Copyright Policy

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Universe Grandeur Pageant ("Universe Grandeur," "we," "us," or "our") respects intellectual property rights and is committed to protecting the copyrights of our organization, partners, affiliates, contributors, and third parties. This Copyright Policy outlines ownership, permitted use, restrictions, and procedures related to copyrighted materials on our website and event platforms.

This policy applies to all users, visitors, contestants, delegates, vendors, partners, sponsors, media representatives, and attendees who access or interact with https://universegrandeur.org/ or any Universe Grandeur Pageant events, digital platforms, or materials.

1. Organization Information

Organization Name: Universe Grandeur Pageant
Website: https://universegrandeur.org/
Copyright Contact Email: CopyrightPolicy@universegrandeur.org
Mailing Address:
1177 Annapolis Rd, Unit 91
Odenton, MD 21113
United States

2. Ownership of Content

Unless otherwise stated, all content made available through Universe Grandeur Pageant, including but not limited to:

Website text, graphics, layouts, and design
Logos, trademarks, service marks, and branding elements
Photographs, videos, audio recordings, and live streams
Event programs, promotional materials, digital downloads
Casting forms, applications, policies, and documents

are the exclusive property of Universe Grandeur Pageant or its authorized licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

3. Limited License & Permitted Use

Universe Grandeur Pageant grants users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and view website content for personal, non-commercial use only.

No content may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, distributed, modified, sold, licensed, or exploited for commercial or public purposes without prior written consent from Universe Grandeur Pageant.

4. Prohibited Uses

Users may not:

Reproduce or distribute copyrighted materials without authorization
Use Universe Grandeur Pageant branding, logos, or media for commercial purposes
Create derivative works based on protected content
Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
Record, rebroadcast, or livestream events without written approval

Unauthorized use may result in legal action.

5. User Submissions & Content License

By submitting any content to Universe Grandeur Pageant—including applications, photographs, videos, performances, testimonials, or media—you represent that you own or have rights to the submitted content.

You grant Universe Grandeur Pageant a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, display, and create derivative works from such content for promotional, marketing, advertising, educational, archival, and commercial purposes in all media formats.

6. Event Photography, Recording & Broadcast Rights

All Universe Grandeur Pageant events may be photographed, filmed, recorded, or broadcast. By attending or participating, you consent to the use of your image, likeness, voice, and performance in any media without compensation.

Unauthorized recording or reproduction of event content is strictly prohibited.

7. Copyright Infringement & DMCA Notice

If you believe that copyrighted material has been used in a manner that constitutes infringement, you may submit a written notice including:

Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
Description of the allegedly infringing material and its location
Your contact information
A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorized
A statement under penalty of perjury that the information provided is accurate
Your physical or electronic signature

Notices should be sent to:

Email: CopyrightPolicy@universegrandeur.org
Mailing Address:
Universe Grandeur Pageant
1177 Annapolis Rd, Unit 91
Odenton, MD 21113
United States

8. Enforcement & Remedies

Universe Grandeur Pageant reserves the right to remove or restrict access to content, terminate user access, deny participation, and pursue legal remedies for copyright violations without prior notice.

9. Third-Party Content

Certain materials may be owned by third parties and used with permission. All such content remains the property of its respective owners and may not be reused without authorization from the rights holder.

10. Limitation of Liability

Universe Grandeur Pageant shall not be liable for unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of copyrighted materials by third parties beyond its reasonable control.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Copyright Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Governing Law

This Copyright Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Contact Information

For copyright-related questions, permissions, or infringement notices, please contact: