require registration.

1.3 Duration of Copyright: Copyright Duration for IoT and Technology Works

Copyright protection extends as follows under the Copyright Act, 1957:

  1. Computer Programs and Software: 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication (Section 26).
  2. Databases and Data Compilations: 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication (Section 26).
  3. Website Design and Digital Content: 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication (Section 26).
  4. Technical Documentation and Manuals: 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication, or lifetime of the author plus 60 years if authored by identified individuals (Sections 22 and 26).
  5. Audiovisual Content and Product Videos: 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication (Section 25).
  6. Photographs (Product Images, Technical Diagrams): 60 years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year of publication (Section 25).
  7. Artistic Works (Logos, UI/UX Designs, Graphics): Lifetime of the author plus 60 years from the year following the author's death, or 60 years from publication if authorship is anonymous or pseudonymous (Section 27).

For works created by employees in the course of employment, Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited is deemed the author and copyright owner, with protection extending 60 years from the year of publication (Section 17).

2. EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS RESERVED

In accordance with Section 14 of the Copyright Act, 1957, Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited reserves the following exclusive rights:

2.1 Literary and Artistic Works

  1. To reproduce the work in any material form.
  2. To issue copies of the work to the public.
  3. To perform the work in public.
  4. To communicate the work to the public.
  5. To make any translation of the work.
  6. To make any adaptation of the work.
  7. To do any of the above acts in relation to translations or adaptations.

2.2 Computer Programs and Software

  1. To make copies or adaptations of the computer program.
  2. To sell or distribute copies to the public.
  3. To communicate the program to the public.
  4. All rights as conferred under Section 14(b) of the Copyright Act, 1957.

2.3 Cinematograph Films and Videos

  1. To make copies of the film.
  2. To sell or give on hire such copies.
  3. To communicate the film to the public.
  4. All rights as conferred under Section 14(d) of the Copyright Act, 1957.

3. RESTRICTIONS ON USE AND COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT

3.1 Prohibited Acts

Without obtaining prior written permission from Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited, you should NOT:

  1. Reproduce any Content in any form (print, digital, or otherwise).
  2. Distribute or redistribute the Content to third parties.
  3. Publish or republish the Content on other websites or platforms.
  4. Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on the Content.
  5. Translate any Content into other languages.
  6. Communicate the Content to the public through any medium.
  7. Download, copy, or extract Content for commercial purposes.
  8. Frame, mirror, or link to Content in a manner that implies association.
  9. Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract Content.
  10. Remove, alter, or obscure copyright notices, watermarks, or attributions.
  11. Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or code.
  12. Create compilations or databases using the Content.
  13. Perform or display the Content publicly without authorization.
  14. Use Content in AI training datasets or machine learning models.

3.2 What Constitutes Copyright Infringement

Under Section 51 of the Copyright Act, 1957, copyright infringement occurs when any person, without a license from the copyright owner or the Registrar of Copyrights, does anything that the exclusive right to do is conferred upon the owner by the Act, including:

  1. Making infringing copies for sale or commercial use,
  2. Permitting any place to be used for public performance where such performance constitutes infringement,
  3. Distributing infringing copies for trade or to prejudice the owner's rights,
  4. Public exhibition or importation of infringing copies and
  5. Circumventing technological protection measures.

3.3 Secondary Infringement

You may also be liable for secondary infringement if you:

  1. Import infringing copies into India,
  2. Possess infringing copies for commercial purposes,
  3. Allow premises to be used for infringing performances and
  4. Deal with infringing copies knowing or having reason to believe they are infringing.

4. PERMITTED USES AND FAIR DEALING

4.1 Personal and Non-Commercial Use

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

  1. View and access the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes,
  2. Temporarily cache Content in your browser for technical purposes, and
  3. Print single copies of individual pages for personal reference only.

This license does NOT permit you to download, store, or reproduce substantial portions of the Content.

