Patents, Trademark & Copyright

CareMessage reserves the right to update these Notice and Usage Policies at any time.

CareMessage Patent Notice and Usage Policy

CareMessage holds patents for certain technologies and innovations that form the foundation of our health tech solutions. These patents are critical to advancing our mission of improving health equity through technology. Below is an outline of our ownership rights and guidelines regarding the use of patented innovations.

Patent Ownership

CareMessage holds exclusive rights to the following patented technologies and processes (collectively, the “Patents”).

The Patents protect our proprietary systems, methods, and technologies and ensure their ethical and effective application. This technology has been built on our innovative approach to delivering interactive text message based coaching programs, where a user enrolled in a campaign interacts with a server to obtain guidance on performing a set of tasks of the campaign to achieve a health goal.

US Patent No. 10311535

Text-messaging based coaching programs.

Publication Date: 2019-06-04

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US Patent No. 11178520

Text-messaging based coaching programs.

Publication Date: 2021-11-16

View Patent

US Patent No. 11722857

Text-messaging based coaching programs.

Publication Date: 2023-08-08

View Patent

Permitted Usage

You may not use or reproduce CareMessage’s patented technologies without express written authorization, except under the following circumstances:

  • Licensed Use: Authorized licensees may use the patented technologies strictly in accordance with the terms outlined in their agreements with CareMessage.
  • Research and Development: Use for non-commercial research purposes may be permitted with prior written approval from CareMessage, provided that such use does not infringe on our intellectual property rights.
  • Educational Reference: Academic or educational discussions may reference the patented technologies in accordance with fair use principles.

Prohibited Usage

Unauthorized use of our patented technologies is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action. Examples of prohibited uses include:

  • Reproduction or Distribution: Replicating, distributing, or otherwise exploiting CareMessage’s patented technologies without authorization.
  • Unlicensed Commercial Application: Using the technologies in any commercial product, service, or application without a valid license agreement.
  • Reverse Engineering: Attempting to reverse engineer, deconstruct, or modify CareMessage’s patented technologies.
  • Misrepresentation: Claiming ownership or misrepresenting your rights to use the patented technologies.

Enforcement

CareMessage actively monitors and enforces its patent rights to prevent unauthorized use. Any violation of these rights may result in legal action, including claims for damages and injunctions.

Reporting Patent Infringement

If you suspect unauthorized use or infringement of CareMessage’s patented technologies, please contact compliance@caremessage.org with the following information:

  • A description of the suspected infringement
  • Supporting documentation or evidence, if available
  • Contact information for follow-up

CareMessage Trademark Usage Guidelines

The "CareMessage" name and logo are valuable intellectual property assets owned by CareMessage. Protecting our trademark ensures the continued ability to represent our mission and maintain the integrity of our brand. Below are guidelines for the appropriate use of our trademark.

Trademark Ownership

"CareMessage" and its associated logo are trademarks owned by CareMessage, registered or otherwise protected under applicable laws. These trademarks represent the identity and reputation of our organization. Unauthorized use may result in legal action to protect our rights.

Permitted Usage

You may use the "CareMessage" trademark under the following conditions:

  • Non-Commercial Reference: You may use the name to refer accurately to our organization in news articles, academic papers, or discussions about our work.
  • Partnership Acknowledgment: Approved partners may use the trademark in promotional materials only with prior written permission and in accordance with specific brand guidelines provided by CareMessage.
  • Linking: You may create a text link to our website using the "CareMessage" name, provided the use does not misrepresent your relationship with us or imply endorsement.

Prohibited Usage

To protect the integrity of our brand, the following uses of the "CareMessage" trademark are strictly prohibited:

  • Misrepresentation: Using the trademark in a way that falsely implies sponsorship, affiliation, or endorsement by CareMessage.
  • Modification: Altering the logo, name, or any associated visuals in any way, including changing colors, fonts, or proportions.
  • Commercial Use: Using the trademark for advertising, merchandise, or promotional purposes without explicit written approval.
  • Domain Names and Handles: Registering or using "CareMessage" in domain names, social media handles, or similar identifiers without authorization.
  • Unauthorized Partnerships: Claiming or suggesting a partnership with CareMessage without our written consent.

Reporting Trademark Misuse

If you suspect misuse of the "CareMessage" trademark, please notify us immediately at compliance@caremessage.org. Include details of the misuse and supporting documentation, if available.

Brand Guidelines

To ensure consistency, any authorized use of the "CareMessage" logo or name must adhere to our brand guidelines. These guidelines include approved colors, typography, spacing, and usage contexts, displayed below. Contact info@caremessage.org with any additional questions.

Logos

We will be adding our logos here for download shortly.

Colors

Dark Indigo #212545

Deep Indigo #333C76

Violet #4151B4

Lavender White #F0F1F9

Sky White #F2F5FC

CareMessage Copyright Notice and Usage Policy

CareMessage regularly develops a variety of content for the purposes of providing healthcare education and behavior coaching. The content, design, and materials provided are protected by copyright law and owned or licensed by CareMessage. This includes, but is not limited to, text (eg. sample text messages), graphics, images, logos, videos, software, and other materials (collectively, the “Content”).

Copyright Ownership

  • Owner: All Content shared via this website, our web based application, or through additional means of distribution (eg. PDFs) is owned by CareMessage and is protected under U.S. and international copyright laws.
  • Scope: This protection extends to all original works created, published, or displayed including our proprietary systems, educational materials, message libraries, and software features.

Permitted Usage

For the public, you may access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes under the following conditions:

  • Unaltered Use: You may view, download, or print materials for personal use, provided you do not modify or alter them.
  • Attribution: When using Content for educational or informational purposes, you must provide appropriate credit to CareMessage as the copyright owner.

For CareMessage customers, included in your subscription service is the right to use our copyrighted materials during the duration of your service. This is subject to the Intellectual Property clauses in the CareMessage Master Subscription Agreement (MSA) with your organization.

Prohibited Usage

The following actions are strictly prohibited without prior written consent from CareMessage:

  • Reproduction or Distribution: Copying, reproducing, or redistributing the Content in any form, for commercial or non-commercial purposes.
  • Derivative Works: Creating adaptations, modifications, or derivative works based on the Content.
  • Framing or Embedding: Displaying Content on another website through framing, embedding, or similar methods.
  • Commercial Use: Using the Content for advertising, marketing, or any for-profit activities.

CareMessage customers are explicitly prohibited from reusing content created by CareMessage, or any derivative works, on any other platform.

Requesting Permission

To use CareMessage’s copyrighted materials beyond what is permitted under this policy, please contact compliance@caremessage.org with:

  • A description of the Content you wish to use
  • The intended purpose and audience
  • Your contact information for follow-up

Reporting Copyright Violations

If you believe any material on this Website infringes upon your copyright or violates applicable law, please contact us at compliance@caremessage.org with:

  • A detailed description of the alleged violation
  • Evidence of ownership of the allegedly infringed work
  • Your contact details for further correspondence