Someone has deployed my project on Vercel using the domain `syndromemaincomputer.vercel.app`.
I am the original maintainer and I already own the official domain `syndromemaincomputer.app`.
My project is released under the GNU GPL v3.0 license, so anyone can use it as long as they respect the license terms.
However, this deployment on `.vercel.app` creates confusion and seems like unauthorized use, especially since it was done without my knowledge or agreement.
My questions are:
- Can I report this to Vercel as an abuse of name/code?
- Is there any way to claim the `.vercel.app` alias for my project?
- What is the correct procedure to protect my work and ensure users reach the official domain `syndromemaincomputer.app`?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can clarify the situation or share similar experiences.
The domain troubleshooting guide can help with most custom domain configuration issues. You might be able to use that guide to solve it before a human is available to help you. Then you can come back here and share the answer for bonus points.
You can also use v0 to narrow down the possibilities.
I’ve flagged this internally and will keep you updated.
Unfortunately, you cannot “claim” a .vercel.app subdomain that someone else is already using. Vercel assigns these on a first-come, first-served basis. However, if there’s trademark infringement or impersonation involved, that could be grounds for a takedown request.
Hi @giuseppetm, just checking in to see if you were able to address the unauthorized use of your project on Vercel or if you still need assistance. Let me know how it’s going!