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# Intellectual Property Review

> Pre-distribution IP review process for apps on Nova Store

## Intellectual Property (IP) Review Process

Nova Store implements a mechanism for reviewing apps for intellectual property infringement prior to distributing them through our marketplace.

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## Pre-Distribution IP Checks

Before an app is listed, we review:

### App Metadata and Branding

* **App name** — Check for potential trademark conflicts with known brands
* **Icons and logos** — Review for similarity to registered trademarks or third-party branding
* **Screenshots and descriptions** — Identify references to third-party IP without authorization

### App Content

* **In-app content** — Review of visible content for obvious copyright or trademark issues
* **Assets** — Images, audio, and other media for potential infringement
* **Third-party references** — Unauthorized use of Apple, Google, or other company branding or assets

### Developer Attestations

Developers must attest that:

* They have the necessary rights to distribute the app and all content therein
* The app does not infringe the intellectual property of others
* They will indemnify Nova Store for IP claims arising from their app

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## Review Methods

| Method                    | Description                                                              |
| ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Automated checks**      | Comparison against known trademark and brand databases                   |
| **Manual review**         | Human review of metadata, branding, and content for obvious infringement |
| **Developer declaration** | Signed attestation of rights and non-infringement                        |

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## Outcomes

* **Approved** — App meets IP review criteria and may be distributed
* **Rejected** — App shows clear IP concerns; developer must address before resubmission
* **Conditional** — Developer must provide additional documentation (e.g., license, permission) before approval

Apps that fail IP review are not listed until the developer resolves the issues.

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## Contact

For IP review inquiries: [compliance@novastore.app](mailto:compliance@novastore.app)