Trademark & Intellectual Property Policy

1. Ownership of Trademarks & Intellectual Property

Dr. Apples® and all associated names, logos, characters, artwork, designs, and creative elements are legally protected intellectual property of Dr. Apples. These assets are safeguarded under U.S. and international trademark and copyright laws.

• Dr. Apples®
• All original characters, names, designs, and story elements associated with Dr. Apples®
• Logos, artwork, and other brand-identifying visuals

These trademarks and intellectual property may not be used, reproduced, or modified without prior written permission.

2. Permitted Use of Trademarks & Content

A. Non-Commercial & Personal Use

You may use Dr. Apples® trademarks and intellectual property for personal, non-commercial purposes, such as:

• Creating fan art, blogs, reviews, or social media discussions (with proper credit).
• Educational or commentary purposes under fair use laws (e.g., discussing Dr. Apples® in articles or videos).

B. Commercial Use - Requires Written Permission

Any use of Dr. Apples® trademarks or content for commercial purposes requires prior written consent. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Selling merchandise featuring Dr. Apples® branding (e.g., shirts, stickers, prints).
• Publishing books, comics, or media inspired by or featuring Dr. Apples®.
• Hosting events, courses, or services using Dr. Apples® branding.

To request permission, contact us at info@DrApples.com with details of your intended use.

3. Prohibited Uses

To protect the integrity of Dr. Apples®, the following uses are strictly prohibited:

• False Affiliation: Claiming to be officially affiliated, endorsed, or sponsored by Dr. Apples®.
• Trademark Alteration: Modifying, distorting, or combining Dr. Apples® trademarks with other branding in a misleading way.
• Unauthorized Resale or Distribution: Reproducing or selling any Dr. Apples® content, images, or materials without authorization.
• Harmful or Misleading Use: Using Dr. Apples® trademarks or characters in defamatory, illegal, hateful, or misleading content.

Violations may result in legal action.

4. Copyright Protection

All written stories, character descriptions, website content, artwork, and media related to Dr. Apples® are copyrighted works. These materials may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without explicit permission.

For licensing opportunities, contact info@DrApples.com.

5. Reporting Trademark or Copyright Violations

If you find unauthorized use of Dr. Apples® trademarks or content, report it to info@DrApples.com with:

• A description of the violation.
• The website, platform, or entity using the trademarks.
• Screenshots or links as evidence.

We take intellectual property protection seriously and will address violations accordingly.

6. Updates to This Policy

Dr. Apples® reserves the right to update this policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of Dr. Apples® trademarks or content after modifications constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

For any questions or permissions, contact info@DrApples.com.