Intellectual Property (IP) Policy

1. Introduction

At SME Innovation Network, we are committed to respecting intellectual property rights and fostering a collaborative and innovative community. This policy sets out how intellectual property (IP) is managed in relation to the content, resources, and materials provided on our platform.

By using our website, resources, or participating in our community, you agree to comply with this policy.

2. Ownership of SME Innovation Network Content

All content created by or for SME Innovation Network—including but not limited to logos, website content, articles, guides, videos, badges, templates, and tools—is the property of the SME Innovation Network (or its partners).

Unless explicitly stated otherwise:

  • You may access and use our content for personal or internal business use only.
  • You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission.

3. Ownership of User-Generated Content

If you submit or share content on our platform (e.g., forum posts, comments, case studies, success stories):

  • You retain ownership of your content.
  • By submitting content, you grant SME Innovation Network a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, and share your content within our community, in marketing materials, and across our platforms to promote the network.

4. Respect for Third-Party IP

We expect all members, partners, and users to:

  • Only share content they have the right to share.
  • Not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party (including copyright, trademarks, design rights, and patents).

If you believe any content on our platform infringes your IP rights, please notify us at contact@smeinnovation.org so we can investigate and take appropriate action.

5. Use of SME Innovation Network Branding

Our name, logo, and other brand assets are protected by trademark laws. You must not use our branding without written consent, except where we have provided assets (e.g., membership badges) specifically for your use.

6. Policy Breach

Breaching this IP Policy may result in:

  • Removal of infringing content.
  • Suspension or termination of your membership or partnership.
  • Legal action where necessary.

7. Changes to This Policy

SME Innovation Network may update this IP Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically to stay informed.

8. Contact

For questions or IP-related concerns, please contact:
contact@smeinnovation.org