INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS NOTICE

For thecozyhook.com

1. OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content featured on thecozyhook.com (including but not limited to: original crochet doll designs, patterns, photographs, illustrations, text, logos, graphics, website layout, and product packaging) is the exclusive property of thecozyhook.com or its licensors. This content is protected under international copyright, trademark, trade dress, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

2. COPYRIGHT PROTECTION

Original Designs & Patterns: All crochet doll designs, character concepts, and written/visual patterns created by thecozyhook.com are copyrighted works. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or creation of derivative works is strictly prohibited.

Photography & Media: Product images, lifestyle photos, and tutorial videos are copyrighted. You may not download, copy, redistribute, or use these for any purpose (commercial or personal) without prior written permission.

3. TRADEMARK PROTECTION

The business name "thecozyhook.com", associated logos, and distinctive product names/character names used on this website are trademarks or service marks of thecozyhook.com. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

4. PERMITTED USES (FOR CUSTOMERS)

Finished Products: Physical crochet dolls purchased from thecozyhook.com are for personal enjoyment, display, or gifting.

Patterns (If Sold): Patterns purchased are licensed for personal, non-commercial use only. You may create items for yourself, gifts, or charity.

5. PROHIBITED USES

You may NOT:

Copy, reproduce, scan, distribute, sell, or share our designs, patterns, or digital content.

Use our designs, patterns, or photos to create items for commercial sale (online, craft fairs, etc.).

Mass-produce dolls based on our designs/patterns.

Modify our designs/patterns and claim them as your own original work.

Use our brand name, logos, or product imagery on your website, social media, or marketing without express written permission.

Reverse-engineer or create patterns/tutorials from our finished dolls.

6. DESIGN INSPIRATION VS. INFRINGEMENT

While we celebrate creativity in the crochet community, creating and selling dolls that are substantially similar to our original characters, designs, or unique aesthetic elements constitutes infringement.

7. THIRD-PARTY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

We respect the IP rights of others. If you believe content on our site infringes your rights, please contact us immediately (see Section 9).

8. REPORTING INFRINGEMENT

If you suspect infringement of  thecozyhook.com's intellectual property rights (e.g., unauthorized sales of copies of our dolls/patterns, misuse of our images/trademarks), please contact us promptly at:

Email:  service@thecozyhook.com

9. ENFORCEMENT

thecozyhook.com will vigorously enforce its intellectual property rights to the fullest extent of the law, including pursuing civil remedies and cooperating with law enforcement where applicable.

10. DISCLAIMER

This notice describes our IP rights as we understand them. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal concerns, consult a qualified intellectual property attorney.