Counterfeit Policy & Reporting
Parsafy AI Inc. strictly prohibits the sale, promotion, facilitation, or distribution of counterfeit goods on our platform. Counterfeit goods deceive consumers, harm legitimate brand owners, and undermine the integrity of commerce. This policy applies to all users of Parsafy, including creators, advertisers, and anyone using Parsafy's AI-powered tools to generate or promote content.
This policy should be read alongside our Trademark Policy & Reporting page, which addresses the broader unauthorized use of trademarks. While related, the counterfeit policy specifically targets the sale, promotion, or distribution of counterfeit goods and unauthorized digital content — not merely misleading trademark use.
🚫 Overview & Prohibition
Parsafy is committed to maintaining a trustworthy and authentic platform for creators, consumers, and brand partners. The sale or promotion of counterfeit goods on Parsafy is strictly prohibited, regardless of whether the goods are physical or digital, whether they are described as "replicas," "dupes," "fakes," "imitations," or "inspired by" products, and regardless of price point.
This prohibition applies to all content on Parsafy, including but not limited to:
- Posts, stories, and videos promoting or advertising counterfeit goods.
- Direct messages used to solicit or facilitate the sale of counterfeit goods.
- Links to external websites or platforms selling counterfeit goods.
- AI-generated content created using Parsafy's tools (including ViraFrame) that promotes counterfeit goods.
- Accounts or pages whose primary purpose is to sell or promote counterfeit goods.
📖 What Are Counterfeit Goods?
Counterfeit goods are products — physical or digital — that use a trademark, brand name, logo, or other brand identifier that is identical to or substantially indistinguishable from a registered trademark or brand, without the authorization of the brand owner, in a way that is likely to deceive consumers.
Counterfeit goods include:
- Products bearing a fake version of a registered trademark — for example, a handbag with a fake Louis Vuitton logo, or a phone charger falsely marked with an Apple logo.
- Products falsely represented as genuine branded goods that are, in fact, unauthorized imitations.
- Products described as "replicas," "dupes," "faux," or "imitations" of branded goods when those descriptions involve use of the brand's actual trademark or logo without authorization.
- Digital goods — including software, media files, in-game items, NFTs, or AI-generated content — that falsely represent themselves as authentic, licensed, or official products of a brand.
- Unauthorized access codes, license keys, or subscriptions to paid software or services.
🔀 Counterfeit Policy vs. Trademark Policy — What's the Difference?
Parsafy maintains two related but distinct policies covering intellectual property in the commercial context. Understanding which policy applies to your situation will help you file the correct type of report.
| Issue | Counterfeit Policy | Trademark Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Primary concern | Sale or promotion of fake goods using a brand's trademark without authorization. | Unauthorized use of a trademark that misleads about brand affiliation or endorsement — not necessarily involving goods. |
| Typical examples | Fake designer handbags, counterfeit electronics, unauthorized digital goods, fake software licenses. | Impersonating a brand in a username, falsely claiming sponsorship, unauthorized use of a logo in marketing. |
| Commercial transaction involved? | Usually yes — sale, promotion, or facilitation of purchase. | Not necessarily — may involve misleading content without a transaction. |
| Where to report | This page — email [email protected] | Trademark Policy & Reporting — email [email protected] |
If you are uncertain which policy applies, describe the situation in your email to [email protected] and our Legal team will route your report to the appropriate review process.
⚖️ Violations vs. Non-Violations
✗ Policy Violations
- Selling or promoting non-genuine products that impersonate genuine products of a trademark or brand owner.
- Advertising products as "replicas," "dupes," "faux," or "imitations" using the brand's actual trademark or logo without authorization.
- Offering, promoting, selling, or facilitating unauthorized access to digital content, software, subscriptions, or media.
- Directing users to third-party websites or channels that sell counterfeit goods.
- Operating accounts whose primary or substantial purpose is to promote or sell counterfeit goods.
- Using AI-generated content (including content created via ViraFrame) to advertise or promote counterfeit goods.
- Selling counterfeit goods through Parsafy's direct messaging features.
✓ Generally Not Violations
- Providing news coverage, journalistic reporting, or commentary about counterfeit goods or the counterfeit goods industry.
- Educational content about how to identify counterfeit products or protect oneself from fraud.
- The legitimate resale of genuine branded goods, including secondhand or pre-owned items, where the goods are authentic.
- Consumer reviews of genuine branded products.
- Criticism or satire of brands that does not involve the sale of fake goods.
- Misleading trademark use that does not involve the sale or promotion of counterfeit goods — this falls under our Trademark Policy, not this counterfeit policy.
🤖 Digital Goods, AI-Generated Content & Counterfeit Policy
Parsafy's counterfeit policy applies equally to digital goods and AI-generated content. The following are expressly prohibited:
- Unauthorized software or media: Selling, distributing, or facilitating access to pirated software, unauthorized copies of films, music, games, or other digital media.
- Fake license keys or access codes: Selling or distributing unauthorized activation codes, license keys, or subscription credentials for paid software or services.
- Counterfeit digital collectibles: Selling or promoting digital assets (including NFTs) that falsely claim to be official, authorized, or authentic releases from a brand or creator.
- AI-generated fakes: Using Parsafy's AI tools or any other AI platform to generate content that falsely presents itself as an official brand product, authorized release, or genuine communication from a brand — including fake advertisements, fake product launches, or fake brand endorsements.
- Deepfake brand content: AI-generated video, audio, or images that falsely depict brand representatives, spokespersons, or products in a way that deceives consumers about authenticity or brand affiliation.
