Frequently asked questions

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act is a 1998 U.S. law. Its Section 512 created the notice-and-takedown system: platforms that remove infringing material after a proper notice are protected from liability for their users’ uploads. Read our full guide.

No. Copyright exists automatically when you create an original work. Registration is needed to sue in U.S. federal court, not to send a takedown.

It is U.S. law, but most major platforms apply it worldwide and accept notices from rights holders in any country.

A sworn response from the uploader disputing the takedown. The platform must restore the content after 10 to 14 business days unless the copyright owner files a lawsuit and notifies the platform.

Yes, if you knowingly misrepresent that material is infringing. Section 512(f) lets the target recover damages, including attorney’s fees. That’s why we check ownership and fair use first.

Large platforms often act within hours to a few days, smaller sites in about a week, and Google delisting in a few days. Offshore sites may need escalation.

No honest service can. Most platforms and hosts follow the DMCA. For sites that ignore notices, we remove the pages from Google and Bing search results.

We act as your authorized agent, so our details appear on notices where the platform allows it. Some processes require the owner’s name; we tell you before sending those.

The links to the copies, a link to your original, and your confirmation that you own the content or are authorized to act for the owner.

No. We send notices and handle follow-up. For lawsuits, damages or disputed counter-notices, you’ll need a copyright lawyer; we provide the case file.

See our pricing page. Single takedowns are a one-time fee; protection plans are monthly.

After we review your case and you confirm. We don’t charge for the initial review.

Monthly plans can be cancelled before the next billing date.