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1. Copyright Notice
© 2009–2026 Scream Max Studios Ltd trading as Scream Digital. All rights reserved.
This website, including all pages, content, design elements, and underlying code, is protected by copyright under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 and applicable international copyright treaties. No part of this website may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or used in any form without the prior written permission of Scream Max Studios Ltd, except as expressly permitted by these terms or by law.
2. Definitions
- •"Content" means all text, graphics, logos, icons, images, photographs, audio, video, animations, data, software code, and any other material published on this website
- •"Website" means screamdigital.co.uk and all associated subdomains and pages
- •"We", "Us", "Our" refers to Scream Max Studios Ltd trading as Scream Digital
- •"Deliverables" means any designs, code, graphics, branding assets, or other work product created by us for a client
- •"Client Work" means projects completed for paying clients, portions of which may be displayed in our portfolio
- •"Intellectual Property" (IP) includes patents, trademarks, service marks, trade names, design rights, copyright, database rights, domain names, and any similar rights
3. Website Content Ownership
All Content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, photographs, illustrations, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Scream Max Studios Ltd or its content suppliers and is protected by United Kingdom and international copyright laws.
The selection, arrangement, and compilation of all Content on this website is the exclusive property of Scream Max Studios Ltd and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.
Our website design, page layouts, colour schemes, visual style, navigation structure, and overall look and feel are original creative works and are protected as such. They may not be copied, imitated, or replicated in whole or in part.
4. Source Code & Software
All custom source code, scripts, applications, and software developed by Scream Digital for this website and for client projects is protected by copyright. This includes but is not limited to HTML, CSS, JavaScript, server-side code, APIs, databases, and custom plugins or modules.
Unless a separate written agreement explicitly grants full source code ownership, all bespoke code remains the intellectual property of Scream Max Studios Ltd. Clients receive a licence to use the code for the agreed purposes, not outright ownership.
Open-Source Components
- •Where open-source libraries or frameworks are used, they remain subject to their respective licences (e.g., MIT, GPL, Apache)
- •Our use of open-source components does not transfer any additional rights to our proprietary code that integrates with them
- •A list of open-source components used in a project can be provided upon written request
5. Images, Photography & Media
Images, photographs, illustrations, and other visual media on this website fall into several categories, each with distinct ownership and usage rights:
Original Media
- •Photographs, illustrations, and graphics created by Scream Digital are our exclusive property
- •These may not be downloaded, copied, screen-captured, or reused without prior written permission
- •Watermarked or low-resolution preview images are provided for viewing only and carry no usage rights
Licensed Stock Media
- •Where stock images, videos, or audio are used, appropriate commercial licences have been obtained
- •Such media remains the property of the respective copyright holders and stock agencies
- •Our licence to use stock media does not extend to third parties; separate licences must be obtained for reuse
- •Stock media used in client projects is licensed for the specific agreed use case only
Client-Provided Media
- •Media provided by clients for use on their websites or in our portfolio is used with permission
- •Clients warrant they hold the necessary rights to any media they provide to us
- •We are not responsible for verifying the copyright status of client-supplied materials
6. Trademarks & Brand Identity
"Scream Digital", the Scream Digital logo, and all associated brand elements are trademarks of Scream Max Studios Ltd. These may not be used, displayed, or referenced in any manner without our prior written consent, except as permitted by applicable law.
Our Trademarks
- •The Scream Digital name, logo, taglines, and visual brand identity are protected trademarks
- •Use of our trademarks in advertising, marketing, or any commercial context requires written approval
- •Linking to our website does not imply any endorsement or grant any trademark licence
- •Our trademarks may not be used in meta tags, keywords, or hidden text without express permission
Third-Party Trademarks
- •Other company names, product names, and logos appearing on this website are the trademarks of their respective owners
- •Their presence on our website does not imply endorsement of or affiliation with Scream Digital
- •All third-party trademarks are used solely for identification and description purposes under fair use principles
7. Client Work, Portfolio & Licensing
Our portfolio showcases work completed for clients. The intellectual property arrangements for client work are governed by individual project agreements. The following general principles apply unless a specific agreement states otherwise:
Ownership & Licensing
- •All Deliverables remain the intellectual property of Scream Digital until full payment is received
- •Upon full payment, the client receives a non-exclusive, perpetual licence to use the Deliverables for the agreed purposes
- •Full copyright assignment (transfer of ownership) is not included by default and may be negotiated separately for an additional fee
- •We retain the right to reuse techniques, methods, tools, and general design approaches across projects
- •Bespoke frameworks, reusable code modules, and proprietary tools developed during a project remain our property
Portfolio Display Rights
- •We retain the right to display completed work in our portfolio, case studies, award submissions, and marketing materials
- •Clients may request portfolio exclusion in writing before or during the project; additional fees may apply
- •Client logos, brand names, and screenshots displayed in our portfolio are used with permission for promotional purposes only
- •Portfolio display does not imply current endorsement by or ongoing relationship with the featured client
Design Concepts & Unused Work
- •Design concepts, drafts, and mockups that are not selected or approved by the client remain our property
- •Rejected concepts may not be used by the client for any purpose
- •We reserve the right to repurpose or develop unused concepts for other projects or purposes
8. Design Rights & Creative Works
In addition to copyright, our creative works may be protected by design rights under UK law:
- •Registered and unregistered design rights may apply to original visual designs, layouts, and graphic elements
- •Logo designs, brand identity systems, and visual guidelines created by us are protected creative works
- •The right to modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our designs requires explicit written agreement
- •Colour palettes, typography selections, and design systems created for clients are licensed for the specific project only, unless otherwise agreed
- •Pattern designs, illustrations, and custom iconography are protected as artistic works under the CDPA 1988
9. Permitted Use
Subject to the restrictions below, you may:
