## Brand Protection
At *Spark Thunder, protecting the integrity of our brand isn’t just a legal necessity—it’s a promise to our community. Every design we release, every product we ship, and every piece of content we share is part of a larger commitment to quality, creativity, and authenticity. That commitment extends to making sure that when you buy Spark Thunder, you’re getting the *real deal—not a knockoff, not a poorly made copy, and definitely not something we wouldn’t stand behind 100%.
### Why Brand Protection Matters
Counterfeit products and unauthorized sellers don’t just hurt our brand—they can hurt you, the customer. Imitation products may be made with substandard materials, pose safety risks, or simply fall apart in ways that don’t reflect our design or quality standards. Worse, they often infringe on intellectual property and exploit the work of artists, designers, and teams who’ve poured time and talent into bringing Spark Thunder to life.
When you support Spark Thunder, you’re supporting original creators and protecting innovation.
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### Intellectual Property Rights
All content on [shop.sparkthunder.com](https://shop.sparkthunder.com)—including but not limited to product designs, logos, images, graphics, packaging, and marketing materials—is the exclusive property of Spark Thunder and is protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws both in the United States and internationally.
We actively enforce our rights under:
– The Lanham Act (U.S. trademark law)
– U.S. Copyright Act
– Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
– International treaties and conventions on intellectual property
Any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or sale of Spark Thunder products, assets, or designs—whether online or offline—constitutes infringement and may result in legal action, including cease and desist orders, takedown notices, and claims for monetary damages.
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### Unauthorized Sellers & Counterfeits
To be clear: *Spark Thunder does not authorize any third-party resellers*. Our official store is located right here at [shop.sparkthunder.com](https://shop.sparkthunder.com), and any other platform, seller, or site offering “Spark Thunder” merchandise without our written consent is not affiliated with us in any way.
If you’re purchasing Spark Thunder products anywhere outside our official site, there’s a high likelihood the items are counterfeit or not up to our standards.
We regularly monitor e-commerce platforms, social media, and marketplaces for:
– Fake Spark Thunder merchandise
– Imitations using similar logos or graphics
– Sellers using our product photography or brand name without authorization
– Suspicious listings with altered branding
When we identify such violations, we take immediate steps to remove the content and pursue enforcement through digital and legal channels.
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### Help Us Protect the Brand
We can’t be everywhere—but our amazing community often is. If you spot counterfeit Spark Thunder products, unauthorized sellers, or any use of our brand that seems suspicious, please let us know. Your tips help protect the brand and the people who support it.
👉 *Report Violations or Concerns*: [support@sparkthunder.com](mailto:support@sparkthunder.com)
Please include as much detail as you can, including links, screenshots, seller information, or where you saw the misuse. All reports are reviewed confidentially, and your help is always appreciated.
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### Respect for Creators
Spark Thunder isn’t a faceless company—it’s a team of artists, designers, creators, and dreamers who believe in bold ideas and original work. We ask that others respect that work, just as we respect the work of others in the industry. If you’re inspired by what we do—great! Reach out, collaborate, license, or credit where credit’s due. Just don’t copy, rip off, or misrepresent what we’ve built.
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### Final Word
Brand protection is about more than logos and legal speak. It’s about *trust*. It’s about knowing that when you rock something from Spark Thunder, you’re wearing something authentic—something made with purpose. Thank you for standing with us, staying sharp, and helping keep the Spark alive.
Counterfeit products can be dangerous.
For many conterfeit goods, the risk consists in the product containing substances which have not been approved, such as illegal dyes and chemicals. Contact with these products may sometimes lead to allergic reactions.
Buy fake, buy twice.
Because of their poorer quality and durability, counterfeit goods don’t actually save you money.
Counterfeiting harms employees at legitimate businesses.
Approximately 2 million jobs are lost worldwide per year as a result of counterfeiting.
Counterfeiting stifles creativity.
All counterfeit sales discourage originality by mimicking legitimate brands with innovative ideas.
Purchasing counterfeit items supports organized crime.
Counterfeit sales have been linked to organized crime with the profits going towards drug smuggling, human trafficking, child labour, modern slavery and even terrorist activity. Counterfeits are often produced in sweatshops run by criminal gangs. Workers have little to no protection, with fundamental human rights ignored.
Counterfeiting is illegal.
Bottom line, when you purchase a counterfeit item, you’re supporting an illegal activity.
STAYING SAFE ONLINE – TOP TIPS
1. Check the website is secure
Look for the green padlock icon in the address bar.
2. Check for spelling or grammatical errors.
In the URL and on the website itself.
3. Never pay for online purchases with a bank transfer or send money using money transfer services such as Western Union.
Use a credit card when buying online to help protect you. It means you can make a claim against your card provider.
4. Ensure the website address begins ‘https’ at the payment stage.
This indicates a secure payment.
5. Check the website has a valid certificate.
Check who has registered the website by clicking on the green padlock or to the left of the address bar.
6. Read the small print.
Shipping location, shipping charges, return and refund policies. Avoid purchasing from sellers with unclear T’s & C’s.
7. Check the ‘Contact Us’ section.
There should always be customer service telephone number, email address and mailing addresses. The ‘Contact Us’ section should not be a blank form which require the input of personal information.
8. Check seller’s reputation and customer feedback.
Including reviews on Trustpilot.
9. Are there significant discounts being offered?
Look for large discounts from very high to low prices. Trust your instincts. If it’s too good to be true, it probably is.
10. Watch out for pop-ups appearing.10. Watch out for pop-ups appearing.
Asking you to confirm your card details before you are on the payment stage. Never enter your PIN online.