Copyright Notice

Information about copyright and use of content on HallinMedia.

Document type
Notice
Published
Updated
Version
1.0.0
Jurisdiction
Global
Audience
All

This copyright notice (the “Notice”) applies to all content provided by HallinMedia (“we”, “us”, “our”) on the website www.hallin.media and all related services, platforms and materials. The Notice is designed to inform about and protect the intellectual property rights that belong to us under applicable law.

1.1 Protected Material

All content on this website and in our services is protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights, including but not limited to:

  • Photographs and images
  • Graphic design and illustrations
  • Video material and animations
  • Texts and articles
  • Source code and software
  • Logos and trademarks
  • Audio recordings and music
  • Fonts and layout design
  • Database content and structures

1.2 Ownership

All content is owned by HallinMedia or our licensors, unless expressly stated otherwise. The content is protected under:

  • Swedish Copyright Act (1960:729)
  • EU Directives on Copyright and Related Rights
  • International conventions, including the Berne Convention and WIPO Copyright Treaty

2. Use of Content

2.1 Prohibited Use

Without express written permission from HallinMedia, the following actions are strictly prohibited:

  • Copying, reproduction, downloading or storing of content for anything other than personal use
  • Distribution, transmission or public display of content
  • Modification, processing or creation of derivative works
  • Commercial use or exploitation of content
  • Removal or alteration of copyright notices, watermarks or other ownership notices
  • Framing or embedding of content on other websites without permission
  • Use of content in ways that suggest partnership or endorsement from us

2.2 Permitted Use

The following use is permitted without separate written permission:

  • Display of content for strictly personal, non-commercial use via normal browser use
  • Sharing of direct links to our content, with proper attribution and context
  • Temporary caching occurring through normal browser use
  • Use expressly permitted through Creative Commons or other open licenses, where such are specified
  • Use falling within the scope of quotation rights according to the Copyright Act, with proper attribution

3. Licensing and Commercial Use

3.1 Licensing Options

For use beyond that described in section 2.2, a license must be obtained from HallinMedia. We offer various license types depending on usage area, extent and duration:

  • Exclusive and non-exclusive licenses
  • Time-limited and permanent licenses
  • Industry and use-specific licenses
  • Geographically limited licenses
  • Custom licensing solutions for specific projects

3.2 License Requests

For commercial use, license requests or information on special customization license agreements, please contact:

Please include detailed information regarding:

  • Specific content you are interested in
  • Intended use and extent
  • Timeline for use
  • Distribution or publishing channels
  • Geographic scope

4. Violations and Consequences

4.1 Identification of Violations

HallinMedia employs various technical and legal tools to identify and trace violations of our copyright, including:

  • Digital watermarks and metadata
  • Automated image search and matching systems
  • Regular monitoring of digital platforms
  • Network of industry partners reporting unauthorized use

4.2 Actions on Violations

Violations of our copyright are taken very seriously and may result in:

  • Formal cease and desist demands
  • Legal actions for copyright infringement
  • Claims for damages for actual damages and/or statutory damages
  • Requests for removal according to applicable law (e.g. DMCA, E-commerce Directive)
  • Reporting to relevant platforms and digital service providers
  • Publishing of the violation in relevant industry forums

4.3 Statutory Damages

Under Swedish copyright law and international legislation, infringers may be required to pay:

  • Reasonable licensing fee for the unauthorized use
  • Additional damages for other economic and proprietary injuries
  • Legal costs and attorney fees

5. Reporting Violations

5.1 Reporting Process

If you discover a potential violation of HallinMedia’s copyright, please report it immediately providing:

  • A description of the work protected and its location on our website
  • A description and exact location (URL) where the alleged violation was discovered
  • Your contact information (name, email address, phone number)
  • A statement indicating that you have good faith belief the use is not authorized
  • A statement confirming information in your notification is accurate

Report violations to our copyright representative:

6.1 Standard Attribution

All material provided by HallinMedia should be marked in the following format:

© [Year or Range of Years] HallinMedia. All rights reserved.

For example: © 2020-2025 HallinMedia. All rights reserved.

6.2 Digital Media

For digital content, copyright information should be included in:

  • Metadata fields where technically possible
  • Footer or other suitable location on webpages
  • Description or captions in social media
  • Watermarks on images when appropriate

7. Third Party Content

7.1 Licensed Content

Certain elements on our website may contain material licensed from third parties. Such use is done in compliance with respective licensing agreements, and all rights to such material remain with the respective owner.

7.2 User-Submitted Content

If you submit content to us (e.g. comments, reviews, uploads), you guarantee you have the right to do so and grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable, global license to use, copy, modify, create derivative works from, display and perform such content in connection with our services.

8. Exceptions and Limitations

We recognize and respect the exceptions and limitations contained in copyright legislation including:

  • The right to quote for criticism, reviews, education and research
  • Parodies and satires
  • Temporary copies needed for technical processes
  • Use for news reporting
  • Use for educational purposes in specific circumstances

8.2 Public Domain

Material that has entered the public domain due to lapsed copyright period or other legal reasons may be used freely, but proper attribution is appreciated.

9. International Aspects

9.1 Applicable Law

This copyright notice is governed by and construed in accordance with Swedish law, irrespective of conflict of law principles.

9.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising in connection with this notice or the use of our copyrighted material will be exclusively settled by Swedish courts in Västerbotten County, unless otherwise provided by mandatory legislation.

HallinMedia’s material is protected internationally under various conventions and treaties, including the Berne Convention and WIPO Copyright Treaty. Our copyright thus applies globally, irrespective of specific material being registered in individual jurisdictions.

HallinMedia reserves the right to change this copyright notice at any time. Any changes shall take effect immediately upon publication on our website. It is your responsibility to review this notice regularly to ensure you are aware of any changes. Your continued use of our website following the publication of changes constitutes your acceptance of these.

11. Contact Information

For general copyright inquiries, please contact us via:

12. Validity

If any provision of this copyright notice is found to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be interpreted, limited, modified or, if necessary, removed to the extent required, while the remaining provisions of the notice shall remain in full force and effect.