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DMCA counter-notice generator

If your content was removed by mistake, a counter-notice asks the platform to restore it. This tool builds one with every statement § 512(g)(3) requires.

Everything you type stays in your browser. Nothing is sent to us unless you use the takedown request form.

Think before you file

  • A counter-notice is sworn under penalty of perjury. File one only if you genuinely believe the removal was a mistake or your use is lawful.
  • Your name, address and phone number are forwarded to the person who filed the takedown.
  • You agree to be sued in a U.S. federal court. If the claimant sues within 10–14 business days, the content stays down.
  • If they don’t sue in that window, the platform must restore the content.

Not sure your use is fair use? Try the fair use checker or speak to a lawyer first.

Common questions

How long does a counter-notice take?

The platform forwards it to the claimant and must restore the content after 10 to 14 business days, unless the claimant tells them they have filed a court action.

Can I file a counter-notice anonymously?

No. The law requires your name, address and phone number, and these are shared with the claimant.

Will a counter-notice remove a YouTube copyright strike?

If the content is restored after a valid counter-notice, YouTube removes the related strike. Use YouTube’s own counter-notification form.

What if I live outside the United States?

You can still file. You consent to the jurisdiction of any U.S. district where the platform can be found.

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