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Creator & Marketplace Terms

Last Updated: February 16, 2026

1. Introduction and Eligibility

1.1 Marketplace Overview

The PressForge AI Marketplace ("Marketplace") is a feature of PressForge AI ("Service") that allows eligible users ("Creators") to create, list, and sell design templates to other users of the Service ("Buyers"). Participation in the Marketplace as a Creator is entirely optional and constitutes a separate activity from your regular use of the Service. These Creator & Marketplace Terms ("Creator Terms") supplement and are incorporated into our Terms of Service. In the event of a conflict between these Creator Terms and the Terms of Service, these Creator Terms shall govern with respect to Marketplace-related activities.

1.2 Creator Eligibility

To become a Creator and sell design templates on the Marketplace, you must meet all of the following requirements:

  • You must have an active PressForge AI account in good standing.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age. Users between the ages of 13 and 17 may use the Service but are not eligible to sell on the Marketplace.
  • You must accept and agree to comply with these Creator Terms in their entirety.
  • You must complete a Creator profile, including your name, a biographical description, and valid payment information.
  • You must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.
  • You must not have a history of Terms of Service violations or intellectual property infringement on the Service.

1.3 Application and Approval

Creator status may require an application and approval process, at the sole discretion of DoodleWerks LLC ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). We reserve the right to deny or revoke Creator status at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to past Terms violations, quality concerns, or fraud risk. We are not obligated to provide a reason for denial of Creator status.

2. Content Upload Requirements

2.1 Minimum Quality Standards

All design templates submitted to the Marketplace must meet the following minimum quality standards:

  • Designs must be high resolution, with a minimum of 300 DPI for raster graphics. Vector formats are preferred where applicable.
  • Designs must be free from visible artifacts, compression errors, or other visual defects.
  • Designs must be professionally presented with a clean canvas and no extraneous elements.
  • Designs must be properly formatted and submitted in accepted file types, including PNG, SVG, PDF, or PSD.
  • Each listing must include a thumbnail preview that accurately represents the design being sold.
  • All designs must be complete, functional, and ready for immediate use by Buyers.

2.2 Proper Categorization

Creators must select the most accurate category for each listing (for example, Typography, Illustrations, Patterns, or other applicable categories). All tags must be relevant to and descriptive of the design. Keyword stuffing, or the use of irrelevant tags intended to increase visibility, is prohibited. Listings that are misrepresented or miscategorized may be removed from the Marketplace without notice.

2.3 Accurate Descriptions

Each listing title must clearly and accurately describe the design. Listing descriptions must include the following information:

  • What is included in the listing, such as file formats, number of layers, and individual assets.
  • Dimensions and resolution of the design files.
  • Font information, including whether fonts are licensed under the SIL Open Font License (OFL) or a commercial license.
  • Intended use cases for the design.
  • Any special requirements, limitations, or dependencies.

Creators must not make false or misleading claims in their listings. For example, a design may not be described as "exclusive" unless it is genuinely exclusive to the PressForge Marketplace. Additionally, Creators must disclose if any portion of a design was generated using artificial intelligence tools. This disclosure is mandatory for all AI-generated or AI-assisted content.

3. Intellectual Property Warranties

3.1 Creator IP Warranty

By uploading content to the Marketplace, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are the original creator of the content, or you have obtained all necessary rights and permissions to upload and distribute the content.
  • The content does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, or other intellectual property right of any third party.
  • The content does not violate any third-party rights, including rights of publicity, privacy, or confidentiality.
  • All fonts, images, vectors, and other elements included in your design are properly licensed for commercial redistribution.
  • You have the legal authority to grant the licenses described in these Creator Terms.

3.2 Font and Asset Licensing

The following requirements apply to fonts and assets included in Marketplace listings:

  • Open Font License (OFL) fonts: May be included in designs and must be disclosed in the listing description.
  • Commercial fonts: May only be included if the Creator holds a valid commercial redistribution license for the font. The commercial license status must be disclosed in the listing.
  • Stock images and vectors: May only be included if the Creator holds a license that expressly permits commercial redistribution of those assets.
  • AI-generated elements: Any elements generated using artificial intelligence must be clearly disclosed as AI-generated in the listing description.

