Artwork IP Rights Policy

REKLINE Artwork & Intellectual Property Rights Policy

This policy explains how REKLINE handles artwork ownership, copyright claims, and intellectual property submissions.

🖼️ Who Can Submit a Claim

Any individual or entity who believes REKLINE is using their copyrighted artwork without permission may submit a claim.

Examples include:

  • Fabric or textile designs
  • Wall prints or photography
  • Exclusive illustrations or sketches

📄 Required Information for a Claim

To process your claim, you must provide:

  • Proof of Ownership — Copyright certificate, original files, drafts, or metadata
  • Artwork Description — Unique elements, creation method, or location
  • Evidence of Publication — First use, exhibition, or online display with dates
  • Identity Verification — Valid ID and full contact details
  • Legal Declaration — Signed statement confirming ownership and accuracy

📩 Where to Send Your Claim

Email: ip@rekline.co.uk
Subject Line: Artwork Ownership Claim Submission

🔎 Claim Review Process

  1. Acknowledgement within 7 business days
  2. Temporary removal/suspension of artwork pending investigation
  3. Full internal review targeted within 8 weeks

Claims without sufficient evidence may be rejected.

💰 Compensation if Ownership is Verified

If we verify your claim, you will receive:

  • 10% royalties on the net sale price of products featuring your artwork
  • Compensation applies retroactively to first usage

Net sale price excludes VAT, shipping, and transaction fees.

⚖️ Legal Notices

  • Filing a false claim may result in legal action
  • All claims must comply with UK copyright law
  • REKLINE operates under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

🛡️ REKLINE Due Diligence

  • We attempt to trace ownership using reverse image searches and copyright databases
  • We may review online portfolios and galleries before using designs
  • If ownership remains unclear, this policy ensures a fair resolution mechanism

By submitting a claim, you affirm that you are acting in good faith and hold rightful ownership of the artwork.