KomikoAI Copyright Policy

Last updated Sep 22, 2025

Derivative Works and Copyright Compliance

  1. Respect for Intellectual Property:

    We understand that users may wish to engage in derivative creations (such as fan art, remixes, or other adaptations). However, such works are generally subject to copyright and related intellectual property laws. Users are solely responsible for ensuring the legality of any derivative works they create, upload, or share, and KomikoAI does not grant or provide any license or authorization for such uses.

  1. No Unauthorized Use of Copyrighted Material:

    You agree not to create, upload, or distribute derivative works based on copyrighted anime characters, designs, or artworks unless you have the appropriate rights, licenses, or permissions from the original creators or copyright holders. This includes characters, scenes, or settings from commercial anime properties.

  1. Fair Use Exception:

    While certain uses of copyrighted materials may be considered "fair use" under applicable laws (e.g., in cases of parody or commentary), it is your responsibility to determine whether your work qualifies as fair use. KomikoAI does not provide legal advice regarding fair use, and users assume all responsibility for their use of copyrighted materials. Please note that the scope of fair use is narrow and varies by jurisdiction; you should not assume that derivative or non-commercial use will automatically qualify as fair use.

  1. User-Generated Content and Liability:

    By uploading, sharing, or creating derivative works, you affirm that you have the right to use all content included in your creation, including characters, designs, and other copyrighted elements. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless KomikoAI from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of copyrighted materials.

  1. Content Removal for Infringement:

    If we receive a valid takedown notice or determine that a user's content infringes upon the rights of the original copyright holders, we will promptly remove the infringing content and take appropriate action, which may include suspending or terminating the offending user's account.

  1. Licensing of Original Work:

    If you are creating original works (including characters, designs, etc.) and wish to share or sell them on KomikoAI, you retain the copyright to your creations. However, by using the Service, you grant KomikoAI a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display and distribute your content as part of our platform.

Reporting Claims of Copyright and/or Related Rights Infringement

KomikoAI takes claims of copyright and/or related rights infringement seriously. We will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, or practices. If you believe any materials accessible on or from KomikoAI infringe your copyright and/or related rights, you may request removal of those materials by submitting a written notification, referred to as a “Copyright Notice,” which must include substantially the following:

  1. Your physical or electronic signature, whether simple or reliable.
  1. Identification of the copyrighted works and/or the material subject to protection for related rights that you believe has been infringed, or, if the claim involves multiple works on KomikoAI, a representative list of such works.
  1. Identification of the material you believe to be infringing in a sufficiently precise manner to allow us to locate that material, including the content of the claimed infringement and the specific electronic location data where it appears.
  1. The name of the owner or legal representative and contact information for receiving notifications.
  1. Adequate information by which we can contact you (including your name, postal address, telephone number, and, if available, email address).
  1. A statement that, based on reasonable evidence, you have a good faith belief that the use of the copyrighted material and/or related rights is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law.
  1. A statement that the information in the written notice is accurate.
  1. A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright and/or related rights owner.

Our designated copyright agent to receive Copyright Notices is:

Name: Sophia H

Address: 2261 Market Street, STE 86040, San Francisco, CA 94114

Email: [email protected]

To submit a notification under 17 U.S.C. §512(c)(3), please include: (a) your physical or electronic signature; (b) identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed (or a representative list); (c) identification of the material claimed to be infringing and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material; (d) your contact information; (e) a statement that you have a good-faith belief that use of the material is not authorized; and (f) a statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner.

Counter Notification Procedures

If you believe that material you posted on KomikoAI was removed or access to it was disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter notification with us (a “Counter Notice”):

By Email: [email protected]

A Counter Notice must substantially include the following:

  1. Your physical or electronic signature.
  1. Identification of the material that has been removed or to which access has been disabled, and the location at which the material appeared before it was removed or access was disabled.
  1. Adequate information by which we can contact you (including your name, postal address, telephone number, and, if available, email address).
  1. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification.
  1. Supporting information evidencing ownership or authorization for the specific use of the removed, deleted, or disabled content, or supporting its use under the limitations and exceptions to rights protected by applicable laws, rules, regulations, or practices on intellectual property matters.

If a user’s content is removed, deleted, or disabled due to possible infringing behavior and the user believes KomikoAI’s action was incorrect, they may request reinstatement of the content by submitting a Counter Notice. The Counter Notice must demonstrate ownership or authorization for the specific use of the removed, deleted, or disabled content or support its use under applicable intellectual property laws, rules, regulations, or practices.

If KomikoAI receives a Counter Notice meeting the above requirements, we will inform the person who submitted the original Copyright Notice and reinstate the content subject to the Counter Notice, unless the original notice submitter notifies us that they have filed an action seeking a court order within 10–14 business days from the date KomikoAI reports the Counter Notice to them.

KomikoAI is not obligated to supervise or monitor systems or networks controlled or operated by or on behalf of KomikoAI to actively search for possible infringements of copyrights or related rights protected by law.

Please be aware that if you knowingly misrepresent that material or activity on KomikoAI was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may be held liable for damages (including costs and attorneys’ fees) under applicable laws, rules, regulations, or practices. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts of users who knowingly submit false or abusive copyright notices or counter notices.

Repeat Infringers

KomikoAI reserves the right, in appropriate circumstances, to disable and/or terminate the accounts of users determined to be repeat infringers. A repeat infringer is generally a user who has received three (3) or more valid copyright infringement notices within a twelve (12) month period, subject to our reasonable discretion.

We also reserve the right to take immediate action, including suspension or termination, in cases of serious or egregious copyright violations, fraudulent activities, or where required by law, even if the user does not strictly meet the repeat infringer threshold.

Limitation of Liability

KomikoAI acts as an online service provider under 17 U.S.C. §512 and disclaims liability for user-generated content to the fullest extent permitted by law. KomikoAI shall not be liable for any mistaken removal or failure to remove allegedly infringing content, provided we act in good faith in accordance with this policy. Users agree that KomikoAI is not responsible for resolving copyright disputes, which should be addressed directly between the copyright holder and the alleged infringer. This Copyright Policy is intended to comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. §512) and similar applicable laws in other jurisdictions.