DMCA

1. Introduction

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a United States copyright law that was enacted on October 28, 1998. The DMCA implements two 1996 treaties of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and is designed to update copyright law for the digital age. This legislation provides a framework for copyright owners to protect their works online and establishes a safe harbor provision for online service providers (OSPs) that comply with certain requirements. This document outlines the DMCA policy applicable to The Service, detailing the procedures for reporting copyright infringement and the rights of users and copyright holders.

2. Copyright Infringement Notification

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been infringed upon by content available on The Service, you may submit a notification of claimed infringement to our designated agent. Your notification must include specific information as required by the DMCA, including a description of the copyrighted work, the location of the infringing material, your contact information, and a statement of good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner. Upon receiving a valid notification, The Service will take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to the infringing material.

3. Safe Harbor Provision

The DMCA includes a safe harbor provision that protects online service providers from liability for copyright infringement, provided they meet certain criteria. To qualify for safe harbor, The Service must not have actual knowledge of infringing material, must not be aware of facts or circumstances that would make the infringing activity apparent, and must act expeditiously to remove or disable access to infringing material upon receiving proper notification. This provision encourages OSPs to facilitate the removal of infringing content without facing legal repercussions, thus fostering a safer online environment.

4. Counter-Notification

If material that you have posted on The Service has been removed due to a copyright infringement notification, you may file a counter-notification. This counter-notification must include your personal information, a description of the material that was removed, and a statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed as a result of a mistake or misidentification. Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, The Service may restore the removed material unless the original complainant files a lawsuit seeking a court order against you.

5. User Responsibilities

Users of The Service are responsible for ensuring that their content does not infringe upon the copyrights of others. By submitting content to The Service, users affirm that they have the necessary rights to use and distribute such content. Users must also respect the intellectual property rights of others and refrain from uploading, posting, or otherwise distributing any material that violates copyright laws. Failure to comply with these responsibilities may result in the removal of content, suspension of accounts, or other legal actions.

6. Repeat Infringers

In accordance with the DMCA, The Service will terminate the accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers. A repeat infringer is defined as a user who has been notified of infringing activity more than once and continues to engage in such activity. This policy is intended to deter copyright infringement and protect the rights of copyright holders. The Service reserves the right to determine whether a user is a repeat infringer based on the circumstances of each case.

7. Changes to This Policy

The Service reserves the right to modify this DMCA policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on this page. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our practices regarding copyright infringement and the DMCA. Continued use of The Service after any modifications to this policy constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

8. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this DMCA policy or to submit a notification of claimed infringement, please contact our designated agent at the contact information provided on The Service. We are committed to addressing any concerns regarding copyright infringement and will respond promptly to all inquiries.