BestPickAdvisor.org (“the Website”) is committed to respecting and protecting the intellectual property rights of others. As a platform that provides product reviews and helpful content to consumers, we understand the importance of intellectual property and recognize that copyright holders must be able to protect their work from unauthorized use. To that end, we adhere to the provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and have established the following DMCA policy to address claims of copyright infringement on our Website.
If you are a copyright holder or an authorized representative, and you believe that material on BestPickAdvisor.org has been used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, this page outlines the steps you can take to submit a DMCA notice to us, as well as what we will do to resolve the matter.
1. What Is the DMCA?
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a U.S. copyright law that provides copyright holders with specific legal recourse if they believe their work has been infringed online. The DMCA provides a process for copyright owners to request the removal of infringing content by sending a notice to the website hosting the content, or the website owner, identifying the infringing material.
As a platform operating in accordance with the DMCA, BestPickAdvisor.org will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices by removing or disabling access to the allegedly infringing material and notifying the person responsible for posting the content.
2. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you are the owner of a copyrighted work, or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner, and you believe that your copyright has been infringed on BestPickAdvisor.org, you can submit a formal DMCA takedown notice to request the removal of the infringing content.
To submit a valid DMCA takedown notice, please provide the following information in writing:
a. Identification of the Copyrighted Work
Identify the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed. This could be a specific product review, image, video, or other content. Please provide enough detail so that we can clearly identify the work that is being infringed. If multiple works are being infringed, you may provide a representative list of those works.
b. Identification of the Infringing Material
Identify the specific content on BestPickAdvisor.org that you believe is infringing upon your copyright. You must provide enough detail to allow us to locate the material on the Website. The best way to do this is by providing the URL(s) where the infringing material is located. Please note that vague or incomplete descriptions may delay the review process.
c. Statement of Good Faith Belief
Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in question is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law. This means that you believe, in good faith, that the content is being used without permission and that it constitutes copyright infringement.
d. Statement of Accuracy
Include a statement that the information you have provided in your DMCA notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
e. Contact Information
Provide your contact information, including your full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address. This information is necessary for us to contact you regarding your DMCA takedown notice and to provide updates on the status of your request.
f. Signature
Include a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf. If submitting the notice via email, typing your full name at the end of the notice will suffice as an electronic signature.
g. Submission
You may submit your DMCA takedown notice via email to the following address:
Email: [Insert Contact Email Address]
Alternatively, you may mail your notice to the following address:
Address: [Insert Physical Mailing Address]
Please note that incomplete or inaccurate DMCA notices may not be processed. To ensure the prompt resolution of your complaint, be sure to include all the necessary details.
3. Counter-Notification Procedure
If you believe that material you posted on BestPickAdvisor.org was mistakenly removed or disabled due to a DMCA takedown notice, you have the right to submit a counter-notification. A counter-notification is a legal response to a DMCA notice, indicating that the material was removed in error and should be restored.
To file a valid counter-notification, you must provide the following information:
a. Identification of the Removed Material
Identify the specific material that was removed or disabled and provide the URL(s) or location where the material appeared before it was removed. This will help us verify the content in question.
b. Statement of Good Faith Belief
Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the removal or disabling of the material was a mistake or that you have authorization to use the material in question.
c. Statement of Consent to Jurisdiction
Include a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court in your area and that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original DMCA notice or their agent.
d. Contact Information
Provide your contact information, including your full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address. We will use this information to communicate with you regarding your counter-notification.
e. Signature
Include a physical or electronic signature. If submitting the counter-notification via email, typing your full name at the end of the notice will suffice as an electronic signature.
f. Submission
You may submit your counter-notification via email to the following address:
Email: admin@bestpickadvisor.org
Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we will forward it to the party who submitted the original DMCA notice. If they do not file a legal action against you within 10 business days, we will restore the removed material or re-enable access to it.
Please note that filing a false counter-notification can result in legal consequences, including potential liability for damages (including costs and attorneys’ fees). Make sure that you have a legitimate reason to file a counter-notification before submitting one.
4. Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, BestPickAdvisor.org has adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users or account holders who are deemed to be repeat infringers. If a user or contributor to our Website repeatedly infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others, we reserve the right to terminate their access to the Website.
If you believe that a user of BestPickAdvisor.org is a repeat infringer, please provide detailed information regarding their infringing activities, including references to prior DMCA notices and responses.
5. Limitations of Liability
Please be aware that BestPickAdvisor.org is an informational and review-based website, and we do not claim ownership over any third-party content, trademarks, or intellectual property referenced in our reviews. We make every effort to ensure that all materials on our Website are used lawfully and in accordance with copyright laws. However, if copyrighted material appears on our Website without proper authorization, we will promptly address the matter upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice.
By submitting a DMCA notice or counter-notification, you acknowledge that you are acting in accordance with U.S. copyright law and that false claims of infringement or misrepresentation may result in legal penalties.
6. Modifications to this DMCA Policy
BestPickAdvisor.org reserves the right to modify this DMCA Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes or updates will be posted on this page, and it is your responsibility to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any changes. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this DMCA Policy or need further clarification regarding the submission of a DMCA notice or counter-notification, please contact us at:
Email: admin@bestpickadvisor.org