Intellectual Property Policy

GRIT TRADING ACADEMY

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY POLICY

Effective Date: 25 March 2026

 

 

1. Introduction

This Intellectual Property Policy (“Policy”) sets out the terms governing the ownership, protection, and permitted use of all intellectual property associated with GRIT Trading Academy (“the Academy”, “we”, “us”, “our”), including our website, platform, educational content, brand assets, and all related materials.

By accessing our website, purchasing our services, or engaging with any of our content, you agree to respect and comply with this Policy. Failure to do so may result in legal action, termination of your account, and forfeiture of access to the Academy’s services without refund.

2. Ownership of Intellectual Property

2.1 Academy-Owned IP

All intellectual property rights in and to the following are exclusively owned by GRIT Trading Academy (or its licensors where applicable) and are protected under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, the Trade Marks Act 1994, and applicable international intellectual property laws:

  • The name “GRIT Trading Academy” and all variations thereof
  • The GRIT Trading Academy logo, wordmarks, design marks, and all associated brand identities
  • All website content, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, icons, audio, video, page layouts, and underlying code
  • All educational course content, including module structures, lesson plans, video recordings, slide presentations, written guides, workbooks, quizzes, assessments, and supplementary materials
  • All trading methodologies, frameworks, strategies, analytical approaches, and proprietary educational systems taught or referenced within the Academy’s courses
  • All marketing materials, advertisements, social media content, email campaigns, and promotional assets
  • The structure, design, selection, arrangement, and coordination of all content on the Platform
  • All software, databases, and technology used to deliver the Academy’s services

2.2 Trademark Rights

The following are trademarks or trade names of GRIT Trading Academy (whether or not registered):

  • The name “GRIT Trading Academy” ™
  • The GRIT Trading Academy logo and device mark ™
  • [Insert any additional brand names, taglines, or slogans] ™

These marks may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not the Academy’s, in any manner that is likely to cause confusion among consumers, or in any manner that disparages or discredits the Academy. All other trademarks, trade names, and service marks appearing on the Platform are the property of their respective owners.

2.3 Copyright Notice

© 2026 GRIT Trading Academy. All rights reserved. No part of this website or any Academy materials may be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior written permission of GRIT Trading Academy, except as expressly permitted in this Policy.

3. Permitted Use

3.1 Personal Educational Use

Upon purchase of an educational module, you are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable licence to:

  • Access and view the purchased module content through the Academy’s platform for your personal, non-commercial, educational purposes
  • Take personal notes and annotations for your own private study and reference
  • Print single copies of written materials (where a download or print function is expressly provided) for your personal offline study only

3.2 Conditions of Use

This licence is subject to the following conditions:

  • Content may only be accessed through the Academy’s designated platform or delivery method
  • Content may not be accessed from shared, public, or commercial devices for the purpose of enabling multiple individuals to view a single licence
  • You may not use any Academy content for the purpose of creating, operating, or supporting a competing product or service
  • Your licence is personal to you and linked to your individual account. It may not be transferred, sold, gifted, or otherwise assigned to any other person

4. Prohibited Use

Unless you have obtained prior written permission from the Academy, the following activities are strictly prohibited:

4.1 Content Reproduction and Distribution

  • Copying, reproducing, duplicating, or storing any Academy content in any form or medium (including digital, print, or electronic formats) beyond what is expressly permitted under Section 3
  • Distributing, sharing, publishing, or transmitting any Academy content to any third party, whether for free or for a fee
  • Uploading any Academy content to any website, social media platform, file-sharing service, cloud storage, or any other online or offline medium
  • Sharing login credentials or providing access to your account to any other individual

4.2 Recording and Capture

  • Screen recording, screen capturing, screenshotting, or photographing any video content, live sessions, mentorship calls, or webinars
  • Audio recording any live sessions, mentorship calls, coaching sessions, or webinars
  • Using any software, tool, plugin, or browser extension designed to download, capture, or record streaming content

4.3 Modification and Derivative Works

  • Modifying, adapting, translating, or creating derivative works based on any Academy content
  • Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any software or technology used to deliver the Academy’s services
  • Removing, altering, or obscuring any copyright notices, trademark symbols, watermarks, or other proprietary identifiers from Academy content

4.4 Commercial Exploitation

  • Using any Academy content, methodologies, course structures, or materials for the purpose of creating, marketing, or delivering competing educational products or services
  • Reselling, sublicensing, or commercially exploiting any Academy content or access in any form
  • Using the Academy’s name, logo, or brand assets in any marketing, promotional, or commercial material without prior written authorisation
  • Claiming or implying endorsement by, affiliation with, or sponsorship by the Academy without written consent

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Your Content

When you post, submit, or share content within the Academy’s community forums or other interactive features (“User Content”), you retain ownership of your original content. However, by posting User Content, you grant the Academy a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable licence to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such User Content in connection with the operation, promotion, and improvement of the Academy’s services.

5.2 Your Responsibilities

You represent and warrant that any User Content you submit:

  • Is your own original work or that you have obtained all necessary rights and permissions
  • Does not infringe, misappropriate, or violate the intellectual property rights of any third party
  • Does not contain or reproduce any Academy Content (including course materials, methodologies, or proprietary frameworks) in a manner that makes such content available to non-paying members
  • Does not contain confidential information, trade secrets, or proprietary material belonging to any third party

5.3 Academy’s Rights Over User Content

The Academy reserves the right to review, edit, move, or remove any User Content at its sole discretion, for any reason, including but not limited to content that violates this Policy, our Terms of Service, Community Guidelines, or applicable law.

6. Brand and Logo Usage

6.1 General Restrictions

The GRIT Trading Academy name, logo, and all associated brand elements are proprietary assets of the Academy. Without prior written authorisation, you may not:

  • Use the Academy’s logo, name, or brand marks in any form, including on websites, social media profiles, business cards, or marketing materials
  • Modify, distort, recolour, animate, or alter the Academy’s logo in any way
  • Combine the Academy’s logo or name with any other logos, names, symbols, or imagery
  • Use the Academy’s brand in a manner that implies endorsement, partnership, or affiliation without a formal written agreement
  • Register or attempt to register any trademark, domain name, or social media handle that is identical or confusingly similar to the Academy’s marks

6.2 Testimonial and Review Use

If you wish to reference the Academy in a personal testimonial, review, or social media post in your capacity as a member, you may do so provided that you do not reproduce Academy Content (including screenshots of course materials), you do not imply endorsement of any third-party product or service, and your statements are accurate and not misleading.

6.3 Media and Press

All media enquiries, press requests, and requests for interviews, quotes, or brand asset usage by journalists, bloggers, influencers, or publications should be directed to [Insert media contact email]. Unauthorised media use of the Academy’s brand is prohibited.

7. Intellectual Property Infringement and Takedown Procedure

7.1 Reporting Infringement

The Academy takes intellectual property infringement seriously. If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been infringed by content on our Platform, or if you become aware of any unauthorised use of Academy Content, please contact us at [Insert IP contact email] with the following information:

  • A description of the intellectual property right that you believe has been infringed
  • A description of the infringing material and its location on the Platform or elsewhere
  • Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email)
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorised by the intellectual property owner, its agent, or the law
  • A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate and that you are the rights holder or authorised to act on their behalf

7.2 Academy’s Enforcement Rights

Where the Academy identifies or is notified of unauthorised use of its intellectual property, it reserves the right to:

  • Issue cease and desist notices
  • Immediately terminate the infringing user’s account and access to all services without refund
  • Report the infringement to relevant platform operators and request removal of infringing content
  • Pursue civil remedies, including claims for damages, injunctive relief, and an account of profits
  • Report the matter to law enforcement where criminal infringement is suspected
  • Recover all reasonable legal costs and expenses incurred in enforcing its intellectual property rights

8. Content Protection Measures

The Academy employs various technical and non-technical measures to protect its intellectual property, which may include but are not limited to:

  • Digital watermarking and forensic tracking on video and written content
  • Digital rights management (DRM) technologies
  • Access controls, login monitoring, and session management
  • Automated detection of screen recording and capture tools
  • Periodic auditing and monitoring of online platforms for unauthorised distribution of Academy content

Attempting to circumvent, disable, or interfere with any content protection measures is a violation of this Policy and may constitute a criminal offence under the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and/or a civil wrong under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.

9. Third-Party Intellectual Property

The Academy’s educational content may reference, discuss, or incorporate third-party trademarks, brand names, data sources, publications, or tools for educational and illustrative purposes. Such references do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. All third-party trademarks and intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners.

If the Academy has used any third-party content under licence, attribution will be provided where required by the applicable licence terms.

10. International Intellectual Property Protection

The Academy’s intellectual property is protected under both UK law and applicable international treaties, including the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works, the WIPO Copyright Treaty, and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). Infringement of the Academy’s intellectual property may be actionable in multiple jurisdictions.

11. Consequences of Infringement

Any breach of this Policy may result in one or more of the following:

  • Immediate termination of your account and access to all Academy services without refund
  • A formal demand for the removal or destruction of all infringing copies and materials
  • Legal proceedings for injunctive relief, damages (including statutory damages where available), and an account of profits
  • Recovery of all legal costs, enforcement expenses, and investigative fees
  • Referral to law enforcement authorities where criminal infringement is suspected
  • Public disclosure of the infringement where the Academy considers it appropriate to protect its community and deter further violations

12. Changes to This Policy

The Academy reserves the right to update or amend this Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Platform or Academy services following the publication of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy regularly.

13. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Intellectual Property Policy, to request permission to use Academy content, or to report suspected infringement, please contact:

GRIT Trading Academy

Morton Spiert Farm

Abbots Morton

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR7 4NA

England

Support@archiespencer.com