Copyright Policy
Effective Date: July 15, 2026
SorsogonFinder.ph respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to protecting its own original content.
This Copyright Policy explains the ownership of content published on our website, the responsibilities of users and contributors, and the process for reporting alleged copyright infringement.
By accessing or using SorsogonFinder.ph, you agree to comply with this Copyright Policy.
1. Ownership of Original Content
Unless otherwise stated, the original content published on SorsogonFinder.ph is owned by SorsogonFinder.ph and is protected under applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Original articles
- Blog posts
- Municipality guides
- Travel guides
- News content created by our editorial team
- Website copy
- Original graphics
- AI-generated images created for SorsogonFinder.ph
- Original illustrations
- Website layout and design
- Icons and visual assets
- Branding elements
No part of this content may be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, or commercially used without prior written permission, except as permitted by applicable law.
2. Third-Party Content
Certain materials displayed on SorsogonFinder.ph may belong to third parties.
Examples include:
- Business names
- Business logos
- Registered trademarks
- Service marks
- Company photographs submitted by owners
- Official government logos
- Embedded social media content
- Maps provided by third-party services
Ownership remains with the respective copyright or trademark owners.
Their appearance on this website does not transfer ownership to SorsogonFinder.ph.
3. Business Listing Content
Business owners and authorized representatives remain responsible for ensuring they have the legal right to submit any content published on their listings.
This includes:
- Logos
- Business photos
- Promotional images
- Written descriptions
- Videos
- Marketing materials
By submitting content, you confirm that you own the content or have permission to authorize its publication.
4. Business Listing Submissions
Business owners and authorized representatives who submit information to SorsogonFinder.ph retain ownership of the content they provide, including business logos, photographs, descriptions, and other materials.
By submitting content, you grant SorsogonFinder.ph a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, store, and publish the submitted materials solely for the purpose of operating, maintaining, promoting, and improving the SorsogonFinder.ph platform.
This permission remains in effect only for as long as the content is published on the platform or as otherwise required for operational, legal, or archival purposes.
You represent and warrant that you own the submitted content or have obtained all necessary rights and permissions to authorize its use on SorsogonFinder.ph.
5. AI-Generated Images
Some images published on SorsogonFinder.ph are created using artificial intelligence tools as part of our editorial and creative workflow.
These images are reviewed, edited, and published as original creative assets for the website unless otherwise stated.
Commercial reuse, redistribution, or republication of these images without permission is prohibited.
6. Government Information
SorsogonFinder.ph may publish summaries, references, or news based on official information released by government agencies.
Where appropriate, the original source is acknowledged.
Official government publications remain the property of their respective agencies.
Readers should consult the issuing agency for official documents and announcements.
7. Fair Use
Limited quotations or excerpts from publicly available materials may be used for purposes such as:
- News reporting
- Commentary
- Education
- Public information
- Research
Such use is intended to comply with applicable copyright laws and recognized principles of fair use or similar legal exceptions.
8. Reporting Copyright Concerns
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used improperly on SorsogonFinder.ph, please provide:
- Your full name
- Contact information
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- URL of the material in question
- Description of the concern
- Supporting information demonstrating your ownership or authorization
We may request additional documentation before taking action.
9. Review and Removal
Upon receiving a copyright complaint, we may:
- Review the reported material.
- Contact the submitting party.
- Request supporting documentation.
- Temporarily restrict access to the material.
- Remove or modify content where appropriate.
Each request is reviewed individually based on the available information and applicable laws.
10. Repeat Violations
Users or contributors who repeatedly submit material that infringes the intellectual property rights of others may have their accounts, submissions, or future participation restricted or terminated.
11. Changes to This Policy
This Copyright Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal requirements.
Updated versions will be published on this page together with the revised version number and effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Copyright Policy or wish to report a copyright concern, please contact us through our official Contact Us page.
We are committed to respecting intellectual property rights while promoting responsible publishing and supporting the communities of the Province of Sorsogon.