Copyright & DMCA Notice

Intellectual property rights and copyright information

COPYRIGHT & DMCA NOTICE

MONARCH DEFENDER LLC

Effective Date: 11/15/2025 Last Updated: 11/15/2025

1. COPYRIGHT OWNERSHIP

1.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content on the Monarch Defender website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, and design elements, is the intellectual property of Monarch Defender LLC and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

1.2 Protected Materials

The following materials are specifically protected by copyright:

Website content: All written content, descriptions, and documentation
Project photography: Images of our custom vehicle builds and modifications
Design elements: Logos, graphics, website layout, and visual design
Videos: Project showcases, process documentation, and promotional content
Software: Website code, custom applications, and digital tools

1.3 Trademarks

The following are trademarks of Monarch Defender LLC:

"Monarch Defender" name and logos
Company slogans and taglines
Product and service names
Distinctive design elements

2. PERMITTED USES

2.1 Personal Use

You may view, download, and print content from our website for personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you:

Do not modify the content in any way
Include all copyright and proprietary notices
Do not redistribute or republish the content
Use the content only for informational purposes

2.2 Fair Use

Limited use of our copyrighted materials may be permitted under the doctrine of fair use for purposes such as:

Commentary or criticism
News reporting
Educational purposes
Research activities

However, commercial use or substantial reproduction requires explicit written permission.

2.3 Social Media Sharing

You may share our content on social media platforms provided that you:

Include proper attribution to Monarch Defender LLC
Link back to the original source on our website
Do not modify or crop out our copyright notices
Do not use our content for commercial purposes

3. PROHIBITED USES

3.1 Commercial Use

Without written permission, you may not:

Use our content for commercial purposes
Sell, license, or distribute our materials
Create derivative works based on our content
Use our trademarks in connection with your business

3.2 Infringement Activities

The following activities constitute copyright infringement:

Copying substantial portions of our website content
Using our images or videos without permission
Reproducing our designs or layouts
Distributing our materials through any medium

4. DMCA COMPLIANCE

4.1 Digital Millennium Copyright Act

Monarch Defender LLC complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and responds to valid takedown notices. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same.

4.2 Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied and is accessible on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our DMCA agent with the following information:

Required Information:

A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and its location on our website
Your contact information (address, telephone number, and email address)
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

4.3 DMCA Agent Contact Information

Please send DMCA takedown notices to our designated agent:

DMCA Agent: Legal Department

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (847) 961-2392

Mail: Monarch Defender LLC, DMCA Agent, 253 Commerce Drive Grayslake, IL 60030

4.4 Counter-Notification Process

If you believe that material you posted was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with our DMCA agent. The counter-notification must include:

Your physical or electronic signature
Identification of the material that was removed and its location
A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed by mistake
Your name, address, telephone number, and consent to jurisdiction
A statement that you consent to service of process

5. CUSTOM VEHICLE PROJECTS

5.1 Project Documentation Rights

When you engage our services for a custom vehicle project:

Photography rights: We retain the right to photograph and document your project for our portfolio
Marketing use: We may use project images and information for marketing purposes unless you specifically opt out
Design ownership: Original design concepts remain our intellectual property
Client consent: We will obtain written consent before using your project in marketing materials

5.2 Client-Provided Materials

If you provide materials, designs, or concepts for your project:

You warrant that you have the right to use such materials
You grant us a license to use them in connection with your project
You remain responsible for any third-party intellectual property claims
We will not use client-provided materials for other projects without permission

6. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT

6.1 Licensed Materials

Our website may include content licensed from third parties, including:

Stock photography and images
Video content and footage
Software components and tools
Design elements and templates

Such content is used under appropriate licenses and remains the property of its respective owners.

6.2 User-Generated Content

If you submit content to our website (such as testimonials or project photos):

You retain ownership of your content
You grant us a license to use, display, and distribute your content
You warrant that your content does not infringe third-party rights
We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion

7. ENFORCEMENT

7.1 Monitoring and Protection

We actively monitor for unauthorized use of our intellectual property and will take appropriate action against infringers, including:

Sending cease and desist notices
Filing DMCA takedown requests
Pursuing legal action when necessary
Seeking damages and injunctive relief

7.2 Cooperation with Law Enforcement

We cooperate with law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting intellectual property crimes.

8. INTERNATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

8.3 Global Copyright Protection

Our intellectual property is protected under:

United States copyright law
International copyright treaties
Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) treaties

8.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes regarding intellectual property rights will be governed by the laws of Illinois, United States, and federal copyright law.

9. LICENSING INQUIRIES

9.1 Permission Requests

For permission to use our copyrighted materials, please contact us with:

Specific description of the content you wish to use
Intended use and distribution details
Duration and scope of use
Contact information and company details

9.2 Commercial Licensing

We may consider licensing our content for commercial use on a case-by-case basis. Please contact our legal department for licensing inquiries.

10. CONTACT INFORMATION

For all copyright, trademark, and intellectual property matters:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (847) 961-2392

Mail: Monarch Defender LLC, Legal Department, 253 Commerce Drive Grayslake, IL 60030

For general questions about content usage, you may also contact our main office at [email protected].

11. UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE

We may update this Copyright and DMCA Notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any changes.