DMCA

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Compliance

The Entrepreneurs 45+ Network respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This policy outlines our procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Our Commitment to Copyright Protection

We are committed to:

  • Protecting the intellectual property rights of content creators
  • Providing clear procedures for reporting copyright infringement
  • Responding promptly to valid DMCA takedown notices
  • Maintaining compliance with federal copyright law
  • Educating our community about intellectual property respect

DMCA Takedown Notice Procedure

Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice

If you believe that content on our platform infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice with the following required information:

Required Elements of a Valid DMCA Notice

  1. Identification of Copyrighted Work
  • A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed
  • If multiple works are involved, a representative list of such works
  • Registration number if the work is registered with the U.S. Copyright Office
  1. Identification of Infringing Material
  • A description of the material that you claim is infringing
  • Specific location where the material appears on our platform (URL, page, or section)
  • Sufficient information to allow us to locate the material
  1. Contact Information
  • Your full legal name and title (if representing an organization)
  • Your mailing address, telephone number, and email address
  • If you are representing a copyright owner, proof of authorization
  1. Good Faith Statement A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by:
  • The copyright owner
  • The copyright owner’s agent
  • The law
  1. Accuracy Statement 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, or
  • The copyright owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed
  1. Physical or Electronic Signature
  • Your physical signature on a printed notice, or
  • Electronic signature on an electronic notice

How to Submit a DMCA Takedown Notice

Send your complete DMCA notice to our designated Copyright Agent:

DMCA Copyright Agent
Email: support@entrepreneurs45plus.com
Mail: Entrepreneur 45+ Network
Tom Morgan
4270 Oak Park Drive, Mt. Olive, AL 35117

Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Notice”

Processing Timeline

Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, we will:

  • Acknowledge receipt within 24 hours
  • Review the notice for completeness and validity
  • Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material promptly
  • Notify the user who posted the material of the takedown
  • Maintain records of all DMCA notices received

DMCA Counter-Notification Procedure

If Your Content Was Removed

If you believe your content was wrongly removed due to a DMCA takedown notice, you may file a counter-notification.

Required Elements of a Counter-Notification

  1. Identification of Removed Material
  • Description of the material that was removed or disabled
  • Location where the material appeared before removal
  1. Contact Information
  • Your full name, address, phone number, and email address
  1. Good Faith Statement A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification
  2. Consent to Jurisdiction A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of:
  • Federal District Court for your judicial district (if in the United States)
  • Federal District Court for the district where our service provider is located (if outside the United States)
  1. Consent to Service of Process A statement that you will accept service of process from:
  • The person who provided the original DMCA notice, or
  • An agent of such person
  1. Physical or Electronic Signature Your physical or electronic signature

Counter-Notification Process

Send your complete counter-notification to:

Email: [dmca@entrepreneurs45plus.com]
Subject Line: “DMCA Counter-Notification”

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification:

  • We will forward it to the original complainant
  • If no court action is filed within 10-14 business days, we may restore the content
  • We will notify you of any actions taken

Repeat Infringer Policy

Three-Strike Policy

We maintain a policy of terminating accounts of repeat infringers:

First Offense:

  • Warning and educational notice about copyright respect
  • Temporary suspension of posting privileges
  • Requirement to complete copyright education module

Second Offense:

  • Account suspension for 30 days
  • All uploaded content reviewed for additional violations
  • Written commitment to respect intellectual property required

Third Offense:

  • Permanent account termination
  • Forfeiture of any remaining membership benefits
  • Prohibition from creating new accounts

Determining Repeat Infringement

Factors we consider:

  • Number of valid DMCA takedown notices received
  • Severity and scope of infringement
  • User’s response to previous violations
  • Evidence of willful or intentional infringement

Our Intellectual Property Rights

Protected Content

The following content is protected by copyright and owned by us or our licensors:

Original Course Materials:

  • Video lessons and educational content
  • Skill lab workbooks and worksheets
  • Templates and business tools
  • Audio recordings and transcripts

Community Content:

