The Vault Copyright Policy

Last Updated: May 15, 2026

The Vault respects intellectual property rights and is committed to protecting creators, writers, artists, studios, collaborators, and original works.

This Copyright Policy explains how The Vault handles:

By using The Vault, you agree to comply with this Copyright Policy.

1. Creator Ownership

Creators retain ownership of the original content they create and upload unless separate written agreements state otherwise.

This may include:

Uploading content to The Vault does not automatically transfer ownership to The Vault.

2. Ownership Confirmation

By uploading content to The Vault, users confirm:

Users may not upload:

False ownership claims may result in:

3. Copyright Protection Systems

The Vault may use systems to help protect creators and original content.

These systems may include:

These systems exist to help:

4. Creator Ownership Vault

The Vault may provide private ownership evidence systems.

Creators may upload:

These files may be used as ownership evidence during disputes.

Private evidence files are not publicly visible.

5. Collaborative Projects and Studio Ownership

The Vault supports collaborative projects and studio systems.

Collaborators are responsible for:

The Vault may store:

Unless separate agreements state otherwise, contributors retain ownership of their original work.

The Vault is not automatically responsible for disputes between collaborators.

However, The Vault may intervene when disputes involve:

6. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted content has been uploaded without permission, you may submit a copyright report.

Reports should include:

Examples of evidence may include:

False or abusive reports may result in moderation action.

7. Copyright Investigation Process

When a report is submitted, The Vault may:

The Vault may preserve:

during investigations.

8. Possible Outcomes

After review, The Vault may:

The Vault reserves the right to make final platform moderation decisions.

9. Repeat Infringers

Users who repeatedly violate copyrights may face:

Severe violations may result in immediate permanent account action.

10. Unauthorized Translations

Uploading translations without permission from the copyright owner is prohibited unless:

Unauthorized translated uploads may be removed.

11. Fan Works and Inspired Content

The Vault may allow fan-inspired works depending on platform rules.

However, users remain responsible for ensuring their content does not violate:

The Vault reserves the right to remove fan works if requested by rights holders or if platform policies are violated.

12. AI-Generated Content

Creators remain responsible for content uploaded using AI-assisted tools.

Users may not:

The Vault may review AI-assisted uploads for:

The Vault may restrict AI-generated content depending on platform policies.

13. Watermarks and Attribution

Creators may use:

to help protect content.

Removing creator attribution or watermarks without permission may violate platform rules.

14. Archive Preservation

The Vault may preserve archived copies of:

These archives may be used for:

Archived evidence may not be publicly accessible.

15. Monetization Freezes During Disputes

The Vault may temporarily freeze monetization for disputed content while investigations occur.

This may include:

Freezes help prevent profit from potentially infringing material.

16. Counterclaims and Appeals

Users may respond to copyright claims or moderation actions.

Responses may include:

False or abusive counterclaims may result in moderation action.

17. No Guarantee of Automatic Detection

The Vault may use systems intended to reduce stolen uploads.

However:

Users remain responsible for protecting and managing their intellectual property.

18. Copyright Abuse and Fraud

Users may not:

Copyright abuse may result in:

19. Limitation of Liability

The Vault is a platform service provider.

While The Vault takes reasonable steps to respond to copyright issues, The Vault is not automatically responsible for:

Users remain responsible for their uploaded content.

20. Legal Compliance

The Vault reserves the right to:

The Vault may comply with applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

21. Changes to This Copyright Policy

The Vault may update this Copyright Policy over time.

Updated policies become effective when published.

Continued use of The Vault means you accept the revised policy.

22. Governing Law

This Copyright Policy is governed by the laws of Western Australia and applicable Australian law unless otherwise required by local law.

23. Contact

For copyright reports, ownership disputes, intellectual property concerns, or moderation questions, contact The Vault through official support systems or contact pages.

24. Final Statement

The Vault exists to protect originality, collaboration, and creator ownership.

Our goal is to build a creator-first platform where:

The Vault is committed to helping creators build lasting worlds while protecting the rights connected to those creations.