1. Copyright Protection Commitment
🛡️ Our Stance
CaptchaEarn respects the intellectual property rights of creators, copyright holders, and content owners. We are committed to complying with applicable copyright laws, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
⚖️ Legal Compliance
We operate in accordance with:
- Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) - United States
- Copyright Act of India, 1957
- International copyright conventions
- Platform Terms of Service
📋 Policy Applicability
This policy applies to all:
- User-generated content on our platform
- Platform content and materials
- Third-party content displayed through our services
- Advertisements and promotional materials
- All digital assets and intellectual property
2. Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice
📝 Required Information
To submit a valid DMCA takedown notice, you must include ALL of the following information:
- Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed (URL, title, registration number if applicable)
- Identification of the infringing material including exact URLs where the material is located on our platform
- Your contact information including name, address, telephone number, and email address
- Statement of good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- Statement under penalty of perjury that the information in the notice is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
📄 Notice Formats
⚠️ Important Warning
False Claims: Knowingly misrepresenting that material is infringing may result in liability for damages, including costs and attorney's fees. Please ensure you have a valid claim before submitting.
3. Designated DMCA Agent
👤 Official Designated Agent
📮 Postal Address
CaptchaEarn DMCA Agent
Attention: Copyright Compliance
Registered Office Address
India
For registered mail only - include return address
📋 Agent Requirements
Our designated agent is responsible for:
- Receiving and processing DMCA notices
- Coordinating with legal counsel
- Managing takedown and restoration processes
- Maintaining records as required by law
- Communicating with claimants and users
4. Takedown Process & Timeline
Notice Receipt
Upon receiving a complete DMCA notice, we acknowledge receipt within 24-48 business hours.
Preliminary Review
Our team reviews the notice for completeness and validity (1-3 business days).
Content Removal
If notice is valid, we remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material (1-5 business days).
User Notification
We notify the affected user and provide information about counter-notification procedures.
Record Keeping
We maintain records of the notice and our actions as required by law.
⏰ Processing Timeframes
- Standard Cases: 3-7 business days
- Complex Cases: 7-14 business days
- Emergency Requests: 24-48 hours (with valid justification)
- International Claims: 5-10 business days
5. Counter-Notification Procedure
🔄 Submitting a Counter-Notice
If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification containing:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the removed material and its location before removal
- Statement under penalty of perjury of good faith belief of mistaken removal
- Your name, address, telephone number, and consent to local court jurisdiction
- Statement accepting service of process from the complaining party
⚖️ Counter-Notice Process
Step 1: Submission
Submit complete counter-notice to our designated agent
Step 2: Forwarding
We forward the counter-notice to the original claimant
Step 3: Waiting Period
10-14 business day waiting period for legal action
Step 4: Restoration
Content may be restored if no legal action is taken
⚠️ Counter-Notice Warning
Legal Consequences: Submitting a false counter-notice may result in legal liability. Only submit a counter-notice if you have a legitimate claim and are prepared to defend it in court.
6. Repeat Infringer Policy
🚫 Policy Enforcement
CaptchaEarn maintains a strict policy regarding repeat copyright infringers in accordance with DMCA requirements:
- First offense: Warning and content removal
- Second offense: Account suspension and review
- Third offense: Permanent account termination
- Severe cases: Immediate termination and legal action
⚖️ Termination Process
Account termination for repeat infringement includes:
- Notification of termination reason
- Opportunity to appeal (if applicable)
- Forfeiture of any pending earnings
- Permanent banning of user and related accounts
- Reporting to appropriate authorities if required
7. User Responsibilities
✅ What Users Must Do
- Only upload content you own or have permission to use
- Respect copyrights and intellectual property rights
- Report suspected copyright infringement
- Cooperate with DMCA investigations
- Keep backup copies of your original content
❌ What Users Must Not Do
- Upload copyrighted material without permission
- Submit false DMCA notices or counter-notices
- Circumvent copyright protection measures
- Engage in repeat copyright infringement
- Ignore takedown notices or warnings
⚖️ Legal Consequences
Copyright infringement may result in:
- Civil penalties including statutory damages
- Criminal prosecution in severe cases
- Account termination and platform banning
- Legal costs and attorney's fees
- Court injunctions and orders
8. Contact & Legal Support
📧 DMCA Email Support
support@captchaearn.inFor DMCA notices, counter-notices, and copyright inquiries
⏱️ Response Times
- DMCA Notices: 24-48 business hours acknowledgment
- Counter-Notices: 2-3 business days processing
- General Inquiries: 1-2 business days
- Legal Matters: 3-5 business days
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
Important: This DMCA policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance regarding copyright matters, consult with a qualified attorney.