Yandaz Ghana - Ultimate Intellectual Property & Copyright Policy

Intellectual Property Policy

Enterprise Compliance Framework | Republic of Ghana | Issued March 2026

Yandaz Ghana Limited ("Yandaz," "the Administrator," "we," "us," or "our") operates as a high-integrity intermediary. We acknowledge our duty to protect the creative, industrial, and commercial rights of individuals and corporations. This Policy defines our exhaustive protocols for the identification, reporting, and removal of Copyright, Trademark, Patent, and Design infringements. Use of yandaz.com signifies your agreement to these rigorous protection standards.

1. Statutory Foundations of Protection

Yandaz aligns its internal enforcement mechanisms with the established legal framework of the Republic of Ghana, specifically the Copyright Act, 2005 (Act 690), the Trademarks Act, 2004 (Act 664), and the Patents Act, 2003 (Act 657). Beyond local legislation, Yandaz adopts international compliance standards aligned with WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) guidelines. We actively cooperate with brand owners to purge our marketplace of counterfeit, pirated, or unauthorized property.

2. Formal Notification of Infringement (Rights Holders)

If you are a rights holder or a legally authorized representative, and you identify content on Yandaz that violates your proprietary rights, you must file a formal **Notice of Infringement**. For your claim to be processed by our legal desk, it must be submitted in English and satisfy the following technical requirements:

📝 Copyright Takedown (DMCA Style)

For the unauthorized use of images, text, videos, or software:

Evidence of Work: A direct link to your original, protected content.
Exact Location: The specific Yandaz Ad URL or Ad ID.
Verification: A physical or digital signature of the owner or authorized agent.
Statement of Belief: A declaration that use of the material is not authorized by the owner or the law.
Perjury Clause: A statement under penalty of perjury that the notification is accurate.

🏷️ Trademark & Brand Protection

For unauthorized use of logos, brand names, or slogans:

Registry Verification: A copy of your Trademark Registration Certificate from the Registrar General’s Department of Ghana or international equivalent.
Class Specifics: Identification of the specific classes of goods/services registered.
Infringement Context: Detailed explanation of how the listing creates consumer confusion or dilutes brand value.

3. Advanced Remedies and Platform Enforcement

Upon receipt of a bona fide and legally complete Notification of Infringement, Yandaz will initiate the following enforcement actions:

Expedited Removal: Disabling public access to the infringing material, typically within 24 to 72 hours of verification.
Seller Accountability: Notifying the user responsible for the upload and providing them with the context of the claim (excluding sensitive reporter data).
Termination for Recidivism: Any user associated with multiple verified takedown requests (Repeat Offender) will face an irrevocable permanent ban.
Asset Forfeiture: Forfeiture of all paid "Boost" or "Top Ad" fees associated with infringing listings, without the right to a refund.

4. The Counter-Notice Infrastructure

To prevent "Takedown Abuse," Yandaz provides a robust Counter-Notice mechanism. If you believe your listing was removed due to a mistake or misidentification (e.g., you have a valid license or it is "Fair Use"), you may submit a Counter-Notice. This must include your contact info, identification of the material removed, a statement under penalty of perjury of your belief, and your consent to the jurisdiction of the Ghanaian courts should the rights holder choose to litigate.

5. Patent and Industrial Design Claims

Yandaz recognizes that complex IP disputes regarding Patents and Industrial Designs may require judicial determination. In such cases, Yandaz will remove content upon receipt of a court order or an official injunction from a Ghanaian court of competent jurisdiction. We encourage rights holders to engage in direct negotiation with sellers while keeping Yandaz informed of the legal progress.

6. Liability and False Claims

LEGAL WARNING: Any individual or organization that knowingly misrepresents that a product or activity is infringing may be held liable for damages, including legal fees and costs incurred by Yandaz or the affected user. We take "bad faith" takedown requests seriously and will ban entities that abuse our IP reporting system.

Intellectual Property & Legal Desk

For all brand protection inquiries, official takedown notices, or legal service documents, please contact our Accra-based legal department:

Official Legal Email: legal@yandaz.com

Community Support: support@yandaz.com

Ghana Direct Line: +233 24 915 1503

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