Copyright Policy
We respect intellectual property rights and expect our users to do the same. This policy outlines how we handle copyright matters, including the process for reporting infringement and our response procedures.
Our Commitment
We are committed to protecting the intellectual property rights of creators, authors, and content owners. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and similar international copyright laws, ensuring swift action against any reported infringement.
DMCA Takedown Process
Filing a Notice
Required Elements:
• Identification of copyrighted work
• Location of infringing material
• Contact information
• Good faith statement
• Verification of accuracy
Our Response
Timeline: Within 24-48 hours
• Review submitted notice
• Remove infringing content
• Notify affected user
• Document the process
Counter-Notification Process
- Good Faith Belief: Material was removed due to mistake or misidentification
- Contact Information: Full name, address, phone number, and email
- Consent to Jurisdiction: Agreement to federal court jurisdiction
- Physical Signature: Electronic or physical signature required
- Restoration Timeline: Content restored within 10-14 business days if no court action
Repeat Infringer Policy
Three-Strike System
First Strike: Warning and content removal
Second Strike: Temporary account suspension
Third Strike: Permanent account termination
Appeal Process
Review Period: 30 days for appeals
Documentation: Provide evidence of ownership or fair use
Reinstatement: Account restoration if appeal is successful
Fair Use Guidelines
We recognize that certain uses of copyrighted material may qualify as fair use under copyright law. Fair use considerations include:
Purpose: Educational, commentary, criticism, or parody
Nature: Type of copyrighted work being used
Amount: Portion of work used in relation to the whole
Effect: Impact on the market value of the original work
Copyright Agent Contact
For all copyright-related matters, including DMCA takedown notices and counter-notifications, contact our designated copyright agent: See our Contact page (/contact) for the required contact method. As a legally binding term of this Agreement, you agree to follow this contact protocol, unless prohibited by applicable law.
Email: team@aicody.com
Subject Line: DMCA Notice - [Brief Description]
Phone: +1 (415) 952-7773
Mail: 5 Thomas Mellon CIR STE 153, San Francisco CA 94134 USA
Protecting Intellectual Property. Respecting Creators.
We are committed to maintaining a platform that respects copyright while fostering innovation.