Fair Use Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Praise aur Worship (referred to as "we," "us," or "our"), located at praiseaurworship.com. This Fair Use Policy ("Policy") governs the use of copyrighted content on our Website, including but not limited to Christian lyrics, guitar chords, and embedded YouTube videos. By using the Website, you acknowledge and agree to comply with this Policy, which aims to clarify how we use copyrighted material and to safeguard our rights under the fair use doctrine as set forth in various copyright laws, including the Indian Copyright Act and international copyright conventions.

This Policy is in addition to the Website’s Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and other applicable policies. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, you must immediately stop using the Website.

2. Understanding Fair Use

The fair use doctrine allows for the limited use of copyrighted material without obtaining permission from the copyright owner in certain situations, typically for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, research, or parody. Fair use is not an automatic exemption from copyright law; rather, it is a legal defense that is subject to interpretation based on a number of factors.

At Praise aur Worship, we rely on fair use principles to provide Christian lyrics, guitar chords, and embedded YouTube videos to our users for educational, devotional, and religious purposes. This Policy outlines the legal basis for our use of copyrighted content and the steps we take to ensure compliance with copyright laws.

3. Legal Basis for Fair Use

Under both Indian copyright law and the United States Copyright Act (Title 17, U.S. Code), fair use is determined by a careful analysis of the following factors:

1. Purpose and Character of the Use

   • The use of copyrighted material on Praise aur Worship is for non-commercial, educational, and devotional purposes. We do not monetize the content or charge users for access. This non-commercial nature strongly supports the argument for fair use.

   • The transformative nature of our use, where we provide lyrics and guitar chords to enable users to learn and perform Christian worship music, adds value beyond mere reproduction. We also embed YouTube videos in a way that fosters devotional and educational experiences for our users.

   • We provide commentary and instruction around the use of these materials, further strengthening our claim to fair use.

2. Nature of the Copyrighted Work

   • The copyrighted works (lyrics, guitar chords, and videos) on Praise aur Worship are generally published and widely available. While the creative nature of these works is recognized, our use does not diminish their artistic value, and the works are used in their entirety to serve their original religious and educational purpose.

3. Amount and Substantiality of the Portion Used

   • We use only the amount of copyrighted content necessary for educational and devotional purposes. For example, lyrics and guitar chords are shared to facilitate personal worship and learning, while YouTube videos are embedded without modification.

   • We avoid excessive use of any copyrighted material and ensure that it is not used in a way that could substitute for the original work or harm its market value.

4. Effect on the Market or Potential Market

   • Our use of copyrighted materials on Praise aur Worship is non-commercial and does not negatively impact the market for the original works. In fact, by providing lyrics, chords, and YouTube videos, we help promote Christian music and encourage users to engage more deeply with the original works.

   • We do not provide downloadable copies of the copyrighted materials, ensuring that users are directed to the original sources, such as purchasing music or accessing YouTube, which supports the artists and content creators.

4. Usage of Lyrics and Guitar Chords

We provide lyrics and guitar chords to various Christian songs to help users learn and participate in worship through music. The use of these materials is strictly for non-commercial, personal, and educational purposes.

• Purpose of Use: Our primary goal is to aid individuals and communities in learning Christian worship music. We use the lyrics and chords as part of this instructional and devotional process, which aligns with fair use principles.

• Non-Commercial Nature: We do not profit from the display of these lyrics or chords, nor do we charge for access to the content on our Website. This ensures that the use is in line with the fair use doctrine, which favors non-commercial, educational purposes.

• Acknowledgment of Ownership: All lyrics and chords belong to their respective copyright owners, and we explicitly disclaim ownership of the material unless otherwise stated. We encourage users to support the original artists and purchase official sheet music or songbooks where available.

5. Embedding YouTube Videos

The YouTube videos embedded on Praise aur Worship are hosted on YouTube’s platform and are used in compliance with YouTube’s API Terms of Service and YouTube’s Terms of Use. Embedding YouTube videos is a permissible use under fair use guidelines and is supported by YouTube’s embedding functionality.

• Purpose of Embedding: The videos are embedded to enhance the educational and devotional experience of our users by providing easy access to Christian worship music videos and other related content.

• Original Ownership: The embedded videos remain the intellectual property of their respective creators and are not altered or modified by Praise aur Worship. Each video links back to its original source on YouTube, ensuring that the original creators retain full control over their content.

• Non-Commercial Nature: The embedding of videos is purely for educational and religious purposes, and we do not profit from this content. Users are encouraged to engage with the videos on YouTube and support the creators by subscribing to their channels or purchasing their music.

6. User Responsibilities

As a user of Praise aur Worship, you agree to:

• Use the lyrics, guitar chords, and embedded videos solely for personal, educational, and devotional purposes.

• Refrain from downloading, copying, or distributing the copyrighted material in a way that would violate copyright law or exceed the scope of fair use.

• Respect the intellectual property rights of the original creators and refrain from using the content for commercial purposes without obtaining permission from the copyright owners.

7. Copyright Infringement Claims

If you are a copyright owner or an agent thereof, and you believe that any content on Praise aur Worship infringes upon your copyright, please contact us with the following information:

• A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.

• The URL or location of the allegedly infringing material on our Website.

• Your name, address, email address, and phone number.

• A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material in question is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

• A statement that the information in your notification is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Please contact us at praiseaurworshi@yahoo.com

Upon receiving a valid notice, we will promptly take down or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.

8. Modifications to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Fair Use Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website after such changes indicates your acceptance of the modified Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about any updates.

9. Legal Disclaimer

The use of copyrighted content on Praise aur Worship is governed by the fair use doctrine. However, fair use is a legal defense, not a right. While we believe that our use of copyrighted material falls within the scope of fair use, this determination is ultimately made by the courts, and the interpretation of fair use may vary by jurisdiction.

We provide this Fair Use Policy as a general statement of our practices and not as legal advice. If you have specific concerns about copyright or fair use, we recommend consulting with a legal professional.

10. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding this Fair Use Policy, please contact us at praiseaurworship@yahoo.com