  • Coaching call recordings
  • Moderated discussions and guidance
  • Curated resource libraries
  • Member success story compilations

Marketing Materials:

  • Website content and design
  • Promotional videos and images
  • Email sequences and sales copy
  • Brand assets and logos

Permitted Use by Members

Active members are granted limited rights to:

  • Access and view course materials for personal learning
  • Download workbooks and templates for personal business use
  • Participate in community discussions and coaching calls
  • Reference concepts learned in their own business activities

Prohibited Uses

Members may not:

  • Copy, distribute, or share course materials with non-members
  • Record, reproduce, or redistribute video or audio content
  • Use our content for commercial training or competing programs
  • Remove copyright notices or claim ownership of our materials
  • Create derivative works based on our intellectual property

Safe Harbor Provisions

DMCA Safe Harbor Compliance

We qualify for DMCA safe harbor protections by:

  • Designating an agent to receive copyright infringement notices
  • Not having actual knowledge of infringing activity
  • Acting expeditiously to remove infringing material upon notice
  • Not receiving financial benefit directly attributable to infringing activity

Limitations of Safe Harbor

Safe harbor protections do not apply to:

  • Content we create or directly control
  • Material we actively promote or encourage
  • Content where we have actual knowledge of infringement
  • Situations where we receive direct financial benefit from infringement

Copyright Education and Prevention

Member Education

We educate our community about copyright through:

  • Clear guidelines in our Terms of Service
  • Regular reminders about intellectual property respect
  • Educational content about fair use and copyright basics
  • Examples of appropriate content sharing and attribution

Proactive Measures

We take steps to prevent infringement by:

  • Monitoring uploaded content for potential violations
  • Providing clear guidelines for content sharing
  • Encouraging original content creation
  • Reviewing community posts for copyright compliance

International Copyright Considerations

Global Copyright Respect

We respect international copyright laws including:

  • Berne Convention requirements
  • WIPO Copyright Treaty provisions
  • Regional copyright legislation where applicable
  • Bilateral copyright agreements

Cross-Border Enforcement

For international copyright issues:

  • We cooperate with valid legal requests from other jurisdictions
  • We apply consistent standards regardless of content origin
  • We consider international fair use and fair dealing exceptions
  • We work with content creators worldwide to resolve disputes

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before filing formal DMCA notices, we encourage:

  • Direct communication between copyright owners and users
  • Good faith attempts to resolve disputes amicably
  • Clarification of fair use or licensing questions
  • Mediation through our customer support team when appropriate

Escalation Process

When informal resolution fails:

  • Formal DMCA procedures should be followed
  • We maintain neutrality while processing valid notices
  • We document all communications and decisions
  • We provide appeals processes for disputed removals

Contact Information

Copyright Questions and Concerns

For non-urgent copyright questions: Email: [copyright@entrepreneurs45plus.com]
Response Time: 2-3 business days

DMCA Notices and Legal Matters

DMCA Copyright Agent
Email: support@entrepreneurs45plus.com
Mail: Entrepreneur 45+ Network
Tom Morgan
4270 Oak Park Drive, Mt. Olive, AL 35117

For urgent copyright matters: Subject Line: “URGENT COPYRIGHT MATTER”
Response Time: Within 24 hours

Policy Updates and Changes

Notification of Updates

We may update this DMCA policy to reflect:

  • Changes in copyright law or DMCA requirements
  • Updates to our content management procedures
  • Feedback from copyright holders and users
  • Best practices in digital copyright protection

Material changes will be communicated through:

  • Email notification to active members
  • Prominent notice on our website
  • Updated effective date on this policy

Legal Disclaimer

No Legal Advice

This policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific copyright questions or disputes, consult with a qualified intellectual property attorney.

Good Faith Implementation

We implement this policy in good faith compliance with the DMCA. We reserve the right to interpret and apply these procedures in accordance with applicable law and our business judgment.

This DMCA Copyright Policy is an integral part of our Terms of Service and should be read in conjunction with our other legal policies.

We are committed to fostering a community that respects intellectual property rights while promoting learning and legitimate business development.