Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

Effective Date: September 17, 2025

Copyright Protection Notice

GuterStuck respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our website to do the same. This DMCA Policy outlines our procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims and protecting our own copyrighted materials.

1. Our Copyrighted Materials

Protected Content

All content on the GuterStuck website is protected by copyright law and may not be reproduced without written permission. This includes but is not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and visual elements
• Product descriptions and marketing copy
• Images, graphics, and photographs
• Logo and branding materials
• Website code and functionality
• Product reviews and testimonials
• Policy documents and legal content
• Video content and multimedia

Prohibited Uses

Without express written permission from GuterStuck, you may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute any website content
• Use our product descriptions on other websites
• Download or save our images for commercial use
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Use our branding or logo in any manner
• Scrape or extract data from our website
• Republish our content on social media or other platforms

Authorized Use

Limited personal, non-commercial use of our website content is permitted solely for:

• Viewing products for potential purchase
• Sharing direct links to our product pages
• Reading policies and support information

Dropshipping & Commercial Reseller Warning

STRICT ENFORCEMENT NOTICE: We actively monitor for unauthorized commercial use of our materials. Any dropshippers, resellers, or competitors who:

• Use our product images, descriptions, or marketing content
• Edit or remove our logos from product photos
• Repost our content for commercial purposes
• Copy our website design or layout elements
• Use our branding in any commercial context

Will face immediate legal action. We WILL file copyright infringement claims, pursue monetary damages, and seek attorney fees against any unauthorized commercial use of our protected materials.

We maintain zero tolerance for intellectual property theft and will prosecute all violations to the fullest extent of the law.

2. Reporting Copyright Infringement

DMCA Takedown Notice

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied and is accessible on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our Designated Copyright Agent with the following information:

Required Information for DMCA Notice:

1. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, including the copyright registration number if available
2. Identification of the allegedly infringing material and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material on our website
3. Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
5. A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
6. Your physical or electronic signature

Designated Copyright Agent

Send DMCA takedown notices to:

3. Our Response to DMCA Notices

Review Process

Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice, we will:

1. Review the notice for completeness and validity
2. Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material if the notice is valid
3. Notify the user who posted the material of the removal
4. Provide the user with a copy of the takedown notice
5. Inform the user of their right to file a counter-notification

Response Timeline

We aim to respond to valid DMCA notices within 5-7 business days of receipt.

4. Counter-Notification Process

Filing a Counter-Notification

If you believe that material you posted was removed in error or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with the following information:

1. Identification of the material that was removed and the location where it appeared before removal
2. Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed due to mistake or misidentification
4. A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of Federal District Court for your judicial district
5. Your physical or electronic signature

Counter-Notification Response

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we will:

1. Forward the counter-notification to the original complainant
2. Inform them they have 10 business days to file a court action
3. Restore the removed material if no court action is filed within 10-14 business days

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

Account Termination

We maintain a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers. We may also remove content or disable accounts of users who repeatedly violate our copyright policies.

6. False Claims

Penalties for Misrepresentation

Under the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that:

• Material is infringing, or
• Material was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification

May be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorney fees.

7. Content Licensing Requests

Permission to Use Our Content

If you wish to use any of our copyrighted materials, you must obtain written permission. Contact us at:

Please include:

• Specific content you wish to use
• Intended use and purpose
• Duration of intended use
• Your contact information and business details

8. Disclaimer

No Legal Advice

This DMCA Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal questions regarding copyright law, please consult with a qualified attorney.

Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this DMCA Policy at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to our website.

9. Safe Harbor Compliance

DMCA Safe Harbor

GuterStuck qualifies for and complies with the safe harbor provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. We respond promptly to properly formatted takedown notices and maintain this policy to protect both copyright holders and legitimate users.

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