DMCA & Copyright Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2023
Last Updated: December 11, 2024

1. Copyright Protection

Coropos Web Services respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our services to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA"), 17 U.S.C. § 512, and will respond to clear notices of alleged copyright infringement.

2. Our Role as Service Provider

As a web development and hosting service provider, we:

• Do not actively monitor client websites for copyright infringement
• Respond promptly to valid DMCA takedown notices
• Remove or disable access to allegedly infringing material when properly notified
• Terminate accounts of repeat infringers
• Respect the counter-notification process for disputed claims

3. Reporting Copyright Infringement

3.1 DMCA Takedown Notice Requirements

If you believe that content hosted on our servers or services infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA takedown notice containing ALL of the following information:

1. Identification of the copyrighted work:
   • Describe the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
   • If multiple works, provide a representative list
   • Include registration number if registered with U.S. Copyright Office
2. Identification of the infringing material:
   • Provide the exact URL(s) where the material is located
   • Describe the material in sufficient detail for us to locate it
   • Include screenshots if helpful
3. Contact Information:
   • Your full legal name
   • Mailing address
   • Telephone number
   • Email address
4. 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.
5. 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 owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
6. Physical or Electronic Signature:
   Your physical or electronic signature (typed full name is acceptable for email).

3.2 Where to Send DMCA Notices

Send your complete DMCA takedown notice to our designated Copyright Agent:

Copyright Agent
Coropos Web Services
Email: dmca@coroposws.com
Subject Line: "DMCA Takedown Notice"

Note: Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), you may be liable for damages, including costs and attorney's fees, if you knowingly materially misrepresent that material is infringing.

3.3 Response Timeline

• Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of valid notices within 2 business days
• Review: We will review the notice for completeness and validity
• Action: If valid, we will remove or disable access to the material within 5 business days
• Notification: We will notify the client whose content was removed

4. Counter-Notification Process

4.1 If Your Content Was Removed

If you believe material you posted was wrongly removed due to a DMCA takedown notice, you may file a counter-notification.

4.2 Counter-Notification Requirements

A valid counter-notification must include ALL of the following:

1. Identification of material removed:
   • URL where material appeared before removal
   • Description of the material
2. Your Contact Information:
   • Your full legal name
   • Mailing address
   • Telephone number
   • Email address
3. Consent to Jurisdiction:
   A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located (or if outside the US, any judicial district in which we may be found), and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice or an agent of such person.
4. Good Faith Statement:
   A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
5. Physical or Electronic Signature:
   Your physical or electronic signature.

4.3 Counter-Notification Process

1. Send your counter-notification to: dmca@coroposws.com
2. We will forward your counter-notification to the original complainant
3. The complainant has 10 business days to file a court action
4. If no court action is filed, we will restore the content within 10-14 business days

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

5.1 Three-Strike Policy

We maintain a repeat infringer policy in accordance with DMCA requirements:

• First Offense: Warning issued, content removed, account remains active
• Second Offense: Account suspended for 30 days, content removed
• Third Offense: Account permanently terminated

5.2 Tracking Infringements

• We maintain records of all valid DMCA notices for 3 years
• Repeat offenses are tracked per account, not per website
• Counter-notifications that result in content restoration do not count as strikes
• Infringements older than 2 years are not counted toward termination

5.3 Appeals Process

If your account is suspended or terminated for repeat infringement:

1. You may request a review by emailing appeals@coroposws.com
2. Provide evidence that notices were erroneous or content was licensed
3. We will review within 10 business days
4. Decision is final and at our sole discretion

6. Safe Harbor Protections

6.1 DMCA Safe Harbor

We qualify for DMCA safe harbor protections under 17 U.S.C. § 512 because we:

• Have designated a Copyright Agent
• Respond promptly to DMCA notices
• Terminate repeat infringers
• Do not have actual knowledge of infringing activity
• Do not receive financial benefit directly attributable to infringing activity

6.2 Limitations of Liability

Under DMCA safe harbor provisions, we are not liable for:

• Copyright infringement by our clients
• User-generated content on client websites
• Content stored on our servers at the direction of clients

7. Client Responsibilities

7.1 Copyright Obligations

Clients using our services agree to:

