Copyright and DMCA Policy

Future Topper respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This Copyright and DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) Policy outlines our procedures for addressing claims of copyright infringement, our intellectual property rights, and our respect for third-party content.

1. Our Intellectual Property Rights

1.1 Ownership of Original Content

Future Topper owns the copyright to all original content we create, including but not limited to:

Original study notes and explanations written by our team
Practice questions and sample papers created by Future Topper
Blog articles, guides, and educational content
Website design, graphics, and user interface elements
Software code and technical infrastructure
Compilations, arrangements, and organization of educational materials

This original content is protected by Indian and international copyright laws.

1.2 Third-Party Content

Important: Future Topper also hosts educational materials from official sources such as CBSE, ICSE, state boards, and NTA. We do NOT claim ownership of these materials. They remain the intellectual property of their respective organizations. We provide these materials under educational fair dealing provisions (Section 52 of Indian Copyright Act, 1957) or by linking to official sources. See our Sources & Attribution page for complete details.

1.3 Trademarks

The Future Topper name, logo, and all related marks, designs, and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of Future Topper. These trademarks may not be used without our prior written permission. References to CBSE, ICSE, NTA, and other educational boards are used solely for informational purposes and do not imply endorsement or affiliation.

2. User Rights and Restrictions

2.1 Permitted Use

Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

View and download materials for personal, non-commercial educational use
Print materials for personal study purposes
Share direct links to our website with attribution

2.2 Prohibited Use

Without our express written permission, users may NOT:

Reproduce, republish, or redistribute our original content on other websites, platforms, or applications
Sell, license, or commercially exploit any materials from this website
Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
Remove copyright notices, watermarks, source attributions, or other proprietary notices
Use automated tools or bots to scrape or mass-download content
Claim authorship or ownership of any materials from this website

Note: These restrictions apply to all content on our platform, including both our original materials and third-party content we host. For official board materials (CBSE, ICSE, etc.), we recommend accessing them directly from the official board websites for the most current versions.

3. Copyright Infringement Notice

If you believe that content on Future Topper infringes your copyright, please provide us with a written notice containing the following information as required under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957 and international copyright standards:

Identification of the copyrighted work: A detailed description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed, or if multiple works are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works.
Location of infringing material: The specific URL(s) or location(s) on our website where the allegedly infringing material appears. Please provide enough detail for us to locate the material.
Your contact information: Your full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
Good faith statement: A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
Accuracy statement: A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Physical or electronic signature: Your physical signature or electronic signature.

Where to Send Copyright Notices:

Future Topper

Email: contactfuturetopper@gmail.com

4. Counter-Notification

If you believe that content you posted on Future Topper or that we used was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may send us a counter-notification containing the following information:

Your contact information: Your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
Identification of material: Identification of the material that was removed or disabled and the location where it appeared before removal.
Good faith statement: A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
Consent to jurisdiction: A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the courts in [Your City/State], India.
Physical or electronic signature: Your physical or electronic signature.

Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we will forward it to the party who submitted the original copyright claim. If that party does not file a legal action seeking a court order against you within 10-14 business days, we may restore the removed content.

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with copyright law and at our discretion, we will terminate access to our website for users who are repeat infringers of intellectual property rights. We maintain a policy of removing content from users who repeatedly violate copyright laws and may ban such users from accessing our services.

6. Fair Use and Educational Exception

Future Topper operates as a free, non-commercial educational platform. Some content may be used under the principles of fair use or fair dealing for educational purposes as provided under Section 52 of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, which permits:

Use of works for private or personal use, including research
Use in the course of instruction
Reproduction of literary or artistic work by a teacher or pupil in the course of instruction

However, we respect copyright holders' rights and will promptly investigate and respond to any valid infringement claims.

7. Attribution and Sources

We make every effort to provide proper attribution for all content:

Original Content: Clearly marked as created by Future Topper
Official Board Materials: Attributed to source (e.g., 'Source: CBSE,' 'Source: ICSE')
Third-Party Content: Credited with author names, publications, and links where applicable

For complete attribution information, please see our dedicated Sources & Attribution page. If you believe we have failed to properly attribute your work or have questions about our use of specific content, please contact us at copyright@futuretopper.in.

8. User-Generated Content

If our platform allows user submissions (such as comments, feedback, or suggestions), by submitting content, you represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to the content and grant Future Topper a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display such content. You also warrant that your submission does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights.

9. Response to Notices

Upon receiving a valid copyright infringement notice, we will:

Acknowledge receipt of the notice within 5 business days
Investigate the claim promptly
Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material if the claim is valid
Notify the affected party of the removal

10. Misrepresentation

Please note that under applicable law, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing, or that material or activity was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, may be subject to liability. Do not make false claims.

11. No Legal Advice

This policy provides general information about our copyright procedures and should not be construed as legal advice. For specific questions about copyright law or your rights, please consult with a qualified intellectual property attorney.

12. International Copyright

Future Topper complies with Indian copyright laws and respects international copyright treaties and conventions, including the Berne Convention and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). We recognize and respect copyright protections across jurisdictions.

13. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Copyright and DMCA Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For all copyright-related inquiries, infringement notices, counter-notifications, or general questions about intellectual property: