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Private Region

2013-04-02T20:18:11Z

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Private Region

2013-04-02T20:17:50Z

Trinity Linden:

{{Help|LandSim=*|Viewer=*}}

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For the latest Linden-provided documentation, please visit this [http://community.secondlife.com/t5/English-Knowledge-Base/Managing-Private-Regions/ta-p/700115#Section_.4 knowledge base article].

== Description ==
Private islands are islands that are privately owned and operated, separate from the mainland.

== Purpose ==
While users purchase private islands for many different purposes, some of the more common reasons that a user would want to purchase a private island are:
*'''Special Projects''' - Many users wish to create special builds, or hold special events, which require a vast amount of available space. By purchasing a private island, the user then has at their disposal 65,536 square meters (about 16 acres) of virtual land to use at their discretion.
*'''Commerce''' - Many private islands are purchased with the intention of being "split" into smaller parcels of land, much like those available for purchase on the mainland. Once a private island has been split into individual parcels, those parcels are then used to establish businesses, sell to other avatars as a place to build their homes or businesses, etc.
*'''Business Use''' - There are several private islands in Second Life which are owned by real life businesses, and are used for a wide variety of purposes, such as holding virtual meetings amongst their employees, having press conferences, or even advertising their products.
*'''Educational Use''' - As Second Life continues to grow, more and more educational institutions are creating "virtual campuses" in Second Life to be used for distance learning, new student orientation, virtual events, etc.
*'''Political Use''' - It is becoming more and more common to see private islands being purchased for political use; some countries, even have embassies in Second Life on their own private islands. Politicians from all over the globe are seen more and more often entering Second Life to campaign for their election, and purchase private islands to serve as their campaign headquarters, an additional point of contact for their constituents, to hold events and fundraisers, etc.
*'''Group Use''' - As users can form groups in Second Life, some groups purchase entire private islands and share the initial and monthly cost evenly amongst all members, so as to share the same space while having the comfort that all of their neighbors are members of their particular group, whether for residential or commercial purposes.

== Obtaining a Private Island ==
While private islands can be purchased directly from existing owners, the more cost-effective method is to purchase them directly from Linden Lab. The process of doing so is outlined below:
==== Verify Your Method of Payment ====
In order to purchase a private island, you must have a current, valid method of payment on file. You do not need to be a Premium member to order a private island.

==== Agree to Island Pricing ====
Before making your purchase, you should verify the current pricing for private islands, both up front and monthly. This can be done [http://secondlife.com/community/land-islands.php here]. As of March 2008, the current cost for a full-prim private island is $1,000 USD initially, and is accompanied by a monthly land maintenance fee of $295 USD per island.

==== Make Your Purchase from the Land Store ====
Once you have agreed to the pricing, you should visit the Land Store [http://land.secondlife.com/ here]. You will be required to login to access the land store, and once you have, you can click on an empty area on the map and choose "add to cart" to proceed with your purchase.
==== Await Delivery ====
Delivery of your private island can take up to 48 hours, and you can contact the Linden Concierge for updates on its status and/or estimated date of delivery. Once you have completed your purchase, you will qualify for concierge-level support, and will be provided their contact information.

== Customizing a Private Island ==
Once you have obtained your private island, you will have 65,536 square meters (about 16 acres) of land with a total of 15,000 prims available, which is just a large, flat surface. You will most certainly want to customize this land to suit your particular needs.
==== Setting the Terrain Textures ====
Using the Region/Estate menu of your Second Life viewer (World > Region/Estate), you can access the "Terrain" tab, which will allow you to set textures for the different height levels of your island. There are four levels of texturing available, from the water seen by lowering land, all the way up to mountains.
==== Terraforming the Land ====
To make your private island more realistic, and more desirable to prospective buyers if you plan to sell parcels on it, you will certainly want to add some waterways, hills, valleys, etc. This can be done by right-clicking any area of the ground and choosing "Edit Land" in the pie menu that appears, then using the tools in the edit window that opens to make your adjustments. While this can become a daunting task with so much land to cover, a well-terraformed island creates a very immersive environment, for both its inhabitants and visitors alike. Should you prefer not to terraform the island yourself, there are many Second Life users who provide this service for a fee. Searching "terraforming" in the classifieds will surely bring you a list of people more than willing to complete this step for you.

Also see '''[[Terraforming|Terraforming FAQ]]'''.

==== Creating Property Lines ====
Unless you plan to use your entire island for one building, you will want to establish property lines. These lines "split" the land into smaller pieces, named "parcels", that can then be used a variety of ways. Each individual parcel can have its own settings, such as music that plays when entering it, the amount of prims available to build on it, individual access and ban lists, etc. Splitting (subdividing) land can be done by right-clicking on the land, and choosing "Edit Land" from the pie menu, which will open the edit window. Using your mouse to click and drag, you will be able to select an area to split, and then click the "subdivide" button. If you plan to sell individual parcels of land on your island to other users, the typical practice is to split the island into parcels divisible by 1024m, typically starting with 3072m and ranging to 8192m.
==== Setting Island Options ====
By entering the "Region/Estate" menu of your second life viewer (World > Region/Estate), you can set a wealth of options for your island. It is important to note that any settings chosen in this area will override any settings chosen for individual parcels on the land. For most of the settings available, there is a blue button with a white question mark to the right of the setting; clicking this will provide you with a description of what the setting affects. For a detailed list of all of the available settings, you can login to the Second Life Support Center [https://secure-web8.secondlife.com/community/support.php here], and search for "region settings", then select the document titled "The Region/Estate Window" from the list of results.

==== Moving an Island ====

To move your Private Region in order to attach it to another, both you and the other Private Region owner must submit a support ticket confirming that you wish for your Estates to be attached, and which sides (i.e. "I want my Private Region attached to the west side of Torley's Island."). Note that your Private Region cannot be rotated, so what is currently north will always be north.

There is a $150 charge to move a Private Region. This fee is charged per Private Region, for any movement.

Landmarks will continue to function after a move, but home locations may need to be reset. The map may take several hours to update with the new Private Region location.

Please keep in mind that joined Private Regions will require the same settings with respect to visibility and access. If you or the other Private Region's owners want to make a change to the settings, it will affect both Private Region.

To make the request, Region owners may visit the support center at support.secondlife.com, select "Submit a Ticket" from the left menu. You will see a form. Select "Land and Region Issues" for the Ticket Type, and two drop down menus will appear directly below this one, where you should select "Region Request" and then "Move - I accept the $150 move fee". Complete the form and submit it. Both region owners must do this.

=== Sell the Island ===

You can sell Private Regions. Read more about it in the '''[[Linden_Lab_Official:Private_Region_Transfer_FAQ|Private Region Transfer FAQ]]'''

[[Category:Tutorials]]

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2012-04-24T23:47:02Z

Trinity Linden:

This article is about '''trademarked, copyrighted, and celebrity material in Second Life'''.

== Introduction ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real-world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you're not improperly using another's intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as "trade dress"), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a "right of publicity"). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. real-world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property — the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real-world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and celebrity material ==

Linden Lab responds to complaints that content infringes trademarked or celebrity material. Trademarked material includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., is usually not acceptable. If you don't have permission, please don't just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, "Njke" instead of "Nike" – instead, create your own original brand name that's associated uniquely with you!

If you're creating objects inspired by real-world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That's the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a "right of publicity", which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don't have the celebrity's permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

To submit a notification, you ''must'' be the intellectual property owner or an authorized agent of the intellectual property owner. Do not submit an abuse report. Requests to remove allegedly infringing content are not handled through the abuse process.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the [[SLurl|Region name and coordinates]] or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring, and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing.

For more information on trademarks, [http://www.uspto.gov/index.html visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office website]. There's also a trademark lookup feature on the front page:

# Click '''[http://tess2.uspto.gov/bin/gate.exe?f=login&p_lang=english&p_d=trmk Search Marks]'''.
# Click '''New User Form Search (Basic)'''.
# Under '''View Search History''', select '''Plural and Singular''' and '''Live radio buttons'''.
# Enter the name of the business in question (e.g., Nike).
# Click '''Submit Query'''.

However, your search results may not tell you whether a particular use is "OK". If you're concerned that material you're using may conflict with another's trademark or intellectual property rights, we suggest you speak to an attorney.

== Copyrighted material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php Learn more about Linden Lab's DMCA policy.]

Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to <code>(415) 520-9660</code>. On the cover sheet, please write "<code>ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION</code>".

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a Resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

== See also ==

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

* '''[http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm United States Patent and Trademark Office]'''
* '''[http://fairuse.stanford.edu/ Stanford Copyright & Fair Use Center]'''
* Cornell University Law School articles on:
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/copyright Copyright]'''
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity Publicity]'''
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/trademark Trademark]'''

[[Category:Policies]]

Linden Lab Official:User Groups

2012-03-05T18:19:49Z

Trinity Linden: /* Public User Group Meetings */

{{Current Events Nav}}
== About Second Life User Groups ==

User groups are product or community focused and each one is led by the product manager or community manager. Our goals are to make it easier for you to find the user group, or groups, that you want to participate in and for us to listen more closely to your needs and ideas. The user group program is about opening up more lines of communication. Most user groups are public and include inworld meetings, JIRA sections, and sometimes a Twitter feed, an SL Forum, or an SL email list. It's up to the user group lead and the core Resident team how they want to communicate with one another. The discussions will be open, direct, and focus more on your needs, new features, and be more forward-looking.

All Residents who join user groups must comply with the new [[Linden_Lab_Official:Community_Participation_Guidelines| Community Participation Guidelines]], in addition to our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service]. These guidelines ensure that all conversations are constructive, courteous, respectful, and in the spirit of collaboration.

{{KBnote|User groups ''aren't'' for support help. Instead, use the [http://secondlife.com/support Support Portal].}}

== Public User Group Meetings ==

For information on dates and times of user group meetings, see the user groups meeting schedule. And, each User Group has an individual page where agendas and archives reside. The program is still getting up to speed, so give each User Group leader time to fill in their content. Check back often!

All times listed are [http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=224 Pacific Time].

NOTE: By default, the table below is sorted chronologically by day of the week. To sort alphabetically on any other column, click the icon in the column heading.

{| class="lltable sortable" border=1
!width=120|User Group
!width=200|Description
!width=120|User Group Leader
!Frequency
!width=120|Days of Week
!width=100|Time (PT)
!Location (SLurl)

|-
| {{User Group|Adult Content}}
| Issues concerning adult content and other adult-related issues.
| Viale Linden
| Every 2 Weeks
| Monday
| 10:00-11:00
| [http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bronlen/113/224/36 SLurl]

|-
| {{User Group|Content Creation/Scripting}}
| Discussion on content creation, focused on the use of scripting in Second Life.
| Kelly Linden 
| Weekly
| Monday
| 9:00-10:00
| [http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ambleside/157/91/30 SLurl]

|-
| {{User Group|Server/Sim/Scripting}}
| Simulator issues and technology.
| Andrew Linden
| Weekly
| Tuesday
| 12:00-13:00
| [http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Denby/225/25/25 SLurl]

|-
| {{User Group|Open Development}}
| Open source policies, resources for contributors, and progressing contributions through the Snowstorm process; for open source contributors.
| Oz Linden
| Twice Weekly
| Monday Thursday
| 07:00-08:00 13:00-14:00
| {{SLurl|region=Hippotropolis|x=209|y=90|z=24|title=Oz's Raft}}

|-
| {{User Group|Server Beta}}
| Anything pertaining to server changes and public beta testing.
| Oskar Linden
| Weekly
| Thursday
| 15:00-16:00
| '''On Aditi''': [http://slurl.com/secondlife/Morris/210/250/35/?&title=Morris SLurl]

|-
| {{User Group|Server/Sim/Scripting}}
| Simulator issues and technology.
| Andrew Linden
| Weekly
| Friday
| 16:00-17:00
| [http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Denby/225/25/25 SLurl]

|}

{{KBnote|Community suggestion or idea, please email the community team [mailto:community@lindenlab.com email the Community team].}}

[[Category:User Groups]]

[[Category:User Groups]]

Linden Lab Official:Frequently Asked Questions on the IP Complaint Process

2011-10-26T20:31:18Z

Trinity Linden: /* How can I request another email notice about an IP complaint regarding my content? */

{{KBmaster}}
{{KBwarning|'''DISCLAIMER''': WE ARE NOT YOUR ATTORNEYS. THE INFORMATION HERE IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE AND IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.}}
 

{{IP Nav}}

=== What is Linden Lab’s intellectual property complaint process? ===
Linden Lab is committed to protecting intellectual property (IP) and provides an IP complaint process to facilitate cooperation between Linden Lab and IP owners. We cannot be experts in others’ IP, nor can we verify that Residents have the necessary rights in the many millions of objects, textures, animations, scripts, and other content that they create, upload, and exchange in Second Life and on Xstreet SL. We need the help of rights owners in identifying and locating content that they believe infringes their IP. Through our IP complaint process, IP owners may notify us of Resident content in Second Life or on Xstreet SL that they believe infringes their IP and want removed from our services. For more information on our IP complaint process, please visit our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] and our [https://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Intellectual_Property KB help page on Intellectual Property].

=== I hear there’s a pilot program related to the IP complaint process. What is that about? ===
We're conducting a pilot program to test some early improvements to our IP complaint process. We announced our work on these improvements in our [https://blogs.secondlife.com/community/community/blog/2009/08/04/our-content-management-roadmap Content Management Roadmap]. We've messaged to the community about the pilot program on the Second Life Blogs both [https://blogs.secondlife.com/community/commerce/blog/2009/11/23/pilot-program-for-testing-early-improvements-to-our-ip-complaint-process here] and [https://blogs.secondlife.com/community/community/blog/2009/12/09/testing-improvements-to-our-intellectual-property-complaint-process here]. 

=== I would like to participate in the content management pilot program. How can I do that? ===
Given the technical complexity of our improvements to the IP complaint process, only a small group is participating in this early phase of testing. We invited a limited number of Residents with experience and demonstrated interest in the IP complaint process. If you did not receive an email invitation to your email address on file with Linden Lab, please wait for a later round of testing.

=== How do I know if an IP complaint has been submitted about content I have? ===
When we process a valid IP complaint, we send email notices to Residents who possess the content that's alleged to infringe. We send the email notice to the email address you have on file with Linden Lab, so be sure to keep your email address current, and check that your spam filters do not block email from the domain name ''lindenlab.com''.

In addition, when we remove content in response to an IP complaint submitted through the pilot program, the removed content is replaced with a generic replacement item. See the [[#When content is removed through the pilot program, what generic replacement items are used in place of the removed content?|next question below]] for information on the specific replacement items used for different content types -- textures, bodyparts, clothing, animations, sounds, and objects. In addition to the generic replacement item, there will be a notecard explaining that the content was replaced as the result of an IP complaint.

=== When content is removed through the pilot program, what generic replacement items are used in place of the removed content? ===
Content that's removed as a result of a pilot program IP complaint will be replaced with generic replacement items as follows. Notecards will accompany these replacement items, explaining that the content was replaced as the result of an IP complaint.
<table>
<tr>
<td valign=top>
'''Textures, bodyparts, and clothing will be replaced with monochrome items that are the average color of the items they replace.''' 
before: [[image:textureBefore.jpg|160 px|before]] 
after: [[image:textureAfter.jpg|160 px|after]]
</td>
<td valign=top>
'''Animations will be replaced with a special rotating animation by Blue Linden.''' 
{{KBvideo|7968769|160|230}}
</td>
</tr><tr>
<td valign=top>
'''Sounds will be replaced with a new sound recording from Torley Linden.''' 
{{KBvideo|8033385|320|60}}
</td>
<td valign=top>
'''Objects will be replaced with a plywood ball that displays an IP notice when you click on it.''' 
[[image:ReplacementObject.jpg]]
</td>
</tr>
</table>

=== I can't find the notecard that accompanies an item replaced through the pilot program. Where do I look for the notecard? ===
The notecard will be in the contents of an inworld object. It should be the last item listed in contents, and the title of the notecard will be <nowiki>"~~~Intellectual Property Complaint #__________,"</nowiki> where the number provided is the reference number for the IP complaint submitted.

If the item that was replaced is a texture on the face of an object, check the contents of that object. If the item that was replaced is clothing, skin, an animation, or object in the contents of another, check the container object.

=== I have content that looks like a plywood ball. How can I tell if this is the replacement item used in the IP complaint process? ===
If you click on the plywood ball, a blue dialog box will appear with a link to this Knowledge Base article, along with a message saying, "You have this item because of an Intellectual Property Complaint. Please click the 'Go to page' button for more information." In addition, the plywood ball has a script that prevents your attaching it to your avatar. So, for example, if plywood balls replaced a pair of prim shoes, you could not wear the plywood balls on your feet!

=== My content appears differently, but I did not receive any notification about an IP complaint. How do I know if it’s because of an IP complaint? ===
Look for the following signs that content has been replaced through the content management pilot program:
:* The content at issue is one of the following content types: a texture, bodypart, clothing, animation, sound, or object
:* The content appears to be a generic replacement item as described in [[#When content is removed through the pilot program, what generic replacement items are used in place of the removed content?|the FAQ above]]
:* [[#I can't find the notecard that accompanies an item replaced through the pilot program. Where do I look for the notecard?|A notecard is included]] in the contents of the object itself or the container object for the item.
:* If the content looks like a plywood ball, [[#I have content that looks like a plywood ball. How can I tell if this is the replacement item used in the IP complaint process?|a blue IP dialog box]] appears when you click on the ball, and the ball will not attach to your avatar.

In addition, be sure to check the email address you have on file for the Second Life account that possesses the content at issue, and check that your email filters are not blocking email from the domain name ''lindenlab.com''. Linden Lab sends email notices to Residents who have content that is removed as the result of an IP complaint.

=== How can I request another email notice about an IP complaint regarding my content? ===
If you received a generic replacement item, but did not receive an email notification, you may request that we resend your email notification. Please use the following steps:
:#Write to us from the email address associated with your Second Life account.
:#In the subject line of your email, write “Email Notice for IP Complaint #______,” using the IP complaint number provided in the title of the [http://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Linden_Lab_Official:Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_the_IP_Complaint_Process#I_can.27t_find_the_notecard_that_accompanies_an_item_replaced_through_the_pilot_program._Where_do_I_look_for_the_notecard.3F notecard] that was provided with the generic replacement item.
:#Provide your Second Life name in the body of your email.
:#Send your email to us at ''ipteam at lindenlab dot com''.
:#Check that your email filters do not block email from the ''lindenlab.com'' domain name.
Please note that we will not send another email if your email address does not match the email address in our records for your Second Life account.

=== I received an IP complaint about content that I got from someone else, and I had no idea that it might be infringing. Am I in trouble? ===
Don't panic if you receive a single IP complaint about content you got from someone else, and you did not know that it may potentially infringe. What's important is that you take steps to protect yourself against inadvertently having content that may infringe. Review [[#What steps can I take to make sure I don’t inadvertently have content that may be infringing?|the tips below on what you can do]] to protect yourself.

We expect our Residents to respect intellectual property. Under Linden Lab policies and U.S. copyright law, Residents whose content is repeatedly subject to IP complaints may be suspended and ultimately banned from Second Life. So exercise caution and use judgment to help ensure that your inworld shopping remains safe and fun.

=== My content was removed, but other similar content was not. Why is that? ===
We respond quickly when we receive IP complaints from an IP owner about content in Second Life or on Xstreet SL. If there remains on our services content that's similar to content we removed, then we are likely either not aware of the content, or do not have reason to believe that it is infringing. We act on IP owners' complaints, and an IP owner may choose to allow some but not all uses of its content within Second Life.

=== I received an IP complaint about content for which I have an active listing on Xstreet SL. What should I do? ===
You must immediately remove from Xstreet SL any active listing for content that has been removed due to an IP complaint. It's important that you monitor your listings and make sure that you're delivering the items you've advertised. If you have an active listing for an item that has been removed due to an IP complaint, you must promptly remove that listing.

