DMCA at a Glance
Fast Response
24-48 hour notice processing
Fair Process
Counter-notification rights protected
Legal Compliance
Full DMCA safe harbor compliance
Designated Copyright Agent
Send all DMCA notices to this agent
Agent Name
HypeCrew Legal Department
Company
HypeCrew Inc.
Phone
+1 (555) 123-4567
Mailing Address
123 Streaming Boulevard, Suite 456
San Francisco, CA 94105
Designated Copyright Agent
Contact Information
All DMCA notices and counter-notifications must be sent to our designated copyright agent:
Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice
Required Elements
To file a valid DMCA takedown notice, you must include ALL of the following elements in your written communication:
1. Physical or Electronic Signature
A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner.
2. Identification of Copyrighted Work
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, including the title, author, any registration numbers, and URLs where the original work can be found.
3. Location of Infringing Material
Identification of the specific material that is claimed to be infringing, including sufficient information to locate the material (specific URLs, usernames, stream titles, etc.).
4. Contact Information
Your address, telephone number, and email address so that we can contact you regarding your complaint.
5. Good Faith Statement
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. Perjury Statement
A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Counter-Notification Process
Filing a Counter-Notice
If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification containing:
Required Counter-Notice Elements
Your physical or electronic signature; identification of the removed material; a statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the removal was a mistake; your name, address, and phone number; and consent to federal court jurisdiction.
Restoration Timeline
If we receive a valid counter-notification, we will forward it to the original complainant. If they do not file a court action within 10-14 business days, we may restore the removed content.
Legal Consequences
Filing a false counter-notification may result in legal liability. Consider consulting with an attorney before submitting a counter-notice.
Repeat Infringer Policy
Three-Strike System
HypeCrew operates under a progressive enforcement policy for repeat copyright infringers:
First Violation
Warning notification and temporary content restriction. The user receives education about copyright policies and a 7-day content review period.
Second Violation
30-day account suspension and mandatory copyright education completion before account restoration.
Third Violation
Permanent account termination. All content, streams, and associated data will be permanently removed from our platform.
Appeal Process
Users may appeal enforcement actions within 30 days. Appeals are reviewed by our legal team and may result in account restoration if the violation was found to be in error.
Restoration Window
Suspended accounts have a 90-day window to complete required education and submit successful appeals before permanent termination.
Safe Harbor Compliance
DMCA Safe Harbor
HypeCrew complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512) safe harbor provisions. We expeditiously remove infringing material upon receiving valid notices.
Good Faith Requirement
All parties must act in good faith. Filing knowingly false DMCA notices or counter-notifications may result in legal liability for damages, attorney's fees, and other remedies under federal law.
No Legal Advice
This policy provides information only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific copyright questions, consult with a qualified intellectual property attorney.
Policy Updates
We may update this DMCA policy at any time. Continued use of our service constitutes acceptance of any modifications to this policy.
Important Legal Notice
False Claims Warning: Filing a knowingly false DMCA notice or counter-notification may result in liability for damages, including attorney's fees and costs under Section 512(f) of the DMCA.
Processing Time: Valid DMCA notices are processed within 24-48 hours. Incomplete notices will be returned with instructions for resubmission.
Legal Advice: This policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified attorney for specific copyright questions.
Questions About DMCA?
If you have questions about our DMCA policy or need assistance with a copyright matter, please contact our legal team. We're committed to protecting intellectual property rights while maintaining a fair and transparent process.