Heleq Engineering Services (“Heleq”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to complying with applicable copyright laws in all jurisdictions in which our website may be accessed, including but not limited to the United States, the European Union, and other international territories. This policy outlines our approach to the use of images and other copyrighted materials and the procedure for submitting claims.

Lawful Acquisition and Good-Faith Use

All visual content displayed on this website is used in good faith. At the time of publication, such content is believed to be used lawfully based on one or more of the following:

• Valid licences obtained from stock agencies or content providers
• Materials labeled for free commercial use or public use
• Content supplied by third parties who represented that they had the necessary rights
• Original works created internally
• Materials used under applicable legal exceptions where permitted

Heleq does not knowingly publish copyrighted material without authorization.

Changes in Licensing Status

Licensing terms, ownership rights, and distribution permissions for digital images may change over time. Content that was lawfully obtained or believed to be lawful at the time of use may later become subject to new claims, transfers of ownership, or revised licensing conditions. Any unauthorized use that may occur as a result of such changes is unintentional.

International Compliance Commitment

Heleq endeavors to comply with applicable copyright laws and international conventions, including but not limited to:

• The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
• United States copyright law, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
• European Union copyright directives
• Applicable national copyright laws in jurisdictions where claims may arise

Notice-and-Action Procedure (DMCA-Style)

If you believe that material on this website infringes your copyright or intellectual property rights, you are requested to submit a formal notice containing:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• The exact URL(s) of the material in question
• Proof of ownership or authority to act on behalf of the rights holder
• Your contact information (name, address, email, phone)
• A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement, under penalty of perjury where applicable, that the information provided is accurate

Incomplete notices may delay processing.

Good-Faith Resolution Policy

Upon receipt of a valid notice, Heleq will promptly:

• Investigate the claim
• Temporarily disable or remove the disputed material where appropriate
• Seek clarification or proof of rights if necessary
• Engage in good-faith communication to resolve the matter
• Consider licensing, attribution, or permanent removal as appropriate

Our objective is to resolve disputes amicably without unnecessary escalation.

No Admission of Liability

Removal of content or engagement in discussions regarding a claim does not constitute:

• An admission of infringement
• Acceptance of liability
• Agreement to pay damages or fees
• A waiver of any legal rights or defenses
• All rights and defenses are expressly reserved

Third-Party Content

Some materials on this website may originate from third parties. While we make reasonable efforts to verify usage rights, Heleq cannot guarantee the licensing status of content supplied by external contributors. If such content is found to infringe rights, it will be addressed promptly upon notification.

Misrepresentation and Bad-Faith Claims

Submitting false, misleading, or bad-faith infringement claims may expose the claimant to legal liability under applicable laws. Heleq reserves the right to request additional documentation and to challenge claims that appear unfounded or abusive.

Jurisdiction and Applicable Law

Nothing in this policy shall be interpreted as consent to the jurisdiction of any particular court or legal system. Any disputes shall be handled in accordance with applicable law and established legal procedures.

Contact for Intellectual Property Concerns

All copyright-related communications should be directed to:
📧 Email: info@heleq.com
Please include “Copyright Notice” in the subject line.

Immediate Mitigation Policy

Where appropriate, disputed material may be temporarily removed while the claim is reviewed. Final action will be determined after verification of rights and applicable legal considerations.

Reservation of Rights

Heleq reserves all legal rights, defenses, and remedies available under applicable law.

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