=== An IP complaint was submitted about my content, and I believe that the complaint was in error. What can I do? ===
If you've been notified of a copyright complaint about your content, and you believe in good faith that your content is not copyright infringing, or that its removal was by mistake or misidentification, you may have the content reinstated by submitting a sworn counter-notification. To be effective, a counter-notification must be in writing and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php contain the information identified in our DMCA Policy under the heading “To File A Counter-Notification”].

Please be aware that this is a legal process, and if you submit a valid counter-notification, the law provides that a copy of your counter-notification, including the real world contact information you provide, is to be forwarded to the person who submitted the copyright complaint. Your removed content may then be reinstated in ten (10) business days unless we receive notice that the complaining party has filed a court action seeking an order to restrain you from engaging in infringing activity related to the content.

=== What can be done to protect against false IP complaints? ===
Linden Lab takes very seriously the submission of false IP complaints. To submit a DMCA complaint, IP owners must swear under penalty of perjury that they have good faith belief that the content at issue is infringing. If we believe that a Resident is abusing the IP complaint process, we may disable or terminate the Resident's Second Life accounts. Residents who submit IP complaints through the pilot program must acknowledge that abuse of the process may result in their termination from Second Life.

In addition, DMCA complaints are subject to U.S. copyright law, and persons who knowingly materially misrepresent that content is infringing may be liable for monetary damages.

=== I received an IP complaint about content that I purchased from another Resident inworld or through Xstreet SL. What should I do? ===
Most Second Life merchants offer legitimate items for sale, but just as in the real world, it pays to learn about products and those who sell them before you buy. [[#What steps can I take to make sure I don’t inadvertently have content that may be infringing?|Below are some tips]] that may help protect you against inadvertently obtaining content that may be infringing.

If you're unhappy with a purchase from another Resident, we recommend that you contact the Resident directly to try to resolve the issue. In our experience, vendors are often willing to cooperate, and try to resolve reasonable complaints. Linden Lab does not generally get involved in transactions between Residents; so you should use caution and judgment when making your purchases.

=== I received an IP complaint about content that I purchased through an online service or marketplace that is not operated by Linden Lab. What should I do? ===
When purchasing content through third-party services, we urge you to check the product, check the source, and check any license terms that may govern your use of the content. If you're dissatisfied with your experience purchasing content from another service, please contact that service directly. Linden Lab will not get involved in your content transactions with third-party services.

=== What steps can I take to make sure I don’t inadvertently have content that may be infringing? ===
Here are some tips to help ensure that your inworld shopping remains safe and fun:
* Think twice about offers that are significantly cheaper than the prevailing market price. If the deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
* Most retail stores do not have live staff to help with your transaction. It may be risky to buy from sellers who ask you to purchase an item by paying them directly.
* Be wary of Residents who are less than 60 days old, who do not have payment information on file, and who offer lots of content. Creating original content is time consuming!

:To check the age of the seller's account:
:# Right-click on the seller's name or the avatar.
:# Select '''View''' profile.
:# Click the '''2nd Life''' tab.
:# Look in the '''Born''' field for the date the account was created.
::[[image:bornDate.jpg]]

:To check to see whether the seller has payment information on file with Linden Lab:
:# Right-click on the seller's name or the avatar.
:# Select '''View profile'''.
:# Click the '''2nd Life''' tab.
:# Look in the '''Account''' section as seen below:
::[[image:PaymentInfo.png]]

* Many Second Life merchants have a presence on the web in addition to their inworld locations. There are also a variety of websites devoted to reporting on or reviewing Second Life content and helping you, the consumer, find great content and reputable merchants. Spend some time on your favorite search engine learning about the content creator before you make a purchase in Second Life.
* Before finalizing your purchase, be sure that the transaction details are what you expect, and check whether the seller name matches the creator name on the content. If they don't match, consider asking the seller about his or her authorization to sell the content.
Note that when purchasing items inworld, a confirmation window displays the seller name and other details of your purchase. And, in many cases, you can get the content creator name by right-clicking the items inside the vendor’s contents.
* Be aware that there may be greater risk in using items from boxes of “freebies” from Residents you do not know. Freebie items may be distributed more casually within Second Life, and the Residents distributing them may not know their origin, who has IP rights in them, or how the IP owners may have allowed or disallowed their use within Second Life.
* Use extra caution when evaluating items that represent famous real-world brands, celebrities, well-known artistic works, or fictional characters or settings from books, movies, games, or television. These items may potentially violate intellectual property law and Linden Lab policies. For more information, please see our [https://www.xstreetsl.com/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=22&lang=en-US Xstreet SL Branding Guidelines] and our [https://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Intellectual_Property Knowledge Base article on Intellectual Property].
* Review your inventory, and delete content that you do not need and do not know the source of. This may reduce the risk that you inadvertently obtained content that is potentially infringing, and if you don't need the content anyway, some housecleaning may be in order.

=== Where else can I learn about intellectual property? ===
If you're uncertain whether material infringes intellectual property, we strongly encourage you to consult an IP lawyer. Linden Lab cannot provide you with legal advice. The information provided here is for informational purposes only.

