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Sample DMCA section 512 counternotice letters and other resources

Submitted by New Media Rights on Tue, 10/30/2007 - 11:36
This guide, originally created by the Fair Use Network, has been edited by New Media Rights, and is provided for users and creators who have received a DMCAi section 512 "takedown" notice.

Here are two sample counternotices to cover two common situations. We stress that these should be considered samples or models only. While a takedown counternotice only needs to comply with a few key points to be legally valid, anyone considering filing a counternotice should understand the legal implications of the DMCA § 512 process and the underlying legal claims.

Sample Counternotices:

Counternotice for fair use [512(c) webhost]
Counternotice for non-copyright claims [512(c) webhost]

Other Resources:

DMCA § 512(g) Counternotice Generator at Chilling Effects
Browse some actual counternotices at Chilling Effects
Does the notice include more than just DMCA § 512 claims? Review the 'Cease & Desist!' Guide.

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