DMCA Copyright Notice

DMCA Copyright Notice

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

Effective Date: 17.11.2024
Last Updated: 17.11.2024

Virtgold respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to complying with applicable copyright laws. This DMCA Copyright Notice outlines the procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe that your copyrighted material has been used on our website (https://www.virtgold.com) without authorization, you may file a DMCA complaint. Virtgold will review and address your request promptly and transparently.

How to File a DMCA Complaint

If you are a copyright owner or an authorized agent acting on behalf of a copyright owner, you can submit a DMCA takedown notice to our Designated DMCA Agent. Please include the following details in your complaint to ensure timely processing:

  1. URL of the Allegedly Infringing Material
    Provide the exact URL(s) of the material you believe infringes your copyrighted work. Precise links are required for proper investigation.
  2. Description of the Copyrighted Work
    Include a detailed description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed. If multiple works are involved, provide a representative list.
  3. Proof of Copyright Ownership or Authorization
    Submit documentation verifying that you are the copyright owner or an authorized agent acting on their behalf. This may include:
    • A copy of the copyrighted material or evidence of ownership.
    • Documentation authorizing you to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
  4. Your Contact Information
    Provide your full legal name, company name (if applicable), and email address so we can reach you if additional information is required.
  5. Your Statement of Good Faith Belief
    Include the following statement:
    "I have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law."
  6. Your Statement of Accuracy and Authority
    Include the following declaration:
    "Under penalty of perjury, I declare that the information in this notice is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed."
  7. Your Signature
    Provide a physical or electronic signature. Unsigned complaints may not be processed.

Where to Send Your DMCA Complaint

Please send your completed DMCA takedown notice to our Designated DMCA Agent at:

Virtgold DMCA Agent
Email: [email protected]

Virtgold only accepts DMCA complaints via email. Please ensure all required information is included for timely processing.

DMCA Complaint Processing Timeline

Virtgold will acknowledge receipt of your DMCA complaint within [X] business days. Upon receipt of a valid and complete notice, we will review the claim and take appropriate action, typically within 10 business days. If additional information is required, we will contact you using the details provided in your notice.

If the material is found to infringe on copyrighted work, Virtgold will remove or disable access to the content and notify the user responsible for the material. Users will also be provided with instructions for filing a counter-notification if they believe the removal was in error.

Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that material removed or disabled as a result of a DMCA complaint was removed in error or does not infringe any copyright, you may file a counter-notification. Your counter-notification must include the following:

  1. Identification of the Material
    Clearly describe the material that was removed or disabled and specify its prior location (e.g., specific URLs).
  2. Your Statement of Good Faith Belief
    Include the following statement:
    "I have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification of the material to be removed or disabled."
  3. Consent to Jurisdiction
    Include the following statement:
    "I consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district in which my address is located, or if my address is outside the United States, the jurisdiction of any judicial district in which Virtgold is located. I will accept service of process from the party who filed the original DMCA complaint or their agent."
  4. Your Contact Information
    Provide your full legal name and email address.
  5. Your Signature
    Include a physical or electronic signature.

Please send counter-notifications to [email protected]. Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we will forward it to the original complainant. If the complainant does not file a court action to prevent the restoration of the material within 10 business days, Virtgold may restore the material in question within a reasonable timeframe.

Handling Incomplete or Invalid Claims

If a submitted DMCA complaint or counter-notification is incomplete or invalid, Virtgold may request additional information or clarification from the submitting party. Failure to provide the required information may result in delays or non-action on the claim.

Important Information About DMCA Submissions

By submitting a DMCA complaint or counter-notification, you confirm the following:

  • Good Faith Belief:
    You confirm that your claim is based on a good faith belief that the material in question is unauthorized or was mistakenly removed.
  • Accuracy of Information:
    You confirm, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided in your claim is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
  • Liability for Misrepresentation:
    You acknowledge that under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), you may be held liable for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees, if you knowingly make false claims about the infringement of copyrighted material.

Repeat Infringer Policy

Virtgold enforces a repeat infringer policy in accordance with the DMCA. Users who are found to repeatedly upload or share infringing material may have their accounts or access to our website permanently terminated.

Coverage of Jurisdictions

This DMCA policy primarily applies to claims filed under U.S. copyright law. For international claims, Virtgold will handle cases in accordance with applicable local copyright laws and regulations.

Notification to Users

If content is removed as a result of a DMCA complaint, Virtgold will notify the user responsible for the material, providing details of the complaint and instructions for filing a counter-notification if they believe the removal was in error.

Questions or Concerns

If you have questions about this DMCA policy or need additional assistance, please contact our Designated DMCA Agent at [email protected].

Virtgold is committed to resolving copyright disputes promptly and transparently while respecting the intellectual property rights of all parties involved.