Effective Date: July 13, 2026

Welcome to Shabddhara Publishing (“Shabddhara”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). This Copyright Policy explains the ownership and permitted use of copyrighted materials available on https://shabddhara.com and the responsibilities of authors who use our publishing services.

By using our website or publishing services, you agree to this Copyright Policy.

1. Ownership of Copyright

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Author retains full copyright ownership of their original manuscript, including all associated intellectual property rights.

Shabddhara Publishing provides publishing and related services only and does not acquire ownership of the Author’s copyright through the purchase of publishing services.

2. Rights Granted to Shabddhara Publishing

By submitting a manuscript for publication, the Author grants Shabddhara Publishing a non-exclusive, limited licence to:

  • Edit, format, and typeset the manuscript (where applicable).
  • Design and produce the book in print and/or digital formats.
  • Print and distribute the book according to the selected publishing package.
  • Display the book title, cover image, author name, book description, and selected promotional excerpts for marketing and promotional purposes.
  • List the book on applicable sales or distribution platforms where included in the purchased service.

This licence remains limited to the agreed publishing services and does not transfer copyright ownership.

3. Author Warranties

The Author represents and warrants that:

  • The submitted work is original or that all required permissions have been obtained.
  • The manuscript does not infringe the copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity, or other legal rights of any third party.
  • All quotations, illustrations, photographs, charts, tables, or other third-party materials have been used with appropriate authorization where required.

The Author accepts full legal responsibility for the content submitted.

4. Website Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, all content available on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Website design
  • Logos
  • Branding
  • Graphics
  • Icons
  • Text
  • Images created by Shabddhara Publishing
  • Service descriptions
  • Marketing materials
  • Blog content

is the property of Shabddhara Publishing or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

5. Permitted Use

Visitors may:

  • View website content for personal, non-commercial use.
  • Download or print limited portions of website content for personal reference only.

No ownership rights are transferred through such use.

6. Prohibited Uses

Without prior written permission from Shabddhara Publishing or the relevant copyright owner, you may not:

  • Copy or reproduce website content.
  • Republish website materials.
  • Sell or commercially exploit website content.
  • Distribute, transmit, or publicly display copyrighted materials.
  • Modify or create derivative works from website content.
  • Remove copyright notices or proprietary markings.
  • Use our logo, branding, or marketing materials in a misleading manner.

7. Unauthorized Distribution of Books

No person may reproduce, scan, photocopy, upload, share, distribute, or sell any book published through Shabddhara Publishing without authorization from the copyright owner or where otherwise permitted by law.

Unauthorized digital sharing, piracy, or commercial reproduction may result in legal action.

8. Copyright Infringement

If we receive credible information indicating that submitted material infringes the intellectual property rights of another party, we reserve the right to:

  • Suspend publication.
  • Remove the content from our website or distribution channels, where reasonably possible.
  • Request additional documentation from the Author.
  • Cooperate with competent legal authorities where required.

9. Fair Use and Legal Exceptions

Nothing in this Policy is intended to restrict any rights or exceptions available under applicable copyright laws, including fair dealing, fair use, educational exceptions, or other statutory rights.

10. Third-Party Content

Where third-party content appears on our website with permission, all rights remain with the respective copyright owners.

Any trademarks, service marks, or logos displayed on the website remain the property of their respective owners.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Copyright Policy from time to time.

Any revisions will become effective upon publication on this page, together with the updated Effective Date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Copyright Policy or wish to report a copyright concern, please contact:

Shabddhara Publishing

Website: https://shabddhara.com

Email: support@shabddhara.com

Business Hours:

Monday – Saturday

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (IST)