> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://onugc.gitbook.io/onugc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://onugc.gitbook.io/onugc/legal-index/dmca.md). # DMCA / Copyright Policy Last updated: 2026-05-06 This policy explains how ON UGC handles copyright complaints and takedown requests. DMCA stands for the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (a U.S. copyright law). Even if you are not sure whether it applies to you, having a clear copyright process is a best-practice for services that host or generate user content. Designated agent email (and general contact): ### 1) Copyright complaints (takedown notices) If you believe content on ON UGC infringes your copyright, you may submit a takedown notice. ### 2) Required information To help us review your request, include: * your full legal name and contact information (email, mailing address, phone) * identification of the copyrighted work you claim was infringed * identification of the allegedly infringing material (URLs, file IDs, or enough detail to locate it) * a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law * a statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf * your physical or electronic signature ### 3) Counter-notices If your content is removed due to a copyright notice and you believe the removal was a mistake, you may submit a counter-notice. Counter-notices should include: * your name and contact information * identification of the material removed and where it appeared before removal * a statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed due to mistake or misidentification * consent to the jurisdiction of the appropriate court (as required by law) * your physical or electronic signature ### 4) Repeat infringers ON UGC may terminate accounts of repeat infringers where required or appropriate. ### 5) Contact Send notices and questions to: