Our Commitment to Copyright Protection

WoodDesignForge takes copyright infringement seriously and adheres to the notice and takedown procedures outlined in Sections 512(c) and 512(d) of the DMCA (17 U.S.C. § 512 et seq.). We are committed to:

• Respecting the intellectual property rights of creators and copyright holders
• Responding promptly to valid DMCA takedown notices
• Removing infringing content when properly notified
• Educating our community about copyright best practices

Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice

If you believe that content on WoodDesignForge infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA Takedown Notice. To be valid and actionable, your notice must include the following elements:

1. Authorization: A physical or electronic signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
2. Identification of Copyrighted Work: Clear identification of the copyrighted work(s) you claim have been infringed. If multiple works are involved, provide a representative list
3. Location of Infringing Material: Specific identification of the material you claim is infringing, including sufficient information for us to locate it (such as URLs or page descriptions)
4. Contact Information: Your contact details, including:
   • Full name and address
   • Telephone number
   • Email address
5. Good Faith Statement: 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
6. Accuracy Statement: A statement made under penalty of perjury that:
   • The information in your notice is accurate
   • You are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

How to Submit Your Notice

Please send your complete DMCA Takedown Notice to our designated Copyright Agent:

Important Distinctions

Please note that the Copyright Agent should only receive DMCA Takedown Notices. For other inquiries, please use the appropriate channels:

• Product Questions: Contact our customer service
• General Feedback: Use our contact form
• Purchase Issues: Visit our support page
• Content Questions: Send to our general email

Counter-Notification Process

If your content was removed due to a DMCA notice and you believe the removal was made in error, you may submit a counter-notification. This should include:

1. Your physical or electronic signature
2. Identification of the removed material and its previous location
3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the material was removed by mistake or misidentification
4. Your contact information
5. A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of federal court in your district

Repeat Infringer Policy

WoodDesignForge maintains a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers, in accordance with DMCA requirements.

Educational Resources

We believe in educating our community about copyright. If you're unsure whether your use of copyrighted material constitutes fair use or requires permission, we encourage you to:

• Consult with a legal professional
• Review the U.S. Copyright Office guidelines
• Always credit original creators when possible
• Consider using royalty-free or Creative Commons licensed content

Last Updated: May 17, 2025