DMCA Report
At Artwearnook (Artwearnook.com), we take copyright infringement seriously and are committed to complying with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable intellectual property laws. If you believe that your copyrighted material has been used or reproduced on our website or in our products (e.g., custom apparel, mugs, flags, or other merchandise) without authorization, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice to request its removal. This page outlines the process for submitting a DMCA takedown notice and, if applicable, a counter-notice.
1. Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you are a copyright owner or an authorized representative and believe that content on Artwearnook.com infringes your copyright, you may submit a written DMCA takedown notice to our designated Copyright Agent. To ensure your notice is valid and actionable, it must include the following information as required by the DMCA:
- Your Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
- Identification of the Copyrighted Work: A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed, including details such as the title, author, or a link to the original work.
- Identification of the Infringing Material: A specific description of the material you believe is infringing, including its location on Artwearnook.com (e.g., a URL, order number, or product description) to help us locate it.
- Your Contact Information: Your full name, mailing address, phone number, and email address.
- Good-Faith Statement: A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material in question is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law.
- Accuracy Statement: A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.
Example DMCA Takedown Notice
Below is a sample format for your convenience:
[Your Name or Company Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice Dear Artwearnook Copyright Agent, I, [Your Full Name], am the copyright owner or authorized representative of [Copyright Owner’s Name]. I am submitting this DMCA takedown notice to report unauthorized use of copyrighted material on your website, Artwearnook.com. 1. **Description of Copyrighted Work**: The copyrighted work is [describe the work, e.g., “a graphic design titled ‘Sunset Over Mountains’ created by [Author Name] in 2023”]. You may view the original work at [provide URL or reference, if applicable]. 2. **Description of Infringing Material**: The infringing material appears on your website at [provide specific URL, product page, or order number, e.g., “https://artwearnook.com/product/custom-tshirt-123”]. It consists of [describe the infringing content, e.g., “a t-shirt design that reproduces my copyrighted graphic without permission”]. 3. **Statement of Good Faith**: I have a good-faith belief that the use of the material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law. 4. **Statement of Accuracy**: I declare, under penalty of perjury, 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. 5. **Signature**: [Your Physical or Electronic Signature] Please remove or disable access to the infringing material promptly and notify me of your actions at [Your Email Address]. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]Where to Send Your Takedown Notice
Please submit your DMCA takedown notice to our designated Copyright Agent at:
- Email: [Insert contact email, e.g., [email protected]]
- Mailing Address: [Insert physical address, if applicable]
- Website: Artwearnook.com (use the contact form, if available)
We recommend sending the notice via email for faster processing. Incomplete or invalid notices may delay our response.
2. Our Response to Takedown Notices
Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice, Artwearnook will take the following steps:
- Prompt Removal: We will promptly remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.
- Notification: We will notify the user who submitted the content (if applicable) of the removal and provide them with an opportunity to file a counter-notice.
- Further Action: We may terminate the accounts of users who repeatedly infringe copyrights, in accordance with our policies and applicable laws.
We aim to process takedown notices within [insert timeframe, e.g., 2-5 business days] of receipt, though complex cases may require additional time.
3. Submitting a Counter-Notice
If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a DMCA counter-notice to our Copyright Agent. A valid counter-notice must include:
- Your Signature: A physical or electronic signature.
- Identification of Removed Material: A description of the material that was removed and its location on Artwearnook.com before removal (e.g., URL or product page).
- Good-Faith Statement: A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you have a good-faith belief that the material was removed or disabled due to a mistake or misidentification.
- Your Contact Information: Your full name, mailing address, phone number, and email address.
- Consent to Jurisdiction: A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in [insert jurisdiction, e.g., the United States or a specific state/country] and that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original takedown notice.
Example Counter-Notice
Below is a sample format for your convenience:
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] Subject: DMCA Counter-Notice Dear Artwearnook Copyright Agent, I am submitting this counter-notice in response to the removal of my content from Artwearnook.com pursuant to a DMCA takedown notice. 1. **Description of Removed Material**: The material that was removed was [describe the content, e.g., “a custom t-shirt design uploaded to order #456 on https://artwearnook.com”]. 2. **Statement of Good Faith**: I have a good-faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification. [Explain why, e.g., “The design is my original creation, and I own the copyright” or “I have a valid license to use the material”]. 3. **Contact Information**: My contact details are as follows: – Name: [Your Full Name] – Address: [Your Address] – Phone: [Your Phone Number] – Email: [Your Email Address] 4. **Consent to Jurisdiction**: I consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in [insert jurisdiction, e.g., the United States] and will accept service of process from the person who filed the original takedown notice. 5. **Signature**: [Your Physical or Electronic Signature] Please restore the content or provide further details on the status of this matter at [Your Email Address]. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]Where to Send Your Counter-Notice
Submit your counter-notice to our Copyright Agent at the contact information provided above. Upon receiving a valid counter-notice, we may restore the content within 10-14 business days unless the original complainant notifies us of legal action to restrain the use of the material.
4. Repeat Infringer Policy
Artwearnook reserves the right to terminate the accounts or access of users who repeatedly infringe on copyrights, as determined in our sole discretion and in accordance with applicable laws. We take a proactive approach to prevent unauthorized use of copyrighted material on our platform.
5. Important Notes
- False Claims: Submitting a false or misleading DMCA takedown notice or counter-notice may result in legal liability. We encourage all parties to ensure the accuracy of their claims.
- Third-Party Content: Artwearnook is not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites or services linked from our platform. If you believe infringement occurs on a third-party site, contact that site’s administrator directly.
- Legal Advice: This DMCA Report process is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. If you have questions about your rights or obligations under copyright law, consult a qualified attorney.
6. Contact Us
To submit a DMCA takedown notice, counter-notice, or for questions about this process, please contact our Copyright Agent at:
- Email: c[email protected]
- Website: Artwearnook.com (use the contact form, if available)
We are committed to addressing copyright concerns promptly and fairly, ensuring that Artwearnook remains a trusted platform for custom products while respecting the rights of creators.
Last Updated: May 28, 2025