Encouraging Infringement Policy
Encouraging Infringement Policy
WantAd users cannot advertise for items to enable, encourage, or instruct others to infringe copyrights, trademarks, or other rights.
Here are just a few examples of items and activities that aren't allowed on WantAd:
Not allowed:
• Advertising for original software and making a backup copy to resell the original
• Advertising for a box for an authentic product (such as a box for a Rolex watch) and to use it to sell a counterfeit item (see
also our policy on replicas, counterfeit items, and unauthorised copies)
• eBooks describing how to remove copy protection in order to copy content onto CDs, DVDs, or other discs (see also our policy on
recordable media and our policy on enabling duplication of copy-protected material)
• Websites where buyers can download bootleg recordings (see also our policy on bootleg recordings), or pirated games, movies,
music, photos, software, or other digital content (see also digitally delivered goods policy)
• Any software or device (sold separately or already installed on a product) whose purpose is to circumvent copyright protections,
such as: certain modchips, game enhancers, boot discs or video game converters; instructions on how to install a modification chip
(modchip) or similar device in a video game console.
Additional information
There are various laws protecting copyrights, intellectual property, patents, and trademarks. Visit the following websites to learn more
about the laws:
• The UK Patent Office
• The World Intellectual Property Organisation
• The Irish Patent Office
• International Trademark Association
This policy helps create a safer platform by prohibiting advertisers and sellers from using WantAd to encourage others to infringe on the
intellectual property rights of third parties. WantAd policy requires advertisers and sellers to comply with all laws and regulations.