Copyright Notice
& Privacy Policy
Our Designs. Your Privacy.
Last updated: May 7, 2026
Intellectual Property
and Copyright Notice
Original Works of Authorship
The memorial designs presented on VJMemorials.com are not stock images, public-domain materials, or generic templates. Each design is an original work of authorship, created by the artisans at VJ Memorials through decades of family-owned craftsmanship, study, and dedication to the art of memorialization.
These designs reflect sustained creative effort and a genuine commitment to creating meaningful tributes for the families we serve. Their distinctive character sets them apart within the monument industry, and they are protected under United States copyright law and applicable international treaties.
Ownership and Usage Rights
VJ Memorials retains full and exclusive ownership of all intellectual property rights associated with this website and the work it presents, including but not limited to:
- Designs. The unique arrangements of symbols, typography, shapes, scenes, etchings, sculptural elements, and artistic compositions incorporated into our memorials, monuments, and civic projects.
- Imagery. All product photographs, in-progress shop photos, completed installation photos, digital renderings, and website graphics.
- Brand Elements. The VJ Memorials name, logo, watermark, and associated trade dress.
- Written Content. All written materials on this website, including project descriptions, civic project highlights, and educational content.
Permitted Uses
Visitors may access this website for the purpose of researching, evaluating, and purchasing a memorial for themselves or their families. Limited personal use — such as downloading or printing images for private family discussions about a potential purchase — is allowed.
Prohibited Uses
Reproduction, modification, or creation of derivative works from our designs by competitors, monument dealers, cemeteries, funeral homes, granite manufacturers, or any commercial entity for resale or commercial purposes.
Web scraping, framing, hot-linking, or extracting images and design assets for use on other websites, in marketing materials, or in catalogs.
Use of our designs as templates or starting points for memorials produced by other companies.
Enforcement Policy
VJ Memorials is aware that unauthorized reproduction of original monument designs is a persistent problem within our industry. We actively monitor the marketplace — both online and within the broader monument trade — for potential infringements of our intellectual property rights.
Because of the distinctive nature of our designs, violations are generally identifiable. In the event of an infringement, whether by an online retailer, a physical monument establishment, or any other entity, VJ Memorials will pursue all available legal remedies, including claims for statutory damages, actual damages, and recovery of attorneys' fees, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Guidance for Families
Purchasing directly from VJ Memorials ensures you receive an authentic, original design crafted with the care, skill, and material quality our family has built our reputation on. Unauthorized reproductions often compromise important elements — accurate proportions, granite quality, depth of engraving, and overall artistic balance — that determine how a memorial endures over the decades.
To preserve the integrity and enduring quality of your tribute, please purchase directly through VJ Memorials.
Privacy Policy
Clear, plain-spoken, and short. Here is exactly what we collect, what we don't, and what we do with it.
What We Track
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our website — for example, which pages are most viewed, how visitors arrive at the site, and how they navigate from page to page. This information helps us improve the site and the experience we offer to families researching memorials.
The information collected through Google Analytics is aggregated and anonymous. It includes things like your general geographic region (typically the state or city level, derived from your internet provider), the type of device and browser you are using, the pages you view, and how long you spend on each page. It does not include your name, address, email, phone number, or any other information that personally identifies you.
What We Do Not Track or Collect
- We do not collect or store names, email addresses, or phone numbers from website visitors.
- We do not run advertising or remarketing pixels — no Google Ads conversion tracking, no Meta or Facebook Pixel, no third-party advertising networks.
- We do not sell, rent, or share visitor data with marketing partners or data brokers.
- We do not use behavioral profiling to target you with ads on other websites.
Cookies on This Website
Cookies are small text files that a website can store in your browser. The cookies our site uses are limited to the following:
- _ga and _ga_XNZF7RPPL5 — set by Google Analytics. These help us count unique visitors and understand site usage. They expire automatically after two years and contain only a randomly generated identifier; they do not contain your name, email, or any personally identifying information.
- Google Maps cookies — when you visit our Visit Us page, an embedded Google Map loads from Google. Google may set its own cookies (such as NID) when the map renders. These cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
You can decline or delete these cookies at any time using your browser's privacy settings, or by installing the official Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on. The site will continue to work normally if you do.
When You Contact Us
If you call, email, or message us about a memorial, we keep your contact information and the details of your inquiry so we can respond and serve you. This is normal business communication. We do not share this information with anyone outside of VJ Memorials and do not use it for marketing beyond the project you have asked about.
Your Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) gives you the right to:
- Know what categories of personal information we have about you. For most website visitors, the answer is: none, beyond what Google Analytics collects anonymously.
- Request deletion of any personal information we hold about you.
- Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. VJ Memorials does not sell or share personal information for advertising purposes, so there is nothing to opt out of, but you have the right to confirm this.
- Be free from discrimination for exercising these rights.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time as our website tools or business practices change. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Material changes will be noted clearly.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about this Copyright Notice or Privacy Policy, or if you wish to report a suspected copyright infringement or exercise a privacy right, we are here.