DMCA Copyright
At Castle APK, we respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. As part of our commitment to the protection of copyrighted content, we comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and respond promptly to notices of alleged infringement that comply with the DMCA. This page explains our policy for handling such notices and the steps you should follow to file a claim.
Compliance with DMCA
Castle APK abides by the federal Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) by responding to notices of alleged infringement that comply with the DMCA and other applicable laws. If we receive a valid DMCA notice, we will remove or disable access to the infringing material. In doing so, we make a good-faith attempt to contact the developer who submitted the affected material so they may make a counter-notification in accordance with the DMCA.
Filing a Notice of Infringing Material
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used in a way that infringes on your copyright, please send us a written notification with the following details:
Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf. Third-party agencies must provide a copy of the “Physical Authorization Letter” to address all copyright issues.
Identification of Infringed Work: A description of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. If a single notification covers multiple copyrighted works, a representative list of such works.
Identification of Infringing Material: The best way to help us locate content quickly is to provide URLs in the body of an email. Ensure the URLs point directly to the infringing material.
Contact Information: Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact the complaining party, such as an address, telephone number, and email address.
Statement of Good Faith: The complaining party believes that the use of the material as described is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law.
Accuracy of Notice: The notification confirms the accuracy of the information and states that, under penalty of perjury, the complaining party has the authority to act on behalf of the owner of the exclusive right that they claim is infringed.
Serving a Counter-Notification
Suppose you posted material on Castle APK, but it was removed or disabled due to a copyright infringement claim. If you believe this was a mistake or misidentification, you can address the issue accordingly. In that case, you may file a counter-notification with us. The counter-notification must include:
Signature: Your physical or electronic signature.
Identification of Removed Material: Identify the material that was removed or had its access disabled, along with the location where the material was available before its removal or disabling.
Statement of Accuracy and Authorization:
The notification must state that the information is truthful and correct.The statement must also include, under penalty of fraud, that the complainant has the authority to act on behalf of the owner of the exclusive right claimed to have been copied. (Note: According to Section 512(f), anyone who intentionally and significantly lies about something being copied may be held accountable for any harm caused).
Contact Information: Include your name, address, telephone number, and a statement of your consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district. If your address is outside the United States, state your consent to the jurisdiction of any judicial district where Castle APK can be found. And your agreement to accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or their agent.
Legal Advice
Before serving either a Notice of Infringing Material or Counter-Notification, you may wish to contact a lawyer to better understand your rights and obligations under the DMCA and other applicable laws. The notice requirements above aim to ensure Castle APK complies with its rights and obligations under the DMCA, particularly section 512(c). This information does not constitute legal advice.
Final Word
Castle APK is dedicated to protecting copyright holders’ rights and fostering a community that respects the legal use of intellectual property. We will continue to respond to DMCA Copyright notices and ensure that our platform remains compliant with all applicable laws. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our DMCA agent at [[email protected]].
By maintaining transparency and adherence to the DMCA, we aim to create a safe and respectful environment for all users and content creators.
