Copyright Policy

Last Updated: January 27, 2025

Copyright Policy and DMCA Takedown Procedure

Last Updated: January 27, 2025
Effective Date: January 27, 2025
Version: 1.0

1. Introduction

Laundry Master (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This Copyright Policy explains our procedures for handling copyright infringement claims and takedown requests in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable copyright laws.

This policy applies to:

  • User-uploaded content (clothing photos, care label images, notes)
  • Any content that may infringe on third-party copyrights
  • Copyright infringement claims and counter-notifications

Contact Information for Copyright Claims:

  • Designated Copyright Agent: Mert Dönmez
  • Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Request” or “Copyright Infringement Claim”
  • Location: Turkey

2.1 Respect for Intellectual Property

We respect intellectual property rights and expect our users to do the same.

Users must:

  • Only upload content they own or have permission to use
  • Not upload copyrighted material without authorization
  • Respect third-party copyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights
  • Comply with all applicable copyright laws

2.2 User Content Ownership

You retain ownership of content you upload to Laundry Master (see Terms of Service, Section 6).

By uploading content, you represent and warrant that:

  • You own the content or have the right to upload it
  • The content does not infringe on any third-party rights
  • You have obtained all necessary permissions and licenses
  • The content is not subject to any copyright restrictions

2.3 Our Response to Infringement

We will:

  • Respond promptly to valid copyright infringement claims
  • Remove or disable access to infringing content when properly notified
  • Terminate repeat infringers’ accounts
  • Comply with applicable copyright laws, including DMCA

We will not:

  • Knowingly host infringing content
  • Ignore valid copyright infringement claims
  • Restore removed content without proper authorization

3. DMCA Takedown Procedure

If you believe that content on Laundry Master infringes your copyright, you may file a DMCA takedown request.

To file a valid DMCA takedown request, you must provide:

1. Identification of the Copyrighted Work:

  • Description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
  • Registration number (if applicable)
  • URL or location of the original work (if available)

2. Identification of Infringing Content:

  • Specific description of the infringing content
  • Location of the infringing content (user account, clothing item, etc.)
  • Screenshots or other evidence of the infringement

3. Contact Information:

  • Your full name
  • Your mailing address
  • Your telephone number
  • Your email address

4. 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

5. Accuracy Statement:

  • A statement that the information in your notification is accurate
  • A statement that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

6. Signature:

  • Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative

3.2 DMCA Takedown Request Format

Please send your DMCA takedown request to:

Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
Subject: “DMCA Takedown Request”

Required Information:

1. Copyright Owner Information:
   - Name: [Your Full Name]
   - Address: [Your Mailing Address]
   - Phone: [Your Phone Number]
   - Email: [Your Email Address]

2. Description of Copyrighted Work:
   - Title: [Title of Copyrighted Work]
   - Registration Number: [If Applicable]
   - Original Location: [URL or Description]

3. Description of Infringing Content:
   - User Account: [If Known]
   - Content Description: [Detailed Description]
   - Location in App: [Specific Location]

4. Good Faith Statement:
   [Statement that you believe the use is not authorized]

5. Accuracy Statement:
   [Statement that information is accurate and you are authorized]

6. Signature:
   [Your Physical or Electronic Signature]

3.3 Processing Takedown Requests

Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown request:

We will:

  1. Review the Request: Verify that the request contains all required information
  2. Investigate: Review the allegedly infringing content
  3. Remove Content: If valid, remove or disable access to the infringing content
  4. Notify User: Notify the user who uploaded the content (if applicable)
  5. Respond to Claimant: Acknowledge receipt and inform of actions taken

Response Time:

  • We aim to respond to valid DMCA takedown requests within 48 hours
  • Content removal typically occurs within 7 business days of receiving a valid request
  • Complex cases may require additional time for investigation

Invalid Requests:

  • Requests missing required information will be rejected
  • We may request additional information before processing
  • Frivolous or fraudulent requests may be ignored

4. Counter-Notification Procedure

4.1 If Your Content Was Removed

If your content was removed due to a DMCA takedown request, you may file a counter-notification if you believe the removal was a mistake.

