DMCA Policy
Effective Date: October 25, 2025
Last updated: October 25, 2025
Arthnova respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 (DMCA), we will respond expeditiously to claims of copyright infringement committed using our website.
This DMCA Policy outlines the procedures for reporting copyright infringement, our process for handling such claims, and the counter-notification procedures for content owners who believe their content was wrongly removed.
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1. Copyright Policy
Arthnova is committed to protecting intellectual property rights and complying with the DMCA. We take allegations of copyright infringement seriously and will:
- Respond promptly to valid DMCA takedown notices
- Remove or disable access to allegedly infringing material
- Notify the content provider or user who posted the material
- Terminate the accounts of repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances
Our Commitment
We respect creators’ rights and will act quickly on legitimate copyright claims. However, we also protect against false claims and will provide counter-notification procedures for those who believe their content was wrongly removed.
2. Not Financial or Investment Advice
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on our website, please notify our designated DMCA agent as specified below.
2.1 Before Filing a DMCA Notice
Please consider the following before submitting a takedown notice:
- Fair Use: Some uses of copyrighted material may be protected under fair use doctrine, including commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching, or parody
- Public Domain: The content may be in the public domain and not subject to copyright protection
- Permission: The user may have obtained permission or a license to use your copyrighted work
- Ownership: Ensure you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner
⚠️ Legal Consequences of False Claims
Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, anyone who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees. Please ensure your claim is accurate before filing.
3. DMCA Takedown Notice Requirements
To be effective, a DMCA takedown notice must be a written communication that includes all of the following elements:
- Physical or Electronic Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
- Identification of Copyrighted Work: Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. If multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works
- Identification of Infringing Material: Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including the specific URL(s) or location(s) where the material appears on our website
- Contact Information: Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
- Good Faith Statement: A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- Accuracy Statement: A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
🚨 All Elements Required
Notices that do not include all of the above elements may not be valid under the DMCA and may be ignored. We cannot process incomplete takedown requests.
4. How to File a DMCA Complaint
You may submit your DMCA takedown notice to our designated Copyright Agent using any of the following methods:
4.1 DMCA Notice Template
You may use the following template for your DMCA takedown notice:
DMCA Takedown Notice Template
To: DMCA Agent, Arthnova
Email: arthnovaofficial@gmail.com
Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice
I, [Your Full Legal Name], hereby submit this DMCA takedown notice:
1. I am the copyright owner (or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner) of the following copyrighted work(s):
[Describe the copyrighted work(s), including title, author, publication date, registration number if applicable]
2. The following material on your website infringes my copyright:
URL(s): [List specific URLs where infringing content appears]
3. My contact information is as follows:
Name: [Your Full Name]
Address: [Your Full Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
Email: [Your Email Address]
4. I have a good faith belief that use of the copyrighted material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
5. I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Signature: [Your Electronic or Physical Signature]
Date: [Date]
5. What Happens After We Receive Your Notice
Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice that complies with all requirements, we will:
- Review the Notice: We will review your notice to ensure it meets all DMCA requirements (typically within 1-3 business days)
- Remove or Disable Access: If the notice is valid, we will expeditiously remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
- Notify the User: We will notify the user or content provider who posted the material that it has been removed or disabled, and provide them with a copy of your takedown notice
- Provide Counter-Notification Information: We will inform the user of their right to file a counter-notification if they believe the material was removed in error
Processing Time
We aim to process valid DMCA notices within 3-5 business days. Complex cases involving multiple works or unclear ownership may take longer to review.
5.1 False or Fraudulent Notices
If we determine that a DMCA notice is false, fraudulent, or filed in bad faith, we reserve the right to:
- Reject the notice and retain the content
- Report the false claim to relevant authorities
- Share information about the false claim with the public
- Take legal action for damages caused by the false claim
6. Counter-Notification Procedure
If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with our Copyright Agent.
6.1 Counter-Notification Requirements
A valid counter-notification must include:
- Your Signature: Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of Material: Identification of the material that was removed and the location where it appeared before removal
- Good Faith Statement: A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification
- Consent to Jurisdiction: Your name, address, telephone number, and a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for your judicial district (or any district in which Arthnova may be found if you are outside the United States)
- Service Acceptance: A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original DMCA notice or their agent
6.2 Counter-Notification Template
DMCA Counter-Notification Template
To: DMCA Agent, Arthnova
Email: arthnova.official@gmail.com
Subject: DMCA Counter-Notification
I, [Your Full Legal Name], submit this counter-notification:
1. The following material was removed from your website:
[Describe the material and provide the URL where it was located]
2. I swear, under penalty of perjury, that I have a good faith belief that the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
3. My contact information:
Name: [Your Full Name]
Address: [Your Full Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
Email: [Your Email Address]
4. I consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for [Your Judicial District] (or any district where Arthnova may be found if outside the United States).
5. I will accept service of process from [Name of Person Who Filed Original Notice] or their agent.
Signature: [Your Electronic or Physical Signature]
Date: [Date]
6.3 What Happens After Counter-Notification
Upon receiving a valid counter-notification:
- We will forward a copy to the original complainant
- We will inform them that we will restore the removed content in 10-14 business days
- If the complainant does not file a court action seeking an injunction within that time period, we will restore the content
7. Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, Arthnova has adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts or access of users who are deemed to be repeat infringers.
7.1 What Constitutes a Repeat Infringer
A repeat infringer is a user who has been subject to:
- Two or more valid DMCA takedown notices
- Multiple copyright infringement complaints
- Court judgments of copyright infringement
7.2 What Constitutes a Repeat Infringer
For repeat infringers, we may:
- Issue warnings
- Suspend account access
- Permanently terminate accounts
- Block IP addresses
- Take other appropriate action
8. Good Faith Requirement
All parties involved in the DMCA process must act in good faith. This means:
8.1 For Copyright Owners
- Only file notices for content you genuinely believe infringes your copyright
- Do not file false or misleading notices
- Consider fair use before filing
- Provide accurate information
8.1 For Content Creators
- Only file counter-notifications if you genuinely believe the takedown was in error
- Do not file counter-notifications for content you know is infringing
- Provide accurate information
- Respect others’ intellectual property rights
⚠️ Penalties for Bad Faith Claims
Under federal law, if you knowingly materially misrepresent that material is infringing (or was removed by mistake), you may be liable for damages, including costs and attorney fees. Don’t make false claims.
9. Limitation of Liability
Arthnova acts as an intermediary platform and is not responsible for the content posted by users. By complying with the DMCA, we qualify for “safe harbor” protection from copyright infringement liability.
We are not liable for:
- Content posted by third parties
- Good faith removal of allegedly infringing content
- Good faith restoration of content following valid counter-notification
- Termination of repeat infringers
We do not actively monitor content for copyright infringement and rely on copyright owners to notify us of violations.
10. Modifications to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this DMCA Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page when changes are made. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.
🚨 Important Legal Notice
This DMCA Policy is a legal document. By using Arthnova, you agree to comply with this policy and applicable copyright laws. Failure to comply may result in legal action and account termination.
📧 DMCA Copyright Agent
For DMCA Notices: arthnovaofficial@gmail.com
Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Notice” or “DMCA Counter-Notification”
General Inquiries: arthnovaofficial@gmail.com
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