DMCA Policy

GenderFetish respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This policy outlines our procedures for handling copyright infringement claims.

Quick Notice

If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on our platform, please follow the procedures outlined below to submit a proper DMCA takedown notice.

1. Our Commitment to Copyright Protection

GenderFetish is committed to protecting intellectual property rights and complying with copyright law. We respond promptly to valid DMCA takedown notices and have implemented policies to address repeat infringers.

2. Designated DMCA Agent

DMCA Agent Contact Information:

Elippsis Gaming (Ireland)

DMCA Compliance Department

Email: support@genderfetish.com

Subject Line: "DMCA Takedown Request"

Country: Ireland, European Union

Note: DMCA notices should only be sent for copyright infringement claims. For other issues, please use our general support channels.

3. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice

3.1 Required Information

To file a valid DMCA takedown notice, you must include all of the following information:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work: Describe the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed, or if multiple works are involved, a representative list of such works
  • Identification of the infringing material: Provide the specific URL(s) or location(s) of the material you claim is infringing
  • Your contact information: Include your name, address, telephone number, and email address
  • Good faith statement: A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  • Accuracy statement: A statement that the information in your notice is accurate
  • Authority statement: A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
  • Physical or electronic signature: Your physical or electronic signature

3.2 DMCA Notice Template

Use this template for your DMCA notice:

To: support@genderfetish.com

Subject: DMCA Takedown Request

I, [Your Full Name], state UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY that:

1. I am the owner of the exclusive rights in the copyrighted work described below, or I am authorized to act on behalf of the owner of such rights.

2. The copyrighted work I believe has been infringed is: [Describe your work]

3. The infringing material is located at the following URL(s): [List specific URLs]

4. My contact information is:

Name: [Your Name]

Address: [Your Address]

Phone: [Your Phone]

Email: [Your Email]

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

6. I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate.

Signature: [Your signature]

Date: [Date]

4. Our Response Process

4.1 Notice Review

  • • We review all DMCA notices within 24-48 hours of receipt
  • • Valid notices that meet all DMCA requirements will be processed
  • • Incomplete notices will be returned with requests for additional information
  • • Fraudulent or bad faith notices may result in legal action

4.2 Content Removal

  • • Allegedly infringing content is removed expeditiously upon valid notice
  • • The user who posted the content is notified of the removal
  • • Removed content is preserved for potential counter-notice procedures
  • • We provide a copy of the takedown notice to the affected user

5. Counter-Notice Procedure

5.1 Filing a Counter-Notice

If you believe your content was removed in error or misidentification, you may file a counter-notice containing:

  • • Your name, address, phone number, and email address
  • • Identification of the material that was removed and its location before removal
  • • A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification
  • • A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for your address, or if outside the US, for any judicial district in which we may be found
  • • A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original takedown notice
  • • Your physical or electronic signature

5.2 Counter-Notice Process

  • • We forward valid counter-notices to the original complainant
  • • Content may be restored 10-14 business days after counter-notice unless the complainant files a court action
  • • We are not required to restore content and will use our discretion
  • • Legal disputes between parties should be resolved in court

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

Three Strike Policy

  • First Violation: Warning and content removal
  • Second Violation: Temporary account suspension (7-30 days)
  • Third Violation: Permanent account termination

6.1 Repeat Infringer Determination

  • • We maintain a database of DMCA violations for each user
  • • Only valid DMCA takedowns count toward repeat infringer status
  • • Counter-notices that result in content restoration reset the count
  • • We may exercise discretion for egregious violations

7. False Claims and Misrepresentation

Warning: Legal Consequences

Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be subject to liability for damages. This includes false takedown notices and false counter-notices.

7.1 Consequences of False Claims

  • • Legal liability under Section 512(f) of the DMCA
  • • Potential damages to the affected user
  • • Attorney fees and court costs
  • • Ban from filing future DMCA notices on our platform

8. Specific Considerations for Adult Content

8.1 Age Verification Documentation

  • • All performers in content must be 18+ with proper documentation
  • • Model releases and age verification records are maintained per 2257 requirements
  • • DMCA claims do not override age verification requirements
  • • Content with questionable age documentation will be removed regardless of DMCA status

8.2 Revenge Porn and Non-Consensual Content

  • • Non-consensual intimate imagery is removed immediately upon report
  • • Such content may be removed without full DMCA compliance
  • • We cooperate with law enforcement on criminal matters
  • • Specialized reporting channels available for victims

9. International Considerations

9.1 EU Copyright Directive

  • • We comply with EU Copyright Directive requirements
  • • Upload filters and content recognition systems are implemented
  • • EU users have additional rights under Article 17
  • • Cross-border disputes are handled according to applicable international law

9.2 Other Jurisdictions

  • • We honor valid takedown requests from recognized international authorities
  • • Local copyright laws may provide additional protections
  • • Jurisdiction clauses in our Terms of Service apply
  • • Users should consult local legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific advice

10. Contact Information for Non-DMCA Issues

For Non-Copyright Issues:

Privacy/Revenge Porn: support@genderfetish.com (Subject: "Privacy Violation")

Terms of Service Violations: support@genderfetish.com (Subject: "Terms Violation")

Community Guidelines: support@genderfetish.com (Subject: "Community Violation")

General Legal Issues: support@genderfetish.com (Subject: "Legal Matter")

Important: Use the DMCA process only for copyright infringement. Other issues should be reported through appropriate channels.

11. Modifications to This Policy

We may update this DMCA Policy to reflect changes in law or our procedures. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or platform notification. Continued use of our platform constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

12. Legal Resources

  • DMCA Text: Available at copyright.gov
  • Copyright Basics: U.S. Copyright Office website
  • Fair Use Guidelines: Stanford University Fair Use Project
  • Legal Assistance: Consult with qualified copyright attorneys

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: 9/9/2025