Creators are responsible for maintaining proof of licensing for all third-party assets used in their designs and must provide such proof promptly upon request by the Company.

3.3 Original Work Requirement

The Marketplace is intended for original works created by the Creator, or for works that the Creator has properly licensed for redistribution. The following activities are prohibited:

  • Uploading designs purchased from other marketplaces or sources unless you hold explicit redistribution rights.
  • Uploading designs that contain copyrighted characters, logos, or trademarks belonging to third parties.
  • Uploading designs that depict celebrity likenesses or real individuals without their express written consent.

4. Prohibited Content

4.1 General Acceptable Use Policy Applies

All restrictions set forth in our Acceptable Use Policy apply in full to all Marketplace listings. This includes, without limitation, prohibitions on hate speech, illegal content, content that exploits minors, and all other categories of prohibited content described in the Acceptable Use Policy.

4.2 Marketplace-Specific Prohibitions

In addition to the general Acceptable Use Policy, the following content and practices are specifically prohibited on the Marketplace:

  • AI-generated templates without disclosure: Any design that was created in whole or in part using AI tools must be clearly labeled as such. Failure to disclose AI involvement is a violation of these Creator Terms.
  • Templates using non-commercial fonts: Designs may not include fonts whose licenses prohibit commercial use or redistribution.
  • Low-effort AI output: Unedited or generic AI-generated designs that do not demonstrate meaningful creative effort may be rejected during the review process based on our quality standards.
  • Duplicate listings: Creators may not upload the same design or substantially similar designs multiple times to artificially increase their Marketplace presence.
  • Misleading exclusivity claims: Creators may not claim that a design is "exclusive" to the PressForge Marketplace unless it is genuinely not available on any other platform.
  • Placeholder or incomplete designs: All listings must be finished, fully functional, and immediately usable by Buyers.

4.3 Trademark and Brand Restrictions

Creators may not include trademarked terms in listing titles, descriptions, or tags for the purpose of increasing visibility (for example, "Disney-style" or "Nike-inspired"). Designs that feature recognizable brands, logos, or trade dress belonging to third parties are prohibited. Generic style references are permitted (for example, "retro 80s style" or "minimalist modern"), provided they do not reference specific trademarks or brands.

5. Pricing and Revenue Split

5.1 Creator Sets Pricing

Creators determine the listing price for each of their designs, subject to a minimum price of $1.00 USD. There is no maximum price limit. All prices are denominated in United States Dollars (USD); additional currency support may be introduced in the future. Creators may offer discounts or promotions on their listings at any time, though participation in sitewide promotions requires prior Company approval. Price changes take effect immediately for future sales and do not affect prior purchases.

5.2 Revenue Split

Revenue from Marketplace sales is divided as follows:

  • 70% to the Creator (calculated on net revenue after payment processing fees).
  • 30% to PressForge (platform fee, calculated on net revenue after payment processing fees).

Payment processing fees (approximately 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction via Stripe) are deducted from the sale price before the revenue split is calculated. For example, on a $10.00 sale, the payment processing fee is approximately $0.59, resulting in net revenue of $9.41. The Creator would receive approximately $6.59 (70%), and PressForge would retain approximately $2.82 (30%).

5.3 Revenue Calculation

Revenue is calculated using the following formula:

  • Net Revenue = Sale Price − Payment Processing Fees
  • Creator Earnings = Net Revenue × 70%
  • Platform Fee = Net Revenue × 30%

6. Payment Terms

6.1 Payment Methods

Creator payouts are processed via Stripe Connect (preferred) or PayPal. To receive payouts, Creators must complete the payment onboarding process through their chosen payment provider. Creators are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date payment information and for maintaining a valid payment account at all times. Failure to maintain a valid payment account may result in delayed or forfeited payouts.

