Can a DMCA Takedown Be Overturned if Your Video is Fair Use?

Can a DMCA Takedown Be Overturned if Your Video is Fair Use?

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) allows copyright holders to issue takedown notices to websites and online services hosting content that allegedly infringes their copyrights. If you receive a DMCA takedown for a video you believe constitutes fair use, you may file a counter-notification to potentially get the…

False Copyright Claims: Abuse of DMCA on YouTube

False Copyright Claims: Abuse of DMCA on YouTube

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is an important law that protects copyrighted material online. However, the DMCA is sometimes abused on platforms like YouTube to silence criticism or competition. False copyright claims on YouTube are an unfortunate reality – one that impacts creators big and small.What is…

DMCA Safe Harbor: Protecting YouTube from Copyright (Explained)

DMCA Safe Harbor: Protecting YouTube from Copyright (Explained)

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) was passed in 1998 to bring copyright law into the digital age. One important component of the DMCA is the safe harbor provisions, which protect online service providers like YouTube from liability for copyright infringement under certain conditions.Understanding DMCA safe harbor is critical…

Exploring Risks: False DMCA Claims on YouTube Creators

Exploring Risks: False DMCA Claims on YouTube Creators

Filing false Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notices against YouTube creators can have serious consequences. However, some people file these notices without fully understanding copyright law or verifying infringement, risking perjury and opening themselves up to liability.YouTube’s Copyright Strike SystemYouTube operates on a “three…