Last Updated: 6/30/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to the copyright policy for the Greenscape Landscape website (the “Site”). This policy is designed to inform all visitors, users, and other interested parties (“you”) about the rules regarding the ownership, use, and distribution of content provided on the Site. Greenscape Landscape (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting intellectual property rights and maintaining a respectful online environment. By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you acknowledge and agree to this Copyright Policy.

This policy covers all original materials posted on the Site, including but not limited to, text, images, graphics, video, audio, software, and design elements (“Content”). Any other intellectual property rights not expressly granted herein remain the exclusive property of the respective owner.

2. Copyright Ownership

a. Greenscape Landscape Original Content

  • Proprietary Materials: All original content created by Greenscape Landscape or its agents and published on the Site is the exclusive property of Greenscape Landscape, unless otherwise stated. This includes written text, photographs, illustrations, graphics, logos, videos, audios, and any other creative works.
  • Trademarks and Logos: The trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the Site, including the “Greenscape Landscape” trademark, are protected by United States and international intellectual property laws. Their use is subject to the permissions granted in this policy.

b. Third-Party Content

  • Third-Party Rights: The Site may include content provided by third parties where Greenscape Landscape has secured the necessary rights or licenses for display. Such content remains the property of its respective owners and is used in accordance with any applicable agreements. Unauthorized use of third-party content may violate intellectual property laws and is strictly prohibited.
  • Attribution: Where third-party materials are used, appropriate credits and attributions may be provided. However, absence of visible attribution does not imply waiver of the third party’s rights.

3. Copyright Notice

All content on this Site is protected by copyright law. You may view, print, and download material from this Site solely for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to the terms and restrictions set forth below. Any use of content beyond the scope of personal, non-commercial use requires the express prior written permission of Greenscape Landscape or the applicable copyright holder.

a. Reproduction and Distribution

  • Permitted Uses: You are allowed to display, distribute, and reproduce a limited portion of the content for non-commercial and personal uses, provided that you do not modify or remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices contained in the content.
  • Prohibited Uses: You are expressly prohibited from:
    • Reproducing, distributing, displaying, or performing any part of the copyrighted content without obtaining prior written permission.
    • Using any content for commercial purposes without our express consent.
    • Creating derivative works based on any copyrighted material on the Site without a written agreement with Greenscape Landscape or the third-party rights holder.

4. License to Use Content

Subject to the terms of this Copyright Policy, Greenscape Landscape grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited license to access and use the Site for personal and non-commercial purposes. This license does not allow you to:

  • Copy or Modify: Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the Site’s content without explicit permission.
  • Transfer or Sell: Distribute, sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or otherwise transfer any part of the content or access rights to third parties.
  • Reverse Engineer: Attempt to extract the source code or underlying structure of any software or other underlying materials used on the Site.

Any breach of these terms may result in immediate termination of your license and may subject you to legal action.

5. User-Generated Content and Copyright

a. Submission of Content

  • Grant of License: If you submit any content to the Site (e.g., comments, feedback, or user-generated media), you represent and warrant that you are the owner of the content or have obtained all necessary rights to provide it. By submitting such content, you grant Greenscape Landscape a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, modify, reproduce, distribute, and display the content in connection with operating and promoting the Site.
  • User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the content you provide, ensuring that it does not infringe upon any copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights of any third party.

b. Removal of User-Generated Content

We reserve the right, but do not assume any obligation, to remove or disable access to any user-submitted content that we believe, in our sole discretion, may infringe on intellectual property rights or violate this Copyright Policy or any other applicable terms of use.

6. Copyright Infringement and DMCA Policy

Greenscape Landscape respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable copyright laws, we have implemented procedures for addressing claims of copyright infringement.

a. Notification of Infringement

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement on the Site, please provide a written notification to our designated Copyright Agent. Your notice must include the following:

  • Your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  • A detailed description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.
  • The URL or location on the Site where the allegedly infringing material is located.
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notification is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
  • Your physical or electronic signature.

b. Copyright Agent Contact Information

Please send all DMCA notices and other correspondence concerning copyright infringement to the following contact:

c. Counter-Notification

If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification to our Copyright Agent. Your counter-notification should include:

  • Your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  • A description of the material that was removed or disabled and the location where it appeared before removal.
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification of the material in question.
  • Your physical or electronic signature.
  • A consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your location, as required under the DMCA.

Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we may restore the removed material unless the copyright owner files an action seeking a court order to prevent its restoration.

7. Repeat Infringers

In accordance with the DMCA and applicable legal guidelines, Greenscape Landscape reserves the right to terminate the accounts of users who are deemed to be repeat infringers. If we receive multiple substantiated claims of infringement from the same user or entity, we may, in our sole discretion, restrict access to the Site or terminate your account without further notice.

8. Limitation of Liability

Greenscape Landscape makes every effort to ensure that the content provided on the Site is accurate and that copyright information is respected. However, we make no guarantees or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content or the copyright practices implemented by third parties. In no event shall Greenscape Landscape, its affiliates, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use of the Site or the reliance on any content provided herein.

9. Policy Amendments

We reserve the right to update, modify, or revise this Copyright Policy at any time, at our sole discretion. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any modifications. Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

10. Reporting and Contact Information

a. Reporting Copyright Violations

If you have any questions about this Copyright Policy, if you need further clarification regarding copyright matters, or if you wish to report a potential violation, please contact us immediately.

b. Additional Contact

For any other concerns or general inquiries related to the Site’s copyright practices, please use the contact information provided on our “Contact Us” page. We are committed to addressing any issues brought to our attention and ensuring that the Site maintains high standards of intellectual property compliance.

11. Third-Party Content and External Intellectual Property

Please be aware that the Site may feature content or links to third-party websites. While we encourage the responsible use of all content, the inclusion of third-party materials does not constitute an endorsement of the content or practices of external websites. Users are responsible for verifying that their use of third-party content complies with the respective owners’ terms and copyright policies.

12. International Considerations

The copyright rules set forth in this policy are intended to cover content in general on the Site for users worldwide. However, applicable copyright laws may differ based on your country or region. Users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the copyright laws that apply in their respective jurisdictions to ensure that any use of the Site’s content complies with local legal requirements.

13. Acknowledgment and Agreement

By accessing or using the Greenscape Landscape website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Copyright Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, you must cease using the Site immediately. Your continued access and usage of the Site signify your acceptance of all terms and conditions as described above.