# IP and Trademark Policy

Last updated: 2026-05-25

## 1. Ownership

Sinister DM Tools™ software, source code, visual design, branding assets, documentation, and related materials are proprietary and protected by intellectual property laws.

## 2. No Implied License

Except where a written agreement explicitly grants rights, no license is granted to copy, modify, reverse engineer, distribute, or create derivative works from Sinister DM Tools™ materials.

## 3. Trademark Use

"Sinister DM Tools™", logos, and associated brand identifiers are trademarks or trade dress of their respective owners.
The ™ symbol indicates an unregistered mark.
You may not use them in a way that implies endorsement, affiliation, or sponsorship without prior written permission.

## 4. Third-Party Materials

Third-party components remain subject to their own licenses. See [ATTRIBUTIONS.md](ATTRIBUTIONS.md).

## 5. Reporting Infringement

If you believe content on Sinister DM Tools™ infringes your rights, submit a detailed notice through support including ownership basis, allegedly infringing material, and contact details.
The Sinister DM Tools™ brand is associated with the `sinisterdm.com` domain name.