6.2 Payout Schedule

Payouts are processed on a monthly basis during the first week of each calendar month for the previous month's sales. There is a minimum payout threshold of $25.00 USD. If your accumulated balance is below the minimum threshold at the time of payout processing, the balance will roll over to the following month. Payments typically arrive within 3 to 5 business days after processing, depending on your payment provider and financial institution.

6.3 Payment Holds and Reserves

The Company reserves the right to place temporary holds on Creator earnings under the following circumstances:

  • New Creator holds: Earnings may be held for the first 30 days after a Creator's initial sale to mitigate fraud risk.
  • Disputed transactions: Earnings related to transactions that are subject to buyer disputes or chargebacks may be held pending resolution.
  • Policy violation investigations: Earnings may be held when the Company is investigating suspected violations of these Creator Terms or the Terms of Service.

Held reserves are released after 90 days if no issues are identified during the hold period.

6.4 Refunds and Chargebacks

If a Buyer is granted a refund for a purchased design (at the Company's sole discretion), the corresponding Creator earnings for that sale will be reversed. Creators will not be charged for payment processing fees on refunded transactions. Creators with excessive refund rates may be subject to account review, and repeated or unusually high refund rates may result in suspension of Creator privileges.

7. License Grants

7.1 License Granted to PressForge

By listing a design on the Marketplace, you grant PressForge a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to:

  • Display and market: Show your listing images, thumbnails, and previews on the Marketplace and in search results.
  • Distribute: Deliver purchased design files to Buyers upon completion of a sale.
  • Promote: Feature your designs in PressForge marketing materials, social media, and advertisements, with appropriate credit to you as the Creator.

This license remains in effect for the duration of your listing on the Marketplace and for a reasonable period thereafter to fulfill any pending transactions or address ongoing support matters.

7.2 License Granted to Buyers

When a Buyer purchases one of your designs, you automatically grant the Buyer a license on the same terms set forth in our Design License Agreement, which includes:

  • A worldwide, perpetual, non-exclusive license for commercial and personal use.
  • The right to use the design on physical products and digital products.
  • The right to modify the design and create derivative works.
  • No right to resell, sublicense, or redistribute the original digital design file itself.

This license is granted automatically upon purchase and cannot be revoked by the Creator. Creators may not terminate a Buyer's license except in cases where the Buyer has violated the terms of the Design License Agreement.

7.3 Creator Retains Ownership

Listing a design on the Marketplace does not transfer ownership of the design to the Company or to any Buyer. You retain full copyright and ownership of your original design. You remain free to sell the same design on other platforms (unless you have entered into a separate exclusive agreement with PressForge), to use the design in your own products, and to remove your listing from the Marketplace at any time. If you remove a listing, no further sales of that design will occur on the Marketplace; however, licenses already granted to Buyers who purchased the design prior to removal will remain in effect in perpetuity.

8. DMCA Compliance and Infringement Claims

8.1 DMCA Process

Copyright holders who believe that content on the Marketplace infringes their intellectual property rights may submit a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice to the Company. Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, the Company will review the claim and may remove the allegedly infringing content. The affected Creator will be notified of the takedown and may submit a counter-notice in accordance with the DMCA. The full DMCA process, including the designated DMCA agent's contact information, is outlined in our Terms of Service.

8.2 Creator Obligation to Respond

Creators must respond to infringement claims within seven (7) days of receiving notice from the Company. If requested, Creators must promptly provide proof of licensing or other documentation establishing their right to use the content in question. Failure to respond within the required timeframe may result in permanent removal of the listing and suspension of the Creator's Marketplace privileges.

8.3 Repeat Infringer Policy

The Company maintains a repeat infringer policy for Creators who receive multiple substantiated infringement claims. The following graduated enforcement applies:

  • First substantiated infringement: The Creator will receive a formal warning, and the infringing listing will be removed from the Marketplace.
  • Second substantiated infringement: The Creator's Marketplace privileges will be suspended for a period of thirty (30) days, and the infringing listing will be removed.
  • Third substantiated infringement: The Creator will be permanently banned from the Marketplace.