On the Internet, there are many available resources on intellectual property. Linden Lab is not responsible for the content provided by these other resources, but we have found the following to be useful:
:* A summary of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act can be found at: [http://www.copyright.gov/legislation/dmca.pdf http://www.copyright.gov/legislation/dmca.pdf]
:* The text of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act can be found here: [http://www.copyright.gov/legislation/hr2281.pdf http://www.copyright.gov/legislation/hr2281.pdf]
:* The U.S. federal copyright code is here: [http://www.copyright.gov/title17/92chap5.html http://www.copyright.gov/title17/92chap5.html]
:* More government-provided information on U.S. copyright law can be found here: [http://www.copyright.gov http://www.copyright.gov]

Many universities and organizations maintain useful information on intellectual property law, including:
:* [http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/copyright http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/copyright]
:* [http://fairuse.stanford.edu/ http://fairuse.stanford.edu/]
:* [http://www.chillingeffects.org/dmca512/ http://www.chillingeffects.org/dmca512/]
:* [http://www.chillingeffects.org/copyright/ http://www.chillingeffects.org/copyright/]
:* [http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/trademark http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/trademark]
:* [http://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/index.jsp http://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/index.jsp]
:* [http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity]

[[Category:Content creation]]
[[Category:Policies]]

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2010-02-17T23:27:38Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted material */

{{:Linden_Lab_Official:Template:Multi-lang}}
{{TOCright}} This article is about '''trademarked, copyrighted, and celebrity material in Second Life'''.

== Introduction ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real-world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you're not improperly using another's intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as "trade dress"), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a "right of publicity"). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. real-world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property — the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real-world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and celebrity material ==

Linden Lab responds to complaints that content infringes trademarked or celebrity material. Trademarked material includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., is usually not acceptable. If you don't have permission, please don't just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, "Njke" instead of "Nike" – instead, create your own original brand name that's associated uniquely with you!

If you're creating objects inspired by real-world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That's the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a "right of publicity", which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don't have the celebrity's permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

To submit a notification, you ''must'' be the intellectual property owner or an authorized agent of the intellectual property owner. Do not submit an abuse report. Requests to remove allegedly infringing content are not handled through the abuse process.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the [[SLurl|Region name and coordinates]] or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring, and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing.

For more information on trademarks, [http://www.uspto.gov/index.html visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office website]. There's also a trademark lookup feature on the front page:

# Click '''[http://tess2.uspto.gov/bin/gate.exe?f=login&p_lang=english&p_d=trmk Search Marks]'''.
# Click '''New User Form Search (Basic)'''.
# Under '''View Search History''', select '''Plural and Singular''' and '''Live radio buttons'''.
# Enter the name of the business in question (e.g., Nike).
# Click '''Submit Query'''.

However, your search results may not tell you whether a particular use is "OK". If you're concerned that material you're using may conflict with another's trademark or intellectual property rights, we suggest you speak to an attorney.

== Copyrighted material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php Learn more about Linden Lab's DMCA policy.]

Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to <code>(415) 520-9660</code>. On the cover sheet, please write "<code>ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION</code>".

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a Resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

== See also ==

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

* '''[http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm United States Patent and Trademark Office]'''
* '''[http://fairuse.stanford.edu/ Stanford Copyright & Fair Use Center]'''
* Cornell University Law School articles on:
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/copyright Copyright]'''
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity Publicity]'''
** '''[http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/trademark Trademark]'''

[[Category:Policies]] [[Category:Knowledge Base]]

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-06-26T00:42:29Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab responds to complaints that content infringes trademarked or celebrity material. Trademarked material includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., is usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

To submit a notification, you '''must''' be the intellectual property owner or an authorized agent of the intellectual property owner. Do not submit an abuse report. Requests to remove allegedly infringing content are not handled through the abuse process.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing.

For more information on trademarks, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html This website does have a trademark look-up feature: from the homepage, use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation bar.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (i.e., Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

However, your search results may not tell you whether a particular use is “OK.” If you’re concerned that material you’re using may conflict with another’s trademark or intellectual property rights, we suggest you speak to an attorney.

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/
*http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-06-26T00:38:01Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab responds to complaints that content infringes trademarked or celebrity material. Trademarked material includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., is usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

To submit a notification, you '''must''' be the intellectual property owner or an authorized agent of the intellectual property owner. Do not submit an abuse report. Requests to remove allegedly infringing content are not handled through the abuse process.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing.

For more information on trademarks, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html This website does have a trademark look-up feature: from the homepage, use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation bar.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (i.e., Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

However, your search results may not tell you whether a particular use is “OK.” If you’re concerned that material you’re using may conflict with another’s trademark or intellectual property rights, we suggest you speak to an attorney.

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN:DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/
*http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-06-26T00:35:29Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab responds to complaints that content infringes trademarked or celebrity material. Trademarked material includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.
It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., is usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!
If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.
Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

To submit a notification, you '''must''' be the intellectual property owner or an authorized agent of the intellectual property owner. Do not submit an abuse report. Requests to remove allegedly infringing content are not handled through the abuse process.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing.

