Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy
Last Updated: August 2025
SharePricesLive.com respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to complying with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) of 1998. This policy outlines our procedures for handling copyright infringement claims and protecting intellectual property rights.
1. Our Commitment to Copyright Protection
At SharePricesLive.com, we are committed to:
- Respecting the intellectual property rights of content creators
- Responding promptly to legitimate copyright infringement claims
- Maintaining a fair and transparent process for handling disputes
- Protecting our users and content creators from copyright violations
- Complying with applicable copyright laws and regulations
2. Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on our website without authorization, please provide our Copyright Agent with a written notice containing the following information:
Required Information
- Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
- Description of where the infringing material is located on our website
- Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
Additional Statements
- Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
- Statement that the information is accurate
- Statement that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
- Statement under penalty of perjury
Important: Please ensure your notice is complete and accurate. Incomplete notices may delay our response or result in the notice being rejected.
3. Counter-Notification Process
If you believe your content was removed by mistake, you may file a counter-notification. Your counter-notification must include:
Your Information
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the removed material
- Description of where the material was located
- Your contact information
Legal Statements
- Good faith belief that material was removed by mistake
- Consent to local federal court jurisdiction
- Acceptance of service of process
- Statement under penalty of perjury
4. Repeat Infringer Policy
We maintain a strict policy regarding repeat copyright infringers:
- First Offense: Warning and content removal
- Second Offense: Temporary suspension of account
- Third Offense: Permanent termination of account
- Appeal Process: Users may appeal termination decisions
Fair Process: We provide users with an opportunity to respond to allegations before taking action.
5. Copyright Agent Contact Information
Please send all DMCA notices and counter-notifications to our designated Copyright Agent:
Response Time: We aim to respond to all DMCA notices within 48 hours during business days.
6. False Claims & Penalties
Please be aware of the following important information:
False Claims
- Making false copyright claims is illegal
- Penalties may include legal fees and damages
- Section 512(f) of DMCA provides for penalties
- Consult legal counsel before filing claims
Legal Consequences
- Civil penalties for false claims
- Potential criminal charges
- Liability for damages
- Legal fees and court costs
7. Our Response Process
When we receive a valid DMCA notice, we follow this process:
Review & Validation
We review the notice for completeness and validity within 24 hours
Content Removal
If valid, we remove or disable access to the infringing content
User Notification
We notify the user who posted the content about the removal
Counter-Notification
User may file a counter-notification if they believe removal was in error
Resolution
We restore content if counter-notification is valid, or maintain removal if not
8. Policy Updates
We may update this DMCA Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in applicable laws and regulations
- Updates to our internal procedures
- Improvements to our copyright protection measures
- Feedback from users and copyright holders
We will notify users of significant changes by:
- Posting updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications for major changes
- Displaying prominent notices on our platform
10. Legal Disclaimer
Legal Disclaimer: This DMCA Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal advice regarding copyright matters, please consult with a qualified attorney. The information provided here is not a substitute for professional legal counsel.