Copyright infringement notice

A notice concerning material on Freetins should include the information required by 17 U.S.C. Section 512(c)(3):

  • A physical or electronic signature of the rights holder or authorized representative.
  • Identification of the copyrighted work, or a representative list if one notice covers multiple works.
  • Identification and location of the material at issue, including the full Freetins URL.
  • Contact information sufficient to reply, including an email address.
  • A statement of good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the owner, its agent or the law.
  • A statement that the notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that the sender is authorized to act.

Where to send a notice

Email [email protected] Use Copyright notice as the subject and include the full page URL.

How complete notices are handled

Freetins reviews a complete notice, may remove or disable access to the identified material, and may contact the person who supplied it. The site may ask for clarification when a request does not identify the work or location well enough to evaluate.

Counter-notice

  • Identify the material removed and its former location.
  • State under penalty of perjury that removal resulted from mistake or misidentification.
  • Provide your name, address and telephone number.
  • Include the jurisdiction and service-of-process consent required by 17 U.S.C. Section 512(g)(3).
  • Add a physical or electronic signature.

Fair use and misrepresentation

A notice should consider whether the disputed use may be authorized by law, including fair use. Knowingly making material misrepresentations in a notice or counter-notice can have legal consequences. Seek qualified legal advice if you are unsure.

Sources

Primary sources are preferred for current availability and product features. Older walkthrough details are labeled and cross-checked where possible.

U.S. Copyright Office Section 512 resources Primary notice, counter-notice and designated-agent guidance.