DMCA · 17 USC §512(g)

Counter-Notification

If content you posted was removed in response to a DMCA takedown notice and you believe the removal was a mistake or misidentification, you may submit this counter-notification. We will forward it to the party who sent the original notice. If they do not file a court action within 10 to 14 business days, the content will be restored.

Before filing: Under 17 USC §512(f), knowingly making a material misrepresentation in a counter-notification carries liability for damages and attorney's fees. Consider consulting a lawyer if you are not sure whether your use qualifies as fair use or is otherwise non-infringing.

Original Takedown Reference ID

Format: DMCA-YYYY-MMDD-XXXXXXXX. This was included in the takedown notification we sent you.

Your Full Legal Name

Postal Address

Phone (optional)

Federal Judicial District for Service

§512(g)(3)(D) requires your consent to the jurisdiction of this federal district court and acceptance of service from the copyright claimant.

Consent statement (§512(g)(3)(D)): I consent to the jurisdiction of the federal district court specified above, and I will accept service of process from the person who sent the original takedown notice (or their agent).

Perjury statement (§512(g)(3)(C)): Under penalty of perjury, I have a good-faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.

Electronic Signature

Typing your name constitutes your electronic signature under 15 USC §7001.

Counter-Notice Reference ID:

We will forward your counter-notification to the original claimant. If they do not initiate a court action within 10 to 14 business days, the content will be restored.