Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Compliance

[Your Website Name] (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to complying with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This page outlines our policies and procedures for handling copyright infringement claims.

Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, you should send a written notice to our designated agent (see contact information below). Your DMCA takedown notice should include the following information:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work(s) claimed to have been infringed.
  2. Identification of the material that is infringing or subject to infringing activity and that is to be removed.
  3. Sufficient information to allow us to locate the material.
  4. Your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  5. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  6. A statement that the information in your notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
  7. Your electronic or physical signature.

Please be aware that under the DMCA, you may be liable for damages (including costs and attorney’s fees) if you knowingly make a false claim regarding copyright infringement.

Counter-Notification

If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification. The counter-notification should include:

  1. Identification of the material that has been removed or to which access has been disabled.
  2. Your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  3. A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal district court where you are located, and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice or their agent.
  4. Your electronic or physical signature.

Designated Agent for DMCA Notices

Please send your DMCA takedown notices and counter-notices to our designated agent:

[email protected]

Please note: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you have legal questions or need further guidance regarding the DMCA, consult with an attorney.

Remember to replace the placeholders with your specific website information and the designated agent’s details. Additionally, consider consulting with legal counsel to ensure your DMCA page is in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.