4.2 Conditions for Fair Dealing

To qualify as fair dealing, the use must:

  1. Be genuinely for the permitted purpose,
  2. Not to be used as a substitute for purchasing the work,
  3. Not exceed what is reasonably necessary,
  4. Include proper attribution (where required),
  5. Not prejudice against the legitimate interests of the copyright owner and
  6. Not unreasonably prejudice the normal exploitation of the work.

4.3 What is NOT Fair Dealing

The following do NOT constitute fair dealings:

  1. Copying entire works or substantial portions,
  2. Commercial use or use for profit,
  3. Systematic copying or aggregation,
  4. Distribution to multiple parties,
  5. Use that competes with the original work and
  6. Use without proper attribution (where required).

5. Legal Remedies for Infringement

Infringement of copyright in this website or its Content may result in:

  1. Civil Remedies: Injunctions, damages, accounts of profits (Sections 55 and 58).
  2. Criminal Penalties: Fines up to ₹2,00,000 and imprisonment up to 3 years for serious violations (Sections 63 and 63A).

Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited reserves the right to take immediate legal action against any infringement.

6. Intellectual Property Ownership

All intellectual property rights in and to the website and its Content are owned by or licensed to Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited. The copyrights in this website have been duly registered and serve as prima facie evidence of ownership.

7. Trademarks

SKOEGLE® and all related product names, logos, and service marks displayed on this website are trademarks or registered trademarks of Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited. Unauthorized use of these trademarks is prohibited and may constitute trademark infringement.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR COPYRIGHT MATTERS

8.1 Exclusion of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKOEGLE IOT INNOVATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  1. Any damages arising from unauthorized use of Content by third parties.
  2. Any losses resulting from reliance on Content accuracy or completeness.
  3. Any infringement claims by third parties related to Content.
  4. Any damages from the removal of Content or termination of access.
  5. Any consequential, indirect, or punitive damages related to copyright matters.

8.2 Maximum Liability Cap

Our total liability for any claims related to copyright or Content use shall not exceed INR 10,000 (Ten Thousand Rupees).

8.3 User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for:

  1. Ensuring their use of Content complies with copyright law.
  2. Obtaining necessary permissions before using Content.
  3. Defending against any claims arising from their use of Content.
  4. Any damage resulting from their copyright infringement.

9. INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION

9.1 Treaties and Conventions

The Content is protected under international copyright treaties and conventions to which India is a signatory, including:

  1. Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works (1886),
  2. Universal Copyright Convention (1952),
  3. WIPO Copyright Treaty (1996),
  4. TRIPS Agreement (Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights).

9.2 Cross-Border Enforcement

Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited reserves the right to enforce its copyright internationally and may pursue infringers in jurisdictions outside India where the Content is misused.

10. Exclusive Jurisdiction

Any disputes, claims, or proceedings related to copyright infringement or Content use shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

11. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

11.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting with an updated "Last Updated" date.

11.2 Notice of Material Changes

Material changes to copyright terms will be notified through a prominent notice on the Website or email notification to registered users.

11.3 Continued Use

Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you disagree, you must cease use immediately.

12. Contact Information

For inquiries regarding permissions, licensing, or authorized use of any Content from this website, please contact:

Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited
52/2, 2nd Main Rd, Vyalikaval, Lower Palace orchards, Malleshwara, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560003, India, Bangalore, India
Email: info@skoegle.in
Website: www.skoegle.in
http://skoegle.com
http://skoegle.com

13. Copyright Agent

For infringement notices or takedown requests:

Attention: Copyright Agent
Email: smritycs@secretary.skoegle.com

Last Updated: November 2025

Legal Framework: Copyright Act, 1957 (as amended) and Rules thereunder
This notice serves as legal notification of copyright ownership and restrictions. Ignorance of this notice does not exempt any person from liability for copyright infringement. Skoegle IoT Innovations Private Limited reserves all rights not expressly granted herein.