You may sell designs that you have purchased online only if you have proper authorization from the intellectual property owner.
For example:
You hired a designer to create a custom design for you
You purchased a license that allows commercial use
Please note that licenses vary significantly. Some licenses:
Limit how many times a design can be used
Restrict resale on print-on-demand platforms
Grant exclusive rights to only one user
Each platform also has its own Terms of Service and intellectual property policies. You are responsible for reviewing and complying with those terms.
Spring cannot provide legal advice. If you are unsure whether your design infringes on someone’s intellectual property, you should contact the rights holder directly or consult an attorney.
If Spring receives a valid intellectual property complaint, we will review the notice and take appropriate action in accordance with our policies.
FAQs
1) My design was removed for copyright infringement. Can I send my license to get it reinstated?
If you believe your listing was removed in error, you may:
Submit a counter-notice, or
Contact us at policy@spri.ng
Providing documentation (such as a valid license) may support your claim.
However, if the license involved is exclusive, only one party may be entitled to use the design. In cases where multiple parties claim rights, Spring may allow the dispute to be resolved directly between you, the claimant, and/or the original designer.
Reinstatement decisions are made in accordance with Spring’s policies and the information provided.
2) Can the original designer file an IP claim against me?
Yes. The original designer or rights holder may file an IP claim if they believe the use is unauthorized or violates the terms of the license.
Spring will review the claim as it would any other intellectual property complaint.
3) Someone copied my artwork that includes purchased design elements. Can I file an IP claim?
If you have substantially modified a purchased design and someone copies your final work without authorization, you may submit an IP claim.
Each claim is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and you may be asked to provide documentation supporting your ownership and modifications.
Important Reminder
Creators are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary rights to use and sell any design.
There are many free and affordable tools available if you prefer to create original artwork from scratch.