Last Updated: 2026-01-01
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The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a United States copyright law that implements two 1996 treaties of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The DMCA is designed to protect copyright owners and their works in the digital environment. This section outlines the procedures and policies of The Service regarding copyright infringement claims and the rights of users and copyright holders.
The DMCA establishes a safe harbor provision that protects online service providers from liability for copyright infringement committed by their users, provided that the service providers comply with certain requirements. To qualify for this safe harbor, The Platform must not have actual knowledge of infringement, must not be aware of facts or circumstances that make infringing activity apparent, and must act expeditiously to remove or disable access to infringing material upon receiving proper notification.
Copyright holders have the right to protect their original works from unauthorized use. Under the DMCA, they can submit a notice of claimed infringement to The Service, which must include specific information such as the copyright owner's contact details, a description of the copyrighted work, and a statement that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner. This notice initiates the process for The Platform to investigate and take appropriate action.
Users of The Service are responsible for ensuring that their activities do not infringe upon the copyrights of others. By using the Platform, users agree to comply with all applicable copyright laws and regulations. Users must refrain from uploading, posting, or otherwise distributing content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of any third party. Failure to comply with these responsibilities may result in the removal of content and/or termination of user accounts.
If a user believes that their content has been removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, they may submit a counter-notice to The Service. This counter-notice must include the user's contact information, identification of the material that was removed, and a statement under penalty of perjury that the user has a good faith belief that the material was removed due to a mistake or misidentification. Upon receiving a valid counter-notice, The Platform may restore the material in question unless the copyright owner files an action seeking a court order against the user.
The Service maintains a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users who are repeat infringers of copyright. This policy is designed to protect the rights of copyright holders and to ensure that The Platform remains a safe environment for all users. The Service reserves the right to terminate accounts or access to the Platform for any user who is found to be infringing upon the copyrights of others or who fails to comply with the DMCA.
The Service disclaims any liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages that may arise from the use of or inability to use the Platform. This includes, but is not limited to, damages related to copyright infringement claims. Users acknowledge that they use the Platform at their own risk and that The Service is not responsible for any content uploaded by users or any claims resulting from such content.
The Service reserves the right to modify this DMCA policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Platform. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how The Service is protecting copyright and intellectual property rights. Continued use of the Platform following any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
For any questions regarding this DMCA policy, copyright infringement claims, or to submit a notice of claimed infringement, users may contact The Service at the designated contact information provided on the Platform. It is important to include all required information in any correspondence to ensure a prompt and effective response.