9. Content Removal and Moderation

9.1 Company's Discretionary Removal

The Company reserves the right to remove any listing from the Marketplace at any time, without prior notice, for any of the following reasons:

  • Violation of these Creator Terms.
  • Violation of the Acceptable Use Policy.
  • Intellectual property infringement, whether reported by a third party or discovered by the Company.
  • Failure to meet quality standards.
  • Misleading descriptions, tags, or metadata.
  • User reports or complaints regarding the listing.
  • Business, legal, or safety reasons at the Company's sole discretion.

9.2 Effect of Removal

When a listing is removed, it will be hidden from the Marketplace immediately. The Creator will be notified via email of the removal and the reason, unless the removal is related to a serious violation that warrants immediate action without disclosure. Licenses previously granted to Buyers who purchased the design remain in effect unless the removal is due to an intellectual property infringement that necessitates license revocation. Creators may appeal a removal decision by contacting the Company at info@doodlewerks.io with the subject line "Listing Removal Appeal."

9.3 No Refund of Platform Fees for Removed Content

If a listing is removed from the Marketplace after sales have been made, platform fees collected on those prior sales will not be refunded to the Creator. Creator earnings for legitimate, non-disputed sales will be retained by the Creator unless refunds are issued to Buyers in connection with the removal.

10. Creator Termination

10.1 Voluntary Termination

You may close your Marketplace shop at any time through your account settings. Upon voluntary termination, all of your existing listings will be removed from the Marketplace. Any pending earnings that exceed the minimum payout threshold will be paid out in accordance with the standard payout schedule. Licenses previously granted to Buyers for designs they purchased from you will continue in perpetuity, regardless of your termination.

10.2 Company-Initiated Termination

The Company may terminate your Creator status at any time, with or without notice, for any of the following reasons:

  • Repeated violations of these Creator Terms or the Terms of Service.
  • Intellectual property infringement.
  • Fraudulent activity, including manipulation of sales, reviews, or earnings.
  • Persistent quality issues that are not addressed after notification.
  • Abuse of the Marketplace platform or its features.
  • Legal or safety concerns, as determined by the Company.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination of your Creator status, whether voluntary or Company-initiated, all of your listings will be removed from the Marketplace immediately. Pending earnings will be paid out in accordance with the standard payout schedule, minus any amounts subject to dispute, chargeback, or investigation. Licenses previously granted to Buyers will continue in full force and effect, unless an intellectual property infringement issue requires revocation. The Company reserves the right to permanently ban terminated Creators from reapplying for Creator status.

11. Tax Obligations

11.1 Creator Responsibility

You are solely responsible for determining and paying all taxes applicable to your Marketplace earnings, including income taxes, self-employment taxes, and any other taxes required by your jurisdiction. You must report all Marketplace income to the appropriate tax authorities. The Company does not withhold taxes from Creator payouts except where required to do so by law.

11.2 Form 1099 (United States Creators)

For Creators located in the United States, the Company will issue a Form 1099-K if your annual Marketplace earnings exceed $600.00. Creators must provide accurate tax identification information (Social Security Number or Employer Identification Number) as part of the payment onboarding process. Form 1099-K will be provided by January 31 of the year following the applicable tax year.

11.3 International Creators

Creators located outside the United States are responsible for complying with all applicable local tax laws in their jurisdiction. Value Added Tax (VAT), Goods and Services Tax (GST), or similar taxes may apply to your earnings, and it is your responsibility to determine and remit any such taxes. The Company may be required by law to withhold taxes in certain jurisdictions; if withholding is required, the affected Creator will be notified in advance.

