DMCA Copyright Policy – Manav Sampada

Welcome to Manav Sampada . We respect intellectual property rights and expect our readers, contributors, and partners to do the same. This DMCA Copyright Policy explains how to report alleged copyright infringement, how we process takedown notices under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. §512, and how a content provider may submit a counter-notification if they believe content was removed in error.

This page is written in clear, human language to help both rights holders and users understand the process. It is also designed to be friendly to users, search engines, and advertising platforms by prioritizing accuracy, transparency, and user safety.

1) Scope and Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to all content hosted or displayed on Manav-SampadaUP.com, including text, images, graphics, downloads, audio-visual materials, and any user submissions that may be enabled in the future. If you believe material on this Website infringes your copyright, you can use the process below to request its removal or restriction of access.

Note: We primarily publish original editorial content and lawful references. If you see content that appears to be copied from your work without permission, please follow the DMCA steps detailed here.

2) Our Commitment to Intellectual Property

We are committed to:

  • Responding promptly to properly formatted DMCA notices.
  • Removing or disabling access to allegedly infringing content where appropriate.
  • Notifying the content provider or author when their content is affected.
  • Providing a clear path for counter-notification if the removal was a mistake or misidentification.
  • Applying a repeat-infringer policy consistent with applicable law.

3) Definitions (Plain-Language)

  • Copyright owner / rights holder: The person or organization that owns exclusive rights to a work.
  • Infringing material: Content that reproduces, distributes, or displays a protected work without permission or a valid legal exception.
  • Designated DMCA Agent: The person authorized by this Website to receive and process DMCA notices.
  • Takedown notice: A legally sufficient request to remove or disable access to allegedly infringing content.
  • Counter-notice: A response asserting that removed content was not infringing or was removed due to mistake or misidentification.

4) How to Send a DMCA Takedown Notice

If you are a copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of one, and you believe your work appears on our Website without authorization, please send a written DMCA notice to our Designated Agent containing all of the following:

  1. Your full contact details: legal name, company (if applicable), mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
  2. Identification of the copyrighted work that you claim is infringed. If there are multiple works, provide a representative list or explain the collection clearly.
  3. Exact location (URL) of the allegedly infringing material on our Website. Please include the full URL and, if possible, screenshots that highlight the specific portion at issue.
  4. A statement of good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law (for example, not covered by a license or fair use).
  5. A statement under penalty of perjury that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf.
  6. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or their authorized agent. Typing your full legal name at the end of the notice may qualify as an electronic signature.

5) What Happens After You Send a Notice

  1. Acknowledgement: We review the notice for sufficiency and may acknowledge receipt.
  2. Initial Assessment: If the notice appears valid, we will remove or disable access to the identified content on a provisional basis.
  3. Notification to Content Provider: We notify the person or team responsible for the content that a DMCA notice has been filed and that the content has been removed or disabled.
  4. Counter-Notice Window: The content provider may submit a counter-notification if they believe the removal was a mistake or misidentification.
  5. Final Action: If we do not receive a valid counter-notice in a reasonable time (typically 10–14 business days after forwarding the notice), the removal may become permanent. If we receive a valid counter-notice, we may restore the content unless the copyright owner informs us, within the statutory window, that they have filed an action seeking a court order to restrain the alleged infringement.

6) How to Send a Counter-Notification

If your content was removed or disabled and you believe it is not infringing (for example, you have a license, you own the content, or the material is fair use), you may send a counter-notification to our Designated DMCA Agent. Your counter-notice must include:

  1. Your full contact details: legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
  2. Identification of the removed content and the location (URL) before it was removed or disabled.
  3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief that the content was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
  4. Consent to jurisdiction: a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district where your address is located, or if outside the United States, the judicial district in which the service provider is found, and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice or an agent of that person.
  5. Your physical or electronic signature.

Use a subject line like: “DMCA Counter-Notice – Content/URLContent/URLContent/URL”. Incomplete submissions may delay review.

7) Repeat-Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and applicable law, we may restrict or terminate the ability of repeat infringers to contribute content or otherwise use areas of the Website that allow submissions. We evaluate repeat infringement on a case-by-case basis, considering the number and nature of valid notices and counter-notices.

8) Fair Use, Quotation, and Transformative Uses

Copyright law allows certain uses of copyrighted works without permission, including criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. These may be considered fair use depending on the facts. If you submit a DMCA notice, please review whether the use may be fair, transformative, or otherwise lawful. Likewise, if you file a counter-notice asserting fair use, explain why the use qualifies. While we do not provide legal advice, clarity on fair use claims helps us process requests accurately.

9) Licensed, Public Domain, and Government Materials

Some content may be used under license from the rights holder, may be in the public domain, or may be sourced from official government releases permissible for public use. If you believe licensed or public-domain content was removed in error, include proof (license terms, links to official sources, or public-domain verification) with your counter-notice.

10) Hotlinking, Framing, and Embeds

If an alleged infringement involves hotlinking or embedding from another platform, please indicate this in your notice. We will review whether the content is actually hosted on our servers or merely linked/embedded. Our actions may include disabling the embed or replacing the link if warranted.

11) Good-Faith Submissions and Misuse Warning

The DMCA requires notices and counter-notices to be submitted in good faith. Knowingly submitting false claims or misrepresentations may expose the claimant to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees. Please ensure that you have legal authority and that the material is truly infringing before filing.

12) Privacy and Data Handling for Notices

We respect your privacy. However, to process a DMCA notice or counter-notice, we may need to share your submission (including your name, email, and statements) with the affected content provider, legal representatives, hosting providers, or relevant authorities. We retain DMCA correspondence to comply with law and to document our responses. For general data practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

13) Timelines and Communication

  • We strive to acknowledge properly formatted notices promptly and to act within a commercially reasonable timeframe.
  • Complex matters or incomplete notices may take longer.
  • Holidays or non-business days may affect response times.
  • For urgent issues, use a clear subject line and provide all required details upfront.

14) Accessibility and Language Support

We want this process to be accessible. If you need assistance submitting a notice or require language support, contact our Designated Agent. We primarily process notices in English, but we will make reasonable efforts to understand submissions in Hindi as well. For legal precision, English is preferred.

15) No Legal Advice

This policy is provided for general information and process guidance. It is not legal advice. If you are uncertain about your rights or obligations, please consult a qualified attorney.

16) Contact – Designated DMCA Agent

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17) Changes to This Policy

We may update this DMCA page to reflect process improvements or legal changes. The “Last updated” date at the top will indicate the latest revision. Material changes may be signposted on this page for clarity.

Faqs

1. What is the purpose of the DMCA Policy on Manav-SampadaUP.com?
The DMCA Policy is designed to protect copyright holders and provide a legal process to report and resolve copyright infringement issues.

2. How do I file a DMCA complaint?
You can file a complaint by sending us a written DMCA notice with details of the infringing material, proof of ownership, and your contact information.

3. What happens after I submit a DMCA notice?
We will review the complaint, remove or disable access to the infringing material if valid, and notify the content uploader.

4. Can my content be restored if it was wrongly removed?
Yes. If you believe your content was mistakenly removed, you can file a counter-notification. If approved, the content may be restored unless legal action is taken by the original complainant.

5. Does Manav-SampadaUP.com monitor all content for copyright infringement?
No. We rely on copyright owners to report violations. Once notified, we act promptly to address the issue in compliance with DMCA guidelines.

Final Thought

We believe that strong copyright protection and open access to reliable information can coexist. By following the steps on this page, you help us maintain a lawful, respectful environment for creators and readers alike on Manav-SampadaUP.com.