- •View and browse this website for personal, non-commercial reference
- •Print individual pages for personal use, provided you do not modify the content
- •Download content for temporary caching purposes in the normal course of browsing
- •Share links to our pages on social media, provided proper attribution is given
- •Quote brief excerpts for the purpose of commentary or review with clear attribution
10. Prohibited Use
Without our prior written permission, you must not:
- •Republish, reproduce, or redistribute any Content from this website on another website, platform, or publication
- •Sell, rent, lease, sub-license, or commercially exploit any Content from this website
- •Display any Content from this website publicly without attribution
- •Modify, adapt, translate, reverse-engineer, or create derivative works based on any Content
- •Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright notices, watermarks, or proprietary legends
- •Use automated tools (scrapers, bots, crawlers) to systematically download, harvest, or index Content beyond normal search engine indexing
- •Frame, mirror, or embed our website or its pages without express written consent
- •Use our Content to train artificial intelligence or machine learning models without explicit permission
- •Reproduce our website design, layout, colour scheme, or visual style for another website or project
- •Use any Content in a manner that could damage, disparage, or bring our brand into disrepute
11. Linking & Embedding
Linking to Our Website
- •You may link to our website provided the link is not misleading, does not imply endorsement, and does not damage our reputation
- •Deep linking to specific pages is permitted, provided the links open in a new browser window
- •We reserve the right to request removal of any link to our website at any time
Embedding & Framing
- •You may not frame, embed, or display our website within another website without written permission
- •Embedding specific Content (images, videos, text) from our website in other sites is prohibited without consent
- •Hotlinking (directly linking to our image or media files from another website) is not permitted
12. Third-Party Content & Integrations
Our website may include content from, or link to, third-party websites, services, and resources. This third-party content is subject to the following:
- •Third-party content, including embedded videos, social media feeds, maps, and review widgets, remains the property of its respective owners
- •We make no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or legality of third-party content
- •Links to external websites do not constitute endorsement of, or responsibility for, their content or practices
- •Third-party plugins, APIs, and integrations used on this website or in client projects are subject to their own intellectual property terms
- •Testimonials and reviews from third-party platforms are reproduced with permission or under fair use for commentary purposes
13. Database Rights & Data Protection
In addition to copyright, databases compiled and maintained by Scream Digital may be protected under the Copyright and Rights in Databases Regulations 1997. Systematic extraction or re-utilisation of substantial parts of any database on this website is prohibited.
Personal data collected through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). Intellectual property rights do not override data protection rights.
14. User-Generated Content
By submitting any content to our website, client portal, or social media channels (including comments, reviews, testimonials, feedback, or messages), you agree to the following:
- •You grant Scream Digital a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable licence to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and display such content in connection with our business operations, marketing, and promotional activities
- •You retain ownership of your submitted content but acknowledge the broad licence granted above
- •You represent and warrant that you own or have all necessary rights to any content you submit
- •You confirm that your submitted content does not infringe the intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of any third party
- •We reserve the right to remove, edit, or refuse to publish any user-generated content at our sole discretion
- •We are not obliged to compensate you for use of your submitted content under the licence granted
15. AI-Generated Content
Where artificial intelligence tools are used to assist in content creation, the following applies:
- •AI-generated or AI-assisted content published on this website has been reviewed, edited, and approved by our team before publication
- •We claim copyright over AI-assisted works to the extent permitted by current UK law, as substantial human creative input is involved in directing, curating, and refining such content
- •AI tools may not be used to scrape, analyse, or process our Content for training purposes without explicit written permission
- •Client projects that involve AI-generated elements will be disclosed and agreed upon during the project scope
16. Reporting Copyright Infringement
We take intellectual property rights seriously. If you believe that any content on our website infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact us immediately with the following information:
- •A clear description of the copyrighted work or intellectual property you claim has been infringed
- •The specific URL or location on our website where the allegedly infringing material is found
- •Your full name, contact information (email address, phone number, and postal address)
- •Evidence of your ownership or authorisation to act on behalf of the rights holder
- •A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is not authorised by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- •A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information you have provided is accurate and that you are the rights holder or authorised to act on their behalf
Our Response
- •We will acknowledge all copyright infringement reports within 5 working days
- •Legitimate claims will be investigated promptly, and infringing content will be removed or disabled
- •We may contact the person who posted the content to give them an opportunity to respond
- •Repeat infringers will have their access to our services terminated
17. Enforcement & Remedies
Scream Digital actively monitors and protects its intellectual property. Unauthorised use of our Content may result in:
- •Formal cease-and-desist notices requiring immediate removal of infringing content
- •Claims for damages, including actual damages and any profits attributable to the infringement
- •Injunctive relief to prevent further infringement
- •Legal proceedings under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 and other applicable laws
- •Notification to internet service providers, hosting companies, and search engines to delist infringing content
- •Recovery of all legal costs, fees, and expenses incurred in enforcing our rights
18. Governing Law
This Copyright & Intellectual Property notice is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from or relating to the intellectual property rights in this website or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Questions About Copyright?
If you have any questions about copyright, intellectual property, licensing, or content usage on this website, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Scream Max Studios Ltd trading as Scream Digital. Registered in England.
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