11.4 Sales Tax

PressForge may collect sales tax from Buyers in jurisdictions where it is required to do so. Sales tax collected from Buyers is not included in the Creator earnings calculation and does not affect the revenue split. Creators are not responsible for collecting or remitting sales tax on Marketplace transactions; the Company handles sales tax obligations where applicable.

12. Marketplace Fees and Changes

The current revenue split between Creators and the platform is 70% (Creator) and 30% (PressForge), as described in Section 5 of these Creator Terms. The Company reserves the right to adjust the Marketplace fee structure at any time, provided that Creators are given at least sixty (60) days' advance written notice of any fee changes. Fee changes will apply only to sales made on or after the effective date of the change and will not be applied retroactively to prior transactions. If you are unwilling to accept a new fee structure, you may close your Marketplace shop at any time before the effective date of the change.

13. Prohibited Marketplace Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited on the Marketplace. Violation of any of these prohibitions may result in immediate suspension or termination of your Creator status:

  • Self-purchasing or wash trading: Purchasing your own listings or arranging for others to do so in order to artificially boost visibility, rankings, or sales figures.
  • Fake reviews or review manipulation: Creating, soliciting, or incentivizing fake or misleading reviews for your own listings or for those of other Creators.
  • Coordinated buying or selling schemes: Participating in arrangements with other users to artificially inflate sales numbers or manipulate Marketplace metrics.
  • Price fixing or collusion: Coordinating with other Creators to set prices, restrict competition, or otherwise manipulate the Marketplace.
  • Circumventing the platform: Directing Buyers to complete transactions outside of the PressForge Marketplace, including through external payment methods, direct transfers, or off-platform sales channels.
  • Spam or unsolicited promotion: Sending unsolicited messages, comments, or communications to other users for the purpose of promoting your Marketplace listings.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Disputes Between Creators and the Company

Any disputes arising between a Creator and the Company in connection with these Creator Terms or the Marketplace shall be subject to the arbitration clause and dispute resolution procedures set forth in the Terms of Service.

14.2 Disputes Between Creators and Buyers

Disputes between Creators and Buyers should be resolved directly between the parties whenever possible. The Company may, at its sole discretion, offer to mediate such disputes but is not obligated to do so. If the Company does mediate a dispute between a Creator and a Buyer, the Company's decision shall be final and binding on both parties.

15. Representations and Warranties

By participating in the Marketplace as a Creator, you represent and warrant that:

  • All content you upload to the Marketplace is original or properly licensed for redistribution, and does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any third party.
  • You have the legal authority and capacity to enter into and comply with these Creator Terms.
  • You will comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations in connection with your Marketplace activities.
  • All information you provide in connection with your Creator account and Marketplace listings is accurate, complete, and not misleading.

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DoodleWerks LLC, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

  • Content you upload to the Marketplace.
  • Any intellectual property infringement resulting from your Marketplace listings.
  • Your violation of these Creator Terms, the Terms of Service, or the Acceptable Use Policy.
  • Any disputes between you and Buyers related to designs you have listed or sold on the Marketplace.

17. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for:

  • Lost Marketplace revenue, sales, or anticipated earnings.
  • Buyer chargebacks, disputes, or refund requests.
  • Temporary Marketplace outages, downtime, or service interruptions.
  • Changes to Marketplace features, functionality, or policies.

In no event shall the Company's total aggregate liability to any Creator arising out of or related to the Marketplace exceed the total amount of Creator earnings paid to that Creator during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

18. Changes to These Creator Terms

The Company reserves the right to update or modify these Creator Terms at any time. If we make material changes, we will provide Creators with at least thirty (30) days' advance notice via email or through an in-app notification. Your continued participation in the Marketplace after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Creator Terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you may close your Marketplace shop at any time before the effective date of the updated terms.

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Creator Terms, need Marketplace support, or wish to report an issue, please contact us:

DoodleWerks LLC
Email: info@doodlewerks.io
Subject line: "Marketplace Inquiry" or "Creator Support"

For DMCA takedown notices, please refer to the DMCA agent contact information provided in our Terms of Service.

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