At Cleverank, we are committed to providing a platform that empowers learners, educators, and researchers with access to the latest global research while respecting intellectual property rights. We make every effort to ensure compliance with copyright laws and prioritize the use of materials that are legally available for sharing, distribution, and modification. However, as a startup with limited resources, our ability to monitor and enforce copyright policies is dependent on the tools and systems available to us. We are continuously working to improve and develop more advanced systems to support this effort.
1. Content Sourcing
Cleverank primarily uploads and shares content that falls within the following categories:
- Creative Commons (CC) Licensed Content: We prioritize sourcing research papers, journals, and articles that are freely available under Creative Commons licenses. These licenses allow for legal distribution, modification, and sharing, with certain conditions specified by the original author or publisher.
- Public Domain Content: In addition to Creative Commons, we also make available content that is in the public domain and free for use without any copyright restrictions.
We understand the importance of respecting intellectual property rights, and while we make every effort to avoid violating copyright laws, our ability to screen every piece of content is limited due to our size and resources. We plan to implement more robust systems and tools to better address these concerns over time.
2. Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe that copyrighted material has been inadvertently uploaded to our platform, we kindly request that you notify us immediately. To facilitate the removal process, please send an email to support@cleverank.orgwith the following information:
- Title of the Research Paper or Content
- Author(s) Name
- Link to the Content (if available)
- Reason for the Removal Request
Once we receive your request, our team will promptly review it and take the necessary action, which may include removing or replacing the material in question.
3. Personal Libraries
Cleverank allows students, faculty members, and researchers to build their own personal libraries by curating research papers, articles, and other resources. These personal libraries are private and managed by the individual user. Cleverank does not have any control or oversight over the content added to personal libraries by users, and therefore, we are not liable for any potential copyright infringement associated with these private collections.
It is the responsibility of each user to ensure that the materials they add to their personal libraries are in compliance with copyright laws. Cleverank cannot be held accountable for content that is uploaded or shared by users in their personal libraries, as we do not own, host, or control these materials.
4. Usage of Content
Users of Cleverank are allowed to access, read, and share research materials for personal and educational purposes, provided they comply with the licensing terms set by the content’s authors or publishers. It is strictly prohibited to:
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Reproduce, distribute, or sell any copyrighted content from Cleverank without proper authorization.
- Use Cleverank's platform to host or share content that violates copyright laws.
- Download content from Cleverank for redistribution or commercial use unless the content is explicitly licensed for such purposes.
5. Copyright Disclaimer
Cleverank is committed to complying with applicable copyright laws and will take reasonable steps to ensure that all materials shared on our platform are legally available. However, due to the nature of the platform and the volume of content uploaded, we cannot guarantee that every research paper or article is free from copyright restrictions. We encourage users to be mindful of copyright laws and to contact us immediately if they encounter any content that may violate these laws.
6. Ongoing Improvements
As a growing startup, we recognize the importance of building robust systems to better manage copyright compliance and enhance the user experience. We are continuously working on improving our platform's ability to monitor and manage content, and we plan to implement more advanced features in the future to ensure that copyright violations are minimized.
7. Legal Disclaimer
This copyright policy is intended to ensure that all users of the Cleverank platform understand their rights and responsibilities in relation to the content available on the platform. By using Cleverank, users agree to comply with all applicable copyright laws and policies. Cleverank reserves the right to update or modify this policy as necessary and will provide users with notice of any significant changes.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our copyright policy, please don’t hesitate to contact us at support@cleverank.org. We are committed to maintaining a platform that respects intellectual property and encourages responsible use of research content.