You may file a counter-notification if:

  • You believe the content was removed by mistake
  • You have a good faith belief that the content does not infringe copyright
  • You have authorization to use the content
  • The content is protected by fair use or other legal exceptions

4.2 Counter-Notification Requirements

To file a valid counter-notification, you must provide:

1. Identification of Removed Content:

  • Description of the content that was removed
  • Location where the content appeared before removal
  • Date of removal (if known)

2. Good Faith Statement:

  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that the content was removed by mistake or misidentification

3. Jurisdiction Consent:

  • A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district (or Turkey, if outside the US)
  • A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original takedown request

4. Contact Information:

  • Your full name
  • Your mailing address
  • Your telephone number
  • Your email address

5. Signature:

  • Physical or electronic signature

4.3 Counter-Notification Format

Please send your counter-notification to:

Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
Subject: “DMCA Counter-Notification”

Required Information:

1. Your Information:
   - Name: [Your Full Name]
   - Address: [Your Mailing Address]
   - Phone: [Your Phone Number]
   - Email: [Your Email Address]

2. Description of Removed Content:
   - Content Description: [Detailed Description]
   - Original Location: [Where Content Appeared]
   - Date Removed: [If Known]

3. Good Faith Statement:
   [Statement that removal was a mistake]

4. Jurisdiction Consent:
   [Statement consenting to jurisdiction and service of process]

5. Signature:
   [Your Physical or Electronic Signature]

4.4 Processing Counter-Notifications

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification:

We will:

  1. Review the Counter-Notification: Verify that it contains all required information
  2. Notify the Original Claimant: Forward the counter-notification to the person who filed the original takedown request
  3. Wait Period: Wait 10-14 business days for the original claimant to file a lawsuit
  4. Restore Content: If no lawsuit is filed, we may restore the content

Important Notes:

  • Filing a false counter-notification may result in legal liability
  • We may require additional verification before restoring content
  • We reserve the right to refuse to restore content if we believe it infringes copyright

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

5.1 Definition of Repeat Infringer

A “repeat infringer” is a user who:

  • Has received multiple valid DMCA takedown requests
  • Has had content removed for copyright infringement on multiple occasions
  • Has been notified of copyright infringement but continues to upload infringing content

5.2 Actions Against Repeat Infringers

We reserve the right to:

  • Terminate Accounts: Permanently terminate accounts of repeat infringers
  • Block Access: Block access to the App for repeat infringers
  • Report to Authorities: Report repeat infringers to appropriate legal authorities
  • Take Legal Action: Pursue legal action against repeat infringers

Termination Process:

  • First violation: Warning and content removal
  • Second violation: Account suspension
  • Third violation: Permanent account termination

We may terminate accounts immediately if we determine, in our sole discretion, that the user is a repeat infringer or has engaged in egregious copyright infringement.

6. False or Fraudulent Claims

6.1 Penalties for False Claims

Filing a false or fraudulent DMCA takedown request may result in:

  • Legal liability for damages
  • Perjury charges (in jurisdictions where applicable)
  • Reimbursement of costs and attorney fees
  • Permanent ban from filing future claims

We reserve the right to:

  • Reject false or fraudulent claims
  • Report false claims to appropriate authorities
  • Pursue legal action against false claimants

6.2 Good Faith Requirement

All DMCA takedown requests must be made in good faith.

You must:

  • Have a genuine belief that the content infringes your copyright
  • Provide accurate information
  • Not use DMCA takedown requests to harass or silence others
  • Not file claims for content you know does not infringe copyright

Filing a false claim is a serious matter and may result in legal consequences.

7. Fair Use and Other Exceptions

7.1 Fair Use

Some uses of copyrighted material may be protected by fair use or other legal exceptions.

