At Technical Munch, we respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. This Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy outlines how we handle claims of copyright infringement in compliance with the DMCA.
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been infringed upon by content on Technical Munch, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice to us. Please review the information below to understand the process and requirements for submitting a valid DMCA notice.
1. Notice of Copyright Infringement
Under the DMCA, a copyright holder (or their authorized representative) can submit a notice to request the removal of infringing content. To ensure that your DMCA notice is valid, it must include the following:
a) Identification of the Copyrighted Work
Provide a description of the copyrighted work that you believe has been infringed upon. If you are claiming multiple copyrighted works, please provide a representative list of them.
b) Identification of the Infringing Content
Provide specific URLs or a detailed description of the content that you believe infringes your copyrighted work. This should include the exact location of the infringing material on Technical Munch (e.g., URL of the page or post).
c) Contact Information
Include your full name, address, phone number, and email address so that we can contact you regarding your notice.
d) Statement of Good Faith
Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the content in question is infringing upon your rights and that the information provided is accurate.
e) Statement of Authority
A statement that the information in the notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are either the copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
f) Signature
Your physical or electronic signature (this may be your typed name if submitting via email).
2. Counter-Notification
If you believe that your content has been removed as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you have the right to file a counter-notification. To submit a counter-notification, you must provide the following:
a) Identification of the Material
Provide the URL of the material that has been removed or disabled and its location before it was removed or disabled.
b) Statement of Good Faith
Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification.
c) Your Contact Information
Provide your name, address, phone number, and email address.
d) Consent to Jurisdiction
State that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in the district where your address is located, or if you are outside the United States, the jurisdiction of the courts where Technical Munch is based.
e) Signature
Your physical or electronic signature (this may be your typed name if submitting via email).
Once a counter-notification is submitted, we will review it and, if valid, restore the removed content within a reasonable timeframe. Please note that submitting a false counter-notification may result in legal consequences.
3. DMCA Takedown Process
Once we receive a valid DMCA takedown notice, we will act promptly to remove or disable access to the infringing material. Upon removal, we will notify the user who posted the content in question and provide them with an opportunity to submit a counter-notification.
4. Repeat Infringers
In accordance with the DMCA, Technical Munch may terminate the accounts of users who are found to be repeat infringers. If we receive multiple valid notices of infringement from different copyright owners regarding the same user or content, we reserve the right to permanently remove that user’s access to the website.
5. Limitations of Liability
Under the DMCA, Technical Munch is not liable for infringing content posted by third-party users of the website. However, upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice, we will remove or disable access to the infringing content.
We will also make reasonable efforts to notify the user who posted the content so they have an opportunity to submit a counter-notification. Technical Munch does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any content and disclaims any liability for damages arising from the removal of content or the restoration of content after a counter-notification.
6. How to Submit a DMCA Notice
To submit a DMCA takedown notice or counter-notification, please send an email with the required information to:
Email Address: contact@technicalmunch.com
Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Notice or DMCA Counter-Notification
Technical Munch
7. Changes to This DMCA Policy
Technical Munch reserves the right to update or modify this DMCA policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this DMCA policy or wish to file a takedown notice, counter-notification, or seek clarification, please contact us at:
Email: contact@technicalmunch.com
Disclaimer: This DMCA policy is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. If you have specific legal concerns, you should consult a legal professional for guidance.