The various elements that constitute the Website, including but not limited to graphics, logos, names, designs, page headers, button icons, scripts, and the Website names, are unequivocally recognized as our trademarks, trade names, and/or trade dress. The aesthetic aspects encompassing the “look” and “feel” of the Website, which encompass color combinations, button shapes, layout, design, and all other graphical elements, are safeguarded under U.S. copyright and trademark laws. Additionally, all product names, Website names, trademarks, and Website marks (collectively referred to as “Marks”) are either our property or the property of their respective owners, as explicitly indicated. Any utilization of the Marks or copyrights beyond the scope permitted by these Terms of Use is strictly prohibited.
It is duly acknowledged that the software employed to facilitate the Website, along with any enhancements, updates, upgrades, corrections, and modifications to the software, including all associated copyrights, patents, trade secrets, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights germane to any facet of the software, remains and shall continue to be the sole and exclusive property of us and/or our licensors, as applicable. These Terms of Use explicitly do not transfer or confer title or ownership of any intellectual property rights to you. Instead, they grant you limited rights strictly in accordance with the parameters delineated within these Terms of Use.
The trademarks, trade names, and trade dress utilized on the Website, including graphics, logos, and the distinctive arrangement of graphical elements, function as identifiers of origin, distinguishing the Website’s offerings and services. These identifiers are essential components of our brand and are safeguarded under trademark law to prevent unauthorized use that may lead to confusion in the marketplace.
Furthermore, the “look” and “feel” of the Website, encompassing its visual and design elements, are safeguarded by U.S. copyright law. This protection extends to the overall impression and arrangement of these elements, reinforcing our exclusive rights to the creative expression manifested in the Website’s design.
The software constituting the backbone of the Website is integral to its functionality and user experience. As such, the intellectual property rights associated with the software, including copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and trademarks, are explicitly acknowledged as the exclusive property of us and/or our licensors.
These rights encompass not only the original software but also any subsequent enhancements, updates, upgrades, corrections, or modifications made to improve its performance and features. The associated documentation for the software is also covered by these intellectual property rights, reinforcing our control over the entire technological infrastructure supporting the Website.
While these Terms of Use grant you the right to access and use the Website, it is imperative to clarify that they do not transfer or assign any title, ownership, or intellectual property rights to you. The rights conferred upon you are limited to the extent explicitly outlined in these Terms of Use and are solely for the purpose of utilizing the Website in accordance with its intended functionality.
In essence, these terms serve to delineate the boundaries of permissible use, emphasizing that your access to and use of the Website do not constitute an acquisition of any proprietary rights or interests. The exclusivity and ownership of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, trade dress, copyrights, and software, remain firmly vested in us and our licensors.