ANTI-IMPERSONATION & BRAND MISUSE POLICY

Last Updated: 26-11-2025

This Anti-Impersonation & Brand Misuse Policy ("Policy") is issued by MeanWhile Softs, the exclusive owner of the registered trademark Chanakya ERP® (A MeanWhile Softs Product) (Trademark Reg. Nos. 3825329 & 3825328, India).

This Policy outlines our strict stance against any unauthorized use, imitation, or misrepresentation of our brand, trademarks, identity, products, or digital assets.

It is legally binding on individuals, companies, publishers, resellers, distributors, partners, and all third parties who interact with or reference the Chanakya ERP brand.

1. Our Official Identity

The only legitimate and authorized entity owning and operating Chanakya ERP® (A MeanWhile Softs Product) is:

Chanakya ERP® (A MeanWhile Softs Product)

🌐 Website: https://www.chanakyaerp.com

📧 Email: legal@chanakyaerp.com

Any other person or entity claiming to own, represent, or operate under the name "Chanakya ERP" is fraudulent and unauthorized.

2. Prohibited Activities (Strictly Forbidden)

No individual or organization may engage in the following:

❌ 2.1 Use the name "Chanakya ERP" or confusingly similar variations

Examples include (but are not limited to):

  • ABC Chanakya ERP
  • Chanakya ERP XYZ
  • ChanakyaERP
  • Chanakya ERP Software
  • Chanakya GST ERP
  • Chanakya Application
  • Chanakya Software Suite
  • ERP Chanakya
❌ 2.2 Create fake or misleading business listings

Including:

  • Google My Business (GMB) profiles
  • Google Maps listings
  • Software directories
  • B2B portals
  • App listings
  • Social media pages
❌ 2.3 Publish fake PR articles or founder stories

Including unauthorized or fabricated features on:

  • General magazines
  • Startup magazines
  • Business directories
  • SEO blogs
  • PR syndication networks
❌ 2.4 Use our logo, UI screens, product names, or taglines without permission

Unauthorized copying or display of our content, branding, or UI is prohibited.

❌ 2.5 Claim to be the founder, developer, distributor, or partner of Chanakya ERP

Without an official written agreement from MeanWhile Softs.

❌ 2.6 Redirect users to fraudulent websites or contact numbers

Using our brand name for misrepresentation or deception.

3. Zero-Tolerance Policy

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance approach toward:

  • Impersonation
  • Misrepresentation
  • Identity theft
  • Passing off
  • Brand dilution
  • Trademark infringement
  • Unauthorized PR publishing
  • Fraudulent business activities
  • Misleading customer acquisition

Any such activity will immediately result in civil, criminal, and cybercrime proceedings.

4. Legal Rights & Enforcement

Under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, MeanWhile Softs holds exclusive rights to use the mark Chanakya ERP®.

Unauthorized use constitutes:

  • Trademark infringement (Section 29)
  • Passing off
  • Online impersonation
  • Criminal fraud (IPC 417, 418, 420)
  • IT Act violations (Sections 66C & 66D)

MeanWhile Softs reserves the right to initiate:

  • Cease & desist notices
  • DMCA takedown requests
  • Google Business Profile removal complaints
  • Cyber Crime FIRs
  • Civil suits for injunctions and damages
  • Criminal proceedings

5. Reporting Violations

If you find any unauthorized use or impersonation of Chanakya ERP®, please report it immediately to:

📧 Email: legal@chanakyaerp.com

Please include screenshots, URLs, and supporting evidence.

6. Authorized Channels

The ONLY official platforms representing Chanakya ERP® are:

Any other website, listing, publication, or representation is unauthorized unless explicitly approved by MeanWhile Softs.

7. Notice to Publishers, Platforms & Directories

All publishers, directories, websites, magazines, and platforms are instructed to:

  • Verify trademark ownership before publishing any content
  • Remove unauthorized or counterfeit content immediately
  • Refrain from featuring fraudulent third-party claims

Failure to comply may lead to legal action.

8. Updates to This Policy

  • We may update this Policy periodically.
  • Updated versions will be published with a revised date.
  • Continued misuse after publication will be treated as wilful infringement, strengthening our legal claims.

Chanakya ERP® (A MeanWhile Softs Product)

Registered Trademark — All Rights Reserved


Call us : +91 72270 77393 | Email us : hello@chanakyaerp.com

Chanakya ERP is an all inclusive platform.