DMCA Copyright Policy

1. What is the DMCA?

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a United States federal law that provides a framework for copyright holders to request the removal of infringing content from online platforms. We follow DMCA procedures as an international best practice for copyright protection.

Under the DMCA, online service providers can benefit from "safe harbor" protections that limit their liability for copyright infringement by users, provided they:

• Designate an agent to receive copyright infringement notices
• Respond expeditiously to valid takedown notices
• Implement a policy for terminating repeat infringers
• Accommodate standard technical measures to protect copyrighted works

2. Our Copyright Policy

BestModelSearch.com is a directory and aggregator platform that allows users to:

• Create and manage creator profiles
• Upload profile photos and biographical information
• Post reviews, ratings, and comments
• Share links to external platforms

While we host user-generated content, we do not monitor or review all content before it is posted. However, we take copyright infringement seriously and will investigate all valid claims.

Important: We are not the owner or creator of user-submitted content. If you believe content on our platform infringes your copyright, please follow the procedures outlined below to submit a DMCA takedown notice.

3. How to File a DMCA Takedown Notice

If you are a copyright owner (or authorized to act on behalf of one) and believe that content on BestModelSearch.com infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice.

3.1 Requirements for a Valid Notice

To be valid and legally effective, your DMCA notice must include all of the following elements as required by 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3):

1. Your Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
2. Identification of the Copyrighted Work: Identification of the specific copyrighted work(s) claimed to have been infringed. If you are claiming infringement of multiple works, provide a representative list.
3. Identification of the Infringing Material: Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and that you request to be removed or disabled. You must provide information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material, such as:
   • Direct URL(s) to the infringing content
   • Profile URL or username
   • Description of where the content is located on our platform
4. Your Contact Information: Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact you, including:
   • Full legal name
   • Mailing address
   • Telephone number
   • Email address
5. Good Faith Statement: A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
6. Accuracy Statement Under Penalty of Perjury: A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that:
   • The information in your notice is accurate, and
   • You are the copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

3.2 Sample DMCA Notice Template

Here is a sample template you can use to submit a DMCA notice:

Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice

To Whom It May Concern:

I, [Your Full Name], am the copyright owner (or authorized representative) of the following copyrighted work(s):

[Description of copyrighted work, e.g., "Photograph titled 'Summer Sunset' taken on June 15, 2024"]

I have a good faith belief that the following material on BestModelSearch.com infringes my copyright:

[URL(s) to infringing content, e.g., "https://bestmodelsearch.com/u/username"]
[Description of infringing material, e.g., "Profile photo is an unauthorized copy of my copyrighted photograph"]

I request that you remove or disable access to this material.

My contact information:
Name: [Your Full Legal Name]
Address: [Your Full Mailing Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
Email: [Your Email Address]

I have a good faith belief that use of the copyrighted material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or am authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

Signature: [Your Physical or Electronic Signature]
Date: [Date]

3.3 Where to Send Your Notice

Please send your complete DMCA takedown notice to our designated DMCA agent:

4. Our Takedown Process

4.1 Review Timeline

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will:

1. Acknowledge Receipt: We will confirm receipt of your notice within 1-2 business days.
2. Conduct a Thorough Review: We will carefully review your notice to verify it meets all DMCA requirements and investigate the claim. This process typically takes 3-7 business days.
3. Take Action: If we determine your notice is valid and the content is infringing, we will remove or disable access to the material.
4. Notify the User: We will notify the user who posted the content that it has been removed due to a DMCA claim.

4.2 Invalid or Incomplete Notices

If your notice does not meet all the requirements listed in Section 3.1, we may:

• Request additional information or clarification
• Reject the notice if it is clearly frivolous or made in bad faith
• Not take action if the notice remains incomplete after follow-up

4.3 Misrepresentation and Abuse

Warning: Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys' fees. Do not make false claims.

We reserve the right to:

• Reject notices that appear to be made in bad faith
• Pursue legal action against individuals who submit fraudulent or abusive notices
• Block or ban users who repeatedly submit invalid notices

5. Counter-Notifications

At this time, BestModelSearch.com does not accept counter-notifications or appeals of DMCA takedown decisions. If your content has been removed and you believe it was removed in error, you may:

• Contact the copyright claimant directly to resolve the dispute
• Seek legal counsel regarding your rights
• Pursue legal remedies under applicable law

All DMCA takedown decisions made by BestModelSearch.com are final.

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and our Terms of Service, BestModelSearch.com has adopted a policy for terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users who are repeat copyright infringers.

6.1 How We Handle Repeat Infringers

We evaluate repeat infringement on a case-by-case basis, taking into account factors such as:

• The number of valid DMCA notices received against a user
• The severity and nature of the infringement
• Whether the infringement was willful or unintentional
• The user's response and cooperation
• Whether the user has removed infringing content upon request

6.2 Potential Consequences

Depending on the circumstances, we may take the following actions against repeat infringers:

• Warning: We may issue a warning for first-time or minor infractions
• Temporary Suspension: We may temporarily suspend the user's account and ability to post content
• Permanent Termination: We may permanently terminate the user's account and ban them from the platform
• Legal Action: In cases of egregious or willful infringement, we may pursue legal remedies

We reserve the right to terminate any user's account at any time, with or without prior notice, if we determine they are a repeat infringer.

7. What We Are Not Responsible For

Please note the following limitations on our role and responsibilities:

• We Are Not Copyright Experts: We are not qualified to provide legal advice or make legal determinations about copyright ownership or fair use. We rely on the information provided in DMCA notices.
• We Do Not Mediate Disputes: We are not a party to disputes between copyright holders and users. We simply process valid takedown requests.
• We Do Not Monitor All Content: We do not proactively monitor or review all user-generated content for copyright infringement. We respond to valid notices we receive.
• External Links: We are not responsible for content on external platforms (OnlyFans, Fansly, social media, etc.) that users link to from our platform. Contact those platforms directly.
• No Guarantee of Removal: While we make good faith efforts to respond to valid notices, we do not guarantee removal in all cases, particularly if we determine a notice is invalid or made in bad faith.

8. Designated Copyright Agent Information

Our designated agent for receiving DMCA takedown notices is:

Note: Please only use the DMCA agent email for copyright infringement notices. For other legal matters, privacy requests, or general inquiries, use our other contact channels.

9. International Copyright Claims

While the DMCA is a United States law, BestModelSearch.com is committed to respecting copyright laws worldwide. If you are located outside the United States and believe your copyright has been infringed, you may:

• Submit a DMCA-style notice following the procedures outlined above
• Provide information about the applicable copyright law in your jurisdiction
• Include any additional documentation that supports your claim

We will evaluate international copyright claims using the same thorough review process as DMCA notices.

10. Modifications to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this DMCA Copyright Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of BestModelSearch.com after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Questions About This Policy

If you have questions about this DMCA Copyright Policy or the takedown process, please contact:

This DMCA Copyright Policy is part of our Terms of Service. By using BestModelSearch.com, you agree to comply with this policy.