ProofPay Fair Use Policy
Last Updated: July 16, 2025
This Fair Use Policy outlines how ProofPay, operated by AI Cloud Services Inc., may reference or transform copyrighted content through its platform and applications at www.proofpay.it.
We respect the rights of creators and operate within applicable copyright exceptions such as Fair Use (U.S.) and Fair Dealing (internationally). Use of our platform implies acknowledgment of and adherence to these principles.
1. Understanding Fair Use
Under 17 U.S.C. § 107, Fair Use permits limited reproduction of copyrighted materials for purposes like:
- Criticism and commentary
- News reporting
- Teaching and education
- Scholarship and research
Fair Use is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, not guaranteed. International equivalents like Fair Dealing apply in jurisdictions such as the UK, Canada, Australia, and India.
2. The Four Factors of Fair Use
Factor 1: Purpose and Character of the Use
Use is favored when it's nonprofit, educational, or transformative (adds new meaning or function).
ProofPay Position: We reference limited factual content in a transformed format (e.g., token previews, metadata overlays) that serve new financial or analytical functions.
Factor 2: Nature of the Copyrighted Work
Factual works are less protected than fictional or highly creative content.
ProofPay Position: We only interact with factual, public financial and market content—no fictional or entertainment material is used.
Factor 3: Amount and Substantiality of the Portion Used
Fair Use is more likely when only a small, non-critical portion is used.
ProofPay Position: We use only limited excerpts such as summaries or metadata and always link to the original source for full content.
Factor 4: Effect on the Market
Use that replaces demand for the original harms the copyright holder. Use that drives traffic may support Fair Use.
ProofPay Position: We direct users to original publishers and increase visibility, not substitute their market.
3. International Considerations
We comply with equivalent legal doctrines such as:
- Fair Dealing (Canada, UK, India, Singapore, Australia)
- Private Copying exemptions where recognized
- Explicit licensing when Fair Use does not apply
4. User Conduct Requirements
- Do not upload or share full copyrighted works
- Respect third-party rights when linking or embedding content
- Do not use ProofPay to bypass paywalls or access restrictions
- Report suspected copyright violations to info@proofpay.it (Subject: “Copyright Concern”)
5. Compliance and Enforcement
- We may remove content following valid claims
- Repeat violators may be suspended or banned
- Takedown and appeal procedures follow our Copyright Policy
6. Summary of Platform Practice
| We Do | We Don’t |
|---|---|
| Transform, summarize, and preview public factual content | Republish full copyrighted articles |
| Link back to original publishers | Display fictional or personal content |
| Promote publisher visibility | Monetize full-length content |
| Comply with Fair Use and Fair Dealing laws | Bypass paywalls or content restrictions |
7. Questions and Contact
If you have questions about this policy or need assistance, contact us at:
info@proofpay.it (Subject: “Fair Use Policy”)
AI Cloud Services Inc., 3349 Michelson Drive, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92612, USA
8. Policy Revisions
This policy may be updated based on changes in law, business model, or regulatory input. The latest version is always available at www.proofpay.it.
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