Fair use factors include:

  • Purpose and character of the use (educational, commentary, etc.)
  • Nature of the copyrighted work
  • Amount and substantiality of the portion used
  • Effect on the potential market for the copyrighted work

We respect fair use rights and will consider fair use arguments in counter-notifications.

Other legal exceptions may apply, including:

  • Public domain works
  • Works with expired copyrights
  • Works used with permission or license
  • Works used under other statutory exceptions

If you believe your use is protected by fair use or another exception, you may include this information in your counter-notification.

8.1 Applicable Laws

This policy complies with:

  • DMCA (United States): Digital Millennium Copyright Act
  • EU Copyright Directive: European Union copyright laws
  • Turkish Copyright Law: Türkiye Fikir ve Sanat Eserleri Kanunu
  • Other Applicable Laws: Copyright laws of other jurisdictions

8.2 Jurisdiction

For users outside the United States:

  • DMCA procedures may still apply
  • Local copyright laws may also apply
  • We will comply with applicable international copyright laws

For users in Turkey:

  • Turkish copyright law (Fikir ve Sanat Eserleri Kanunu) applies
  • We will comply with Turkish copyright procedures
  • Turkish courts have jurisdiction for Turkish users

9. Trademark and Other Intellectual Property

9.1 Trademark Infringement

This policy primarily addresses copyright infringement. For trademark infringement claims:

  • Contact us at benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Include similar information as DMCA requests
  • We will review trademark claims on a case-by-case basis

9.2 Other Intellectual Property Rights

For other intellectual property claims (patents, trade secrets, etc.):

  • Contact us at benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Provide detailed information about the alleged infringement
  • We will review and respond appropriately

10. Contact Information

Designated Copyright Agent:

  • Name: Mert Dönmez
  • Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Request” or “Copyright Infringement Claim”
  • Location: Turkey

10.2 General Inquiries

For general copyright questions or concerns:

  • Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Subject Line: “Copyright Inquiry”
  • Response Time: We aim to respond within 5-7 business days

10.3 Urgent Matters

For urgent copyright matters:

  • Email: benmertmiyim.dev@gmail.com
  • Subject Line: “URGENT: Copyright Matter”
  • Note: Please indicate “URGENT” in the subject line for priority handling

11. Updates to This Policy

11.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Copyright Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in applicable laws
  • Changes in our procedures
  • Improvements to our processes
  • Other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons

11.2 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes by:

  • In-App Notification: Displaying a notice in the App
  • Email Notification: Sending an email to registered users
  • Updated Date: Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy

11.3 Your Continued Use

Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Copyright Policy.

If you do not agree with the changes:

  • You should stop using the App
  • You may delete your account if you disagree with the policy

11.4 Version History

  • Version 1.0 (January 27, 2025): Initial Copyright Policy

12. Additional Information

This Copyright Policy works together with:

  • Terms of Service: User content and intellectual property provisions
  • Privacy Policy: Data handling and user rights

Please review all three documents to understand your rights and obligations.

This policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

If you have questions about:

  • Your copyright rights
  • Whether content infringes copyright
  • How to file a DMCA request
  • Legal consequences of copyright infringement

You should consult with a qualified attorney who specializes in intellectual property law.

12.3 No Attorney-Client Relationship

Communicating with us about copyright matters does not create an attorney-client relationship.

We are not your legal counsel and cannot provide legal advice.

13. Summary

13.1 Key Points

For Copyright Owners:

  • File DMCA takedown requests with all required information
  • We will respond within 48 hours and remove infringing content within 7 business days
  • False claims may result in legal liability

For Users:

  • Only upload content you own or have permission to use
  • If your content is removed, you may file a counter-notification
  • Repeat infringers may have their accounts terminated

For Everyone:

  • Respect intellectual property rights
  • File claims in good faith
  • Consult legal counsel for complex matters

Last Updated: January 27, 2025
Effective Date: January 27, 2025
Version: 1.0

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