1. The Point of This Policy
1.1 MyMiniStudio exists so hobbyists can paint miniatures and artists can get paid for their work. That only works if everyone's rights are respected: the artists', other rights holders', and yours. This policy covers content on the marketplace, content you import, and how to report infringement. It is part of the Terms of Service. It is operated by HobbyAspirations Ltd.
2. Marketplace Content Standards
2.1 Artists may only sell models they created or hold documented rights to sell. We review marketplace submissions before listing, and we may require proof of rights.
2.2 Content depicting third-party intellectual property (characters, creatures, vehicles, or designs from games, films, books, or other franchises) may not be sold on the marketplace without a documented license from the rights holder. “Fan art” is not an exception for paid content.
2.3 Listings may not use third-party trademarks in titles, tags, or descriptions, including the names of tabletop game systems, factions, and characters. Describe models generically (for example “sci-fi armoured infantry”, not a trademarked faction name). We maintain and enforce screening for commonly asserted trademarks and may reject listings on naming alone.
3. Content You Import
3.1 Import only files you have the right to use. A file being downloadable somewhere does not mean it is licensed for your use. Files you import stay on your device and are your responsibility; importing infringing content is a breach of the Terms of Service.
4. Reporting Copyright Infringement
4.1 If you believe content on the marketplace or otherwise distributed through the Service infringes your copyright, send a notice to admin@hobbyaspirations.com with the subject line “IP Notice”, including:
- (a) identification of the copyrighted work you claim is infringed (or a representative list);
- (b) identification of the material you claim is infringing, with enough detail for us to find it (listing URL, model name, or model id);
- (c) your name, address, email, and telephone number;
- (d) a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized by the rights holder, its agent, or the law;
- (e) a statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the rights holder or authorized to act for them; and
- (f) your physical or electronic signature.
4.2 On receiving a compliant notice we will act promptly: normally removing or disabling access to the material while we investigate, and notifying the artist or uploader, who receives a copy of the notice.
4.3 Knowingly making false claims in a notice can make you liable for damages. If your notice is materially incomplete we will tell you what is missing rather than act on it.
5. Counter-Notice
5.1 If your content was removed and you believe the removal was a mistake or misidentification, send a counter-notice to the same address including: identification of the removed material and where it appeared; your name, address, email, and telephone number; a statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed by mistake or misidentification; consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada (or, if you are in the United States, the federal district court for your address); and your physical or electronic signature.
5.2 We will forward the counter-notice to the original complainant. If they do not tell us within fourteen (14) business days that they have filed a court action about it, we may restore the material.
6. Repeat Infringers
6.1 We terminate the accounts of users and artists who repeatedly infringe, and we may terminate after a single serious violation (for example, selling stolen work). Termination for infringement forfeits pending marketplace payouts related to the infringing content.
7. Effect of Removal on Buyers
7.1 If a model you licensed is removed for rights reasons, we handle your purchase under the Refund Policy. Removal does not retroactively make your past, good-faith personal use unlawful under our terms, but continued distribution to you may have to stop.
8. Trademark Complaints
8.1 Trademark complaints follow the same channel and broadly the same process as Section 4, adapted to the claim: identify the mark, the registration or basis of rights, and the listing at issue.
9. Contact and Agent
9.1 Send copyright and trademark notices, and counter-notices, to admin@hobbyaspirations.com with the subject line “IP Notice”, or by post to our designated agent.
9.2 Our designated agent, registered with the US Copyright Office DMCA directory: Vlado Jokic, HobbyAspirations Ltd., 38 William Lewis Street, Kitchener N2A 4L6, Canada. Phone: 519-572-5442. Email: admin@hobbyaspirations.com.