• Only upload content they own or have permission to use
• Obtain proper licenses for stock photos, music, video, fonts, etc.
• Respect third-party copyrights and trademarks
• Respond promptly to copyright infringement allegations
• Indemnify us against copyright claims arising from their content

7.2 Licensed Content

When using licensed content:

• Keep records of all licenses and permissions
• Ensure licenses cover commercial use if applicable
• Attribute content as required by license terms
• Renew licenses before expiration
• Remove content when license expires

8. Our Copyright

8.1 Coropos Web Services Copyrights

All content on coroposws.com, including but not limited to:

• Website design and layout
• Graphics, logos, and branding
• Written content and blog posts
• Code and software
• Templates and themes

is protected by copyright and owned by Coropos Web Services unless otherwise noted.

8.2 Client Website Ownership

For websites we develop:

• Custom Code: Client owns copyright upon full payment
• Third-Party Components: Licensed to client per original license terms
• Templates: Client receives limited license; we retain copyright
• Content: Client owns all content they provide
• Design: Client owns upon full payment; we may showcase in portfolio

9. Fair Use Considerations

9.1 Fair Use Policy

We recognize that fair use is a legal defense to copyright infringement. However:

• Fair use determinations are made by courts, not by us
• We must comply with valid DMCA notices regardless of fair use claims
• You may assert fair use in a counter-notification
• We recommend consulting an attorney for fair use questions

9.2 Fair Use Factors

Fair use generally considers:

• Purpose and character of use (commercial vs. educational)
• Nature of the copyrighted work
• Amount used in relation to the whole
• Effect on the market for the original work

10. Trademark Issues

10.1 Trademark Infringement

While this policy primarily addresses copyright, we also address trademark concerns:

• Trademark complaints should be sent to legal@coroposws.com
• Include evidence of trademark registration or common law rights
• Describe how content infringes trademark
• We will investigate and respond within 10 business days

10.2 Domain Name Disputes

For domain name trademark disputes:

• We comply with UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy)
• Disputes are resolved through ICANN-approved arbitration
• We will comply with final arbitration decisions

11. International Copyright

11.1 International Compliance

We comply with:

• Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
• WIPO Copyright Treaty
• Regional copyright laws where applicable

11.2 International Notices

For international copyright claims:

• Follow the same DMCA notice format
• Identify the country of copyright registration
• Provide evidence of copyright ownership under your country's laws
• Notices must be in English or include English translation

12. Educational Resources

12.1 Copyright Best Practices

We provide clients with guidance on:

• Understanding copyright basics
• Finding legal stock photos and media
• Proper attribution and crediting
• Creative Commons licenses
• Public domain resources

12.2 Resources

• U.S. Copyright Office: www.copyright.gov
• Creative Commons: creativecommons.org
• Free Stock Photos: Unsplash, Pexels, Pixabay (with proper licenses)

13. Misrepresentation and Abuse

13.1 False DMCA Claims

Submitting false DMCA notices is illegal. If you submit a false notice:

• You may be liable under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f) for damages
• You may face perjury charges
• We may ban you from submitting future notices
• The affected party may pursue legal action against you

13.2 Abusive Claims

We reserve the right to ignore notices that:

• Are clearly abusive or harassing
• Target fair use or public domain content
• Come from parties with a history of false claims
• Are incomplete or do not meet DMCA requirements

14. Subpoenas and Court Orders

We comply with valid subpoenas and court orders for identification of alleged infringers:

• DMCA subpoenas issued under 17 U.S.C. § 512(h)
• Court orders from courts of competent jurisdiction
• We may notify affected users unless legally prohibited
• Users should seek legal counsel if served with a subpoena

15. Modifications to This Policy

We may update this DMCA & Copyright Policy:

• To reflect changes in law
• To improve our procedures
• To address new types of infringement

Material changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date.

16. Contact Information

16.1 Copyright Agent

For DMCA notices and counter-notifications:

• Email: dmca@coroposws.com
• Subject: "DMCA Takedown Notice" or "DMCA Counter-Notification"

16.2 General Copyright Questions

• Email: legal@coroposws.com
• General Support: info@coroposws.com

This DMCA & Copyright Policy is part of our Terms of Service. By using our services, you agree to comply with copyright laws and this policy. Failure to comply may result in service termination and legal action.

Last Updated: December 11, 2024