Effective Date: January 1st, 2024
Last Updated: February 9, 2025
1. Ownership of Content
All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, designs, software, and other materials (collectively, “Content”), is the exclusive property of GoDocufy or its content providers. This content is protected by United States copyright laws (Title 17, U.S. Code), California state laws, and international intellectual property laws.
2. Copyright Infringement & Unauthorized Use
You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, transmit, publicly display, sell, license, or exploit any content without prior written permission.
- Use our logo, branding, trademarks, or proprietary materials without explicit authorization.
- Republish our articles, blog posts, or any written materials without attribution or consent.
Exceptions for Fair Use
Under the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107), limited use of copyrighted material for purposes such as commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research may qualify as “fair use.” However, improper use beyond these allowances may result in legal action.
3. Permitted Use
You may:
- View and download publicly available content for personal, non-commercial use only.
- Share publicly accessible content with proper attribution and a link to the original source.
4. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Compliance
We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) (17 U.S.C. § 512) and take intellectual property rights seriously. If you believe any content on our website infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown request.
How to File a DMCA Takedown Notice
To file a copyright infringement claim, please send a written notice to our Designated Copyright Agent at:
📧 Email: info@godocufy.com
Your request must include:
- A description of the copyrighted work being infringed.
- The URL or specific location of the infringing material on our website.
- Your contact information (name, address, email, phone number).
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that your claim is accurate.
- Your electronic or physical signature.
Counter-Notification Process
If you believe that content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may file a DMCA counter-notification to dispute the takedown. This must include:
- Your contact information.
- A description of the removed material.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you have a good faith belief the material was removed in error.
- Consent to jurisdiction in a U.S. federal court if legal action is taken.
5. Compliance with California & U.S. Laws
This Copyright Policy aligns with:
- California Civil Code § 980-989 – Governing copyright protection at the state level.
- Title 17, U.S. Code (U.S. Copyright Act) – Federal copyright protection laws.
- DMCA (17 U.S.C. § 512) – Digital copyright enforcement and takedown procedures.
- California Business and Professions Code § 17200 – Prohibiting unfair competition, including intellectual property misuse.
6. Copyright Violations & Legal Consequences
Unauthorized use of our copyrighted material may result in:
- Cease-and-desist notices
- DMCA takedown requests to web hosting providers and search engines
- Legal action for damages and attorney fees under U.S. Copyright Law
7. Changes to This Copyright Policy
We may update this Copyright Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected with an updated Effective Date at the top of this page.
8. Contact Us
For copyright-related inquiries or to request permission for use, contact us at:
📧 Email: info@godocufy.com