For more information on trademarks, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html This website does have a trademark look-up feature: from the homepage, use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation bar.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (i.e., Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

However, your search results may not tell you whether a particular use is “OK.” If you’re concerned that material you’re using may conflict with another’s trademark or intellectual property rights, we suggest you speak to an attorney.

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN:DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/
*http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:45:22Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (i.e., Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN:DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/
*http://topics.law.cornell.edu/wex/publicity

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:41:06Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (i.e., Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN:DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:40:16Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN:DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:37:42Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notification of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:37:13Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman from Herman Miller is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.

If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notifications of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:36:14Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked and Celebrity Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njke” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notifications of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:35:22Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA Policy] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njje” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notifications of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:30:35Z

Trinity Linden:

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our Terms of Service and DMCA Policy is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njje” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notifications of infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:28:11Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our Terms of Service and DMCA Policy is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njje” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notificationsof infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.
Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a legally sufficient DMCA notice is submitted, Linden Lab will then remove the identified materials as appropriate. Repeated copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property violations by a resident may result in their accounts being suspended or terminated.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials below, which are not Linden Lab materials, but we have found them to be informative:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:26:37Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our Terms of Service and DMCA Policy is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked and Celebrity Material ==

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarked or celebrity material without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes trademarked logos, trademarked brand names, and trade dress, which is the distinctive visual appearance of a product or its packaging.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked or protected as trade dress. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable. If you don’t have permission, please don’t just use a misspelling of the brand name, for example, “Njje” instead of “Nike” – instead, create your own original brand name that’s associated uniquely with you!

If you’re creating objects inspired by real world objects, take care that your objects have an original appearance and shape. That’s the best way to avoid trade dress issues. Be wary of imitating distinctive and recognizable product appearances. For example, the well-known appearance of the Eames lounge chair and ottoman is protected under trade dress law.

Please also be aware that celebrities have a “right of publicity,” which means that they have a right to control commercial uses of their name, image, likeness, and other aspects of their identity. Although you may be a fan, you risk infringing celebrity rights if you use a celebrity name or likeness in connection with in-world objects you trade, and you don’t have the celebrity’s permission.
If you are a trademark owner or a celebrity and you believe your rights have been infringed in Second Life, please submit a notificationsof infringement in writing to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Legal Department
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark or trade dress infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark or trade dress registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates or, if on a website, the URL) where you believe the infringement is occurring and the name of the Second Life Resident whom you claim is infringing. For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the “Search TM database (TESS)” tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.

Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a DMCA notice is filed, and it meets the standard for a complete claim, Linden Lab will then expeditiously remove the indicated materials in-world.
Repeated copyright or trademark violations by a resident can result in their account being placed on probation or permanently banned.
Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials available at:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:24:04Z

Trinity Linden:

{{Help|Misc=*}}

== Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life ==

In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make original content. Some create things that are inspired by real world objects, like cars or jewelry. When you do that, please make sure you’re not improperly using another’s intellectual property – for example, a trademarked logo or brand name, a distinctive product appearance (known as “trade dress”), characters or material from a movie, book, or other copyrighted work, or a celebrity image or name (protected as a “right of publicity”). As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about intellectual property and Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted, trademarked, or celebrity material in Second Life, unless of course you are the intellectual property owner or have permission from the intellectual property owner. Your use of Second Life is subject to applicable copyright, trademark, and right-of-publicity laws. These are complicated laws, and understanding our Terms of Service and DMCA Policy is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the intellectual property can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark, copyright, and celebrity issues in-world. Our explanation is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice. If you seek legal advice on your rights in a specific situation, please contact a lawyer.

== Trademarked Material ==

'''The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark and copyright issues in-world:'''

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarks without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes all RL corporate logos and brand names.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable.
Notifications of trademark infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or its equivalent in another country.
Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates) where you allege the trademark is being infringed and the name of the Second Life Resident who you claim is infringing
For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the Search tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.

Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a DMCA notice is filed, and it meets the standard for a complete claim, Linden Lab will then expeditiously remove the indicated materials in-world.
Repeated copyright or trademark violations by a resident can result in their account being placed on probation or permanently banned.
Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials available at:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

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2009-05-16T05:19:08Z

Trinity Linden: Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life moved to Intellectual Property

#REDIRECT [[Intellectual Property]]

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:19:08Z

Trinity Linden: Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life moved to Intellectual Property

{{Help|Misc=*}}
In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make content. Some create things that are inspired by real life objects, like cars or jewelry. As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about usage of copyrighted or trademarked material in Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted or trademarked material in Second Life, unless of course you have a right to use the intellectual property. Your rights are defined by applicable copyright and trademark law, including the law of fair use. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA information] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the IP can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden staff treat trademark and copyright issues in-world:

== Trademarked Material ==

'''The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark and copyright issues in-world:'''

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarks without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes all RL corporate logos and brand names.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable.
Notifications of trademark infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or its equivalent in another country.
Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates) where you allege the trademark is being infringed and the name of the Second Life Resident who you claim is infringing
For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the Search tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. For more information about Linden Lab’s DMCA policy, go to: http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.

Notifications of copyright infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660. On the cover sheet, please write ATTN: DMCA NOTIFICATION

If a DMCA notice is filed, and it meets the standard for a complete claim, Linden Lab will then expeditiously remove the indicated materials in-world.
Repeated copyright or trademark violations by a resident can result in their account being placed on probation or permanently banned.
Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials available at:

*http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
*http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
*http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Trademarks and Copyright in Second Life

2009-05-16T05:12:28Z

Trinity Linden: Trademarks and Copyright in Second Life moved to Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life: Changes and additions to content

#REDIRECT [[Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life]]

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2009-05-16T05:12:28Z

Trinity Linden: Trademarks and Copyright in Second Life moved to Trademarked, Copyrighted, and Celebrity Material in Second Life: Changes and additions to content

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2008-08-28T01:00:47Z

Trinity Linden: /* Copyrighted Material */

Linden Lab Official:Intellectual Property

2008-08-28T00:57:16Z

Trinity Linden: /* Trademarked Material */

{{Help|Misc=*}}
In Second Life, we hope creators will use their imagination to make content. Some create things that are inspired by real life objects, like cars or jewelry. As Second Life gets larger, we receive more questions about usage of copyrighted or trademarked material in Second Life.

You should not use copyrighted or trademarked material in Second Life, unless of course you have a right to use the intellectual property. Your rights are defined by applicable copyright and trademark law, including the law of fair use. These are complicated laws, and understanding our [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service] and [http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php DMCA information] is only a very small start to understanding applicable laws. Real world laws apply to intellectual property infringement, and nothing about your use of Second Life will shield you if you are infringing on someone else's intellectual property- the rightful owner of the IP can take direct legal action against you in real world courts of law.

The following describes more detail about how Linden staff treat trademark and copyright issues in-world:

== Trademarked Material ==

'''The following describes more detail about how Linden Lab treats trademark and copyright issues in-world:'''

Linden Lab generally removes content that uses trademarks without apparent authorization, with or without giving notice to the object owner. This generally includes all RL corporate logos and brand names.

It is often difficult to tell what may or may not be trademarked. However, use of designer logos and brand names without permission, such as Gucci, Nike, Louis Vuiton, etc., are usually not acceptable.
Notifications of trademark infringement must be in writing and submitted to:

Linden Research, Inc.
Attn: Linden Lab Removal Team
945 Battery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alternatively, fax the document to (415) 520-9660.

When submitting a notification of trademark infringement, provide a copy of the relevant trademark registration(s) from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or its equivalent in another country.
Please also provide the location in Second Life (the region name and coordinates) where you allege the trademark is being infringed and the name of the Second Life Resident who you claim is infringing
For more information, visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage: http://www.uspto.gov/index.html

You can also use the trademark look-up feature on that website: Use the Search tool under Trademarks on the left navigation when you go to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office homepage.

*Use the "New User Form Search (Basic)"
*Under View Search History, select "Plural & Singular " & "Live" radio buttons
*Enter the name of the business in question (ie. Nike)
*Press "Submit Query"

== Copyrighted Material ==

Linden Lab follows the procedures described in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) regarding copyrighted materials. This generally means that Lindens will not remove copyrighted material unless the owner of the copyrighted material notifies Linden Lab in accordance with the DMCA process noted on our website, at http://secondlife.com/corporate/dmca.php.

If a DMCA notice is filed, and it meets the standard for a complete claim, Linden Lab will then expeditiously remove the indicated materials in-world. Note that the item must appear in-world for Linden Lab to take any action.

Repeated copyright or trademark violations by a resident can result in their account being placed on probation or permanently banned.

Again, this is just a very brief description of laws pertaining to intellectual property. Residents interested in this topic are encouraged to more fully examine the materials available at:

* http://www.copyright.gov/
* http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
* http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Copyright
* http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/index.php/Trademark
* http://fairuse.stanford.edu/

Bottom line: we prefer that our residents be as original as possible when creating their content, and we ask that all of our residents respect the intellectual property rights of others.

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User:Trinity Linden/Office Hours

2008-07-01T20:45:45Z

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2008-06-13T14:10:33Z

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2008-05-29T21:31:11Z

Trinity Linden:

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2008-05-29T21:30:14Z

Trinity Linden:

{{Office Hours |Resident=Trinity Linden |location=[http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kremer/168/146/28 Kremer Office] |times=* Wednesday at 12 Noon SLT |topics=*Discussion of Governance Issues |}}

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2008-05-29T21:28:11Z

Trinity Linden:

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2007-11-24T18:20:13Z

Trinity Linden:

{{Office Hours |Resident=Trinity Linden |location=[http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kremer/168/146/28 Kremer Office] |times=* Saturdays at 12 Noon SLT |topics=*Topic announed at meeting |}}

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2007-11-24T18:19:03Z

Trinity Linden:

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2007-11-24T18:16:28Z

Trinity Linden: New page: {{Office Hours |Resident=Trinity Linden |location=[http://slurl.com/secondlife/Kremer/168/146/28 Kremer Office] |times=* Saturdays at 12 Noon SLT |topics=*topic announed at meeting |}}

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