📣 Advertisers & Creators
Parsafy's counterfeit policy applies to all forms of content on the platform, including paid advertisements, sponsored posts, and creator-monetized content. Brand owners and advertisers operating on Parsafy must comply with this policy in addition to our Commercial Content Policy.
Violations of this policy by advertisers or creators may result in:
- Immediate rejection or removal of promoted or sponsored content.
- Suspension or permanent removal from Parsafy's advertising and creator monetization programs.
- Forfeiture of any revenue earned through content that violated this policy.
- Account suspension or permanent termination.
- Referral to relevant brand owners and law enforcement authorities.
Creators and advertisers are responsible for ensuring that all products and services they promote on Parsafy are genuine and lawfully authorized for sale. Parsafy may require proof of authenticity or authorization before approving promoted content in categories known to be at high risk of counterfeiting, including but not limited to luxury goods, electronics, software, and pharmaceuticals.
📝 Required Information for a Counterfeit Report
To enable Parsafy to investigate and act on your report efficiently, please include all of the following information. Incomplete reports will result in follow-up requests and may delay processing.
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Your Identity & Authorization
Your full legal name, title, and company name (if applicable). Confirm that you are the trademark or brand owner, or an authorized representative (such as legal counsel or a brand protection agency) with standing to submit this report. -
Contact Information
Your email address, mailing address, and telephone number. This information may be shared with the account holder involved in the alleged violation as part of our review process. -
Identification of Your Trademark or Brand
The specific trademark, brand name, or logo being counterfeited. If registered, provide the registration number and jurisdiction (e.g., USPTO Registration No. XXXXXXXX). Include a link to or description of your genuine product(s) for comparison. -
Description of the Counterfeit Activity
A clear description of the counterfeit goods or digital content being sold or promoted on Parsafy, including how the goods copy or imitate your trademark or brand, and why you believe they are not genuine or authorized products. -
Direct Links to the Infringing Content
Specific URLs or direct links to the Parsafy posts, accounts, profiles, messages, or content you believe violate this policy. A link to a general profile page is not sufficient — please provide links to the specific content at issue. -
Evidence of Counterfeiting
Where available, provide supporting evidence that the goods or content are counterfeit — for example, screenshots, purchase records, test purchases, or analysis comparing the counterfeit goods to your genuine products. -
Statement of Good Faith & Accuracy
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the reported activity violates Parsafy's Counterfeit Policy, and that the information in your report is accurate to the best of your knowledge. Include your signature (physical or electronic — typing your full legal name is acceptable).
📨 How to Submit a Counterfeit Report
To report a counterfeit policy violation on Parsafy, submit your complete report — including all required information listed above — to our Legal team:
710 South Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: Counterfeit Report — [Your Brand Name]
Only brand owners or their authorized representatives may submit counterfeit reports. Reports submitted by third parties without authorization will not be investigated. Parsafy does not accept anonymous counterfeit reports.
⚙️ How We Process Counterfeit Reports
Receipt & Acknowledgment
Upon receipt of your report, Parsafy will send an acknowledgment to the email address you provided. If you do not receive an acknowledgment, we have not received your report — please resubmit. Filing duplicate reports for the same alleged violation will not accelerate processing.Review for Completeness
We will review your report for completeness and accuracy. If required information is missing, we will contact you for follow-up. Incomplete reports will not be acted upon until all required information has been received.Substantive Investigation
Parsafy will investigate the reported activity, which may include reviewing the account's content history, comparing reported goods with genuine products, and assessing whether the reported use constitutes a genuine counterfeit violation or falls within non-violating uses such as resale of genuine goods or commentary.Notification to Reported User
If Parsafy determines that enforcement action is warranted, we will notify the affected account holder and provide them with relevant details of the report. The affected user will have an opportunity to respond before permanent action is taken in non-egregious cases.Enforcement Action
Where a violation is confirmed, Parsafy will take appropriate enforcement action, up to and including permanent account termination. In cases involving criminal activity, we may refer the matter to law enforcement authorities and cooperate fully with any resulting investigation.🚨 Consequences & Enforcement
Violations of Parsafy's Counterfeit Policy may result in the following actions, depending on the severity and nature of the violation:
First or Less Severe Violations
Removal of the specific infringing content or posts. The account holder will be notified and given an opportunity to acknowledge and remedy the violation. Continued violations following a first warning will result in escalated action.Egregious or Repeat Violations
Immediate suspension or permanent termination of the account, without prior notice or opportunity to remedy. Forfeiture of any revenue earned through violating content. Potential referral to brand owners and law enforcement authorities, including federal agencies investigating trademark counterfeiting under 18 U.S.C. § 2320.Parsafy's enforcement decisions are made at our sole discretion based on the totality of the circumstances. Enforcement action under this policy does not prevent brand owners from independently pursuing civil or criminal legal remedies against infringing users.
↩️ Appealing a Suspension or Enforcement Action
If your account has been suspended or content has been removed under this Counterfeit Policy and you believe the action was taken in error, you may submit a written appeal to Parsafy's Legal team.
Subject line: Counterfeit Policy Appeal — [your Parsafy username]
Your appeal should include:
- Your Parsafy username and the email address associated with your account.
- A clear explanation of why you believe the enforcement action was taken in error.
- Evidence that the goods or content at issue are genuine and lawfully authorized — for example, proof of purchase from an authorized distributor, manufacturer documentation, or licensing agreements.
- Any evidence demonstrating that the reported content constitutes news, commentary, resale of genuine goods, or another non-violating use.
Parsafy will review each appeal on its merits. Filing an appeal does not guarantee reinstatement. The decision to restore an account or content is at Parsafy's sole discretion following a thorough review of the appeal and the account's full history.
To report counterfeit activity on Parsafy, contact our Legal team:
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