DMCA Counter-Notice
1. What is a Counter-Notice?
A DMCA counter-notice is a legal document that allows you to contest a copyright takedown claim if you believe your content was removed in error or without proper authorization.
Under Section 512(g) of the DMCA, if you receive a takedown notice, you have the right to file a counter-notice if you believe the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
Filing a counter-notice may result in the restoration of your content, but it also has legal implications and should only be done if you have a good faith belief that the removal was improper.
2. When to File a Counter-Notice
You should only file a counter-notice if you have a good faith belief that the material was removed due to mistake or misidentification of the material. Valid reasons include:
Your content falls under fair use, you have permission to use the material, you own the copyright, the material is in the public domain, or the takedown notice was fraudulent or mistaken.
3. Counter-Notice Requirements
A valid DMCA counter-notice must include the following elements under Section 512(g):
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the material removed and its original location
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed by mistake or misidentification
- Your name, address, phone number, and email
- A statement consenting to federal court jurisdiction
- A statement accepting service of process from the original complainant
4. Counter-Notice Process
After receiving a valid counter-notice, the platform has 10-14 business days to restore the material unless the original complainant files a lawsuit.
The platform will forward your counter-notice to the original complainant, who then has the opportunity to seek a court order to keep the material down.
Important Legal Notice
Filing a counter-notice has serious legal implications. You may be held liable for damages, including costs and attorney fees, if you materially misrepresent that content was removed by mistake.
5. Legal Consequences
Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, you may be liable for damages if you knowingly materially misrepresent that material was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification.
This can include monetary damages, court costs, and attorney fees. We strongly recommend consulting with a qualified attorney before filing a counter-notice.
6. Submit Your Counter-Notice
If you believe your content was wrongfully removed and you want to file a counter-notice, you can contact our legal team using the information below:
Contact Information
Quick Counter-Notice Submission
📋 Legal Statements
I have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification of the material.
CONSENT STATEMENT: I consent to the jurisdiction of Federal District Court for the judicial district in which my address is located, and I will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or an agent of such person.
📝 Legal Template
Pre-formatted counter-notice template that meets all DMCA requirements
⚖️ Legal Compliance
Ensures your counter-notice includes all required legal elements
📧 Direct Submission
Send your counter-notice directly to our legal team via email
🌍 Multilingual Support
Available in multiple languages for international users
⏱️ Response within 48-72 hours
Cooperative Resolution
We encourage all parties to work together to resolve copyright disputes amicably. Consider reaching out to the original complainant directly before filing a counter-notice, as many disputes can be resolved through good faith communication.