DMCA Copyright Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE:
TokPure respects intellectual property rights and expects our users to do the same. This DMCA Policy explains how copyright owners can report alleged infringement and how users can respond to such claims.
1. TokPure's Role and Responsibility
1.1 What TokPure Is
TokPure is a technical tool that acts as an intermediary service. We:
- Provide technology that facilitates access to publicly available TikTok content
- Do NOT host, store, or maintain copies of any TikTok videos
- Do NOT own or claim ownership of any content processed through our Service
- Act solely as a technical bridge between users and TikTok's platform
1.2 What TokPure Is NOT
Critical Clarifications:
- We are NOT a content hosting provider
- We do NOT store videos on our servers
- We do NOT have control over TikTok's content or policies
- We do NOT bypass TikTok's copyright protections
- We do NOT modify or alter copyrighted content
2. DMCA Compliance
TokPure complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. § 512. As a service provider, we respond promptly to properly submitted notices of alleged copyright infringement.
2.1 Designated DMCA Agent
Copyright Agent Contact Information:
Name: DMCA Agent
Email: dmca@tokpure.com
Address: [Your Physical Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
3. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement through our Service, please provide our DMCA Agent with a written notice containing the following information:
3.1 Required Information
Your DMCA notice must include ALL of the following:
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Identification of the copyrighted work:
- Describe the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed
- If multiple works are covered by a single notification, provide a representative list
- Include links or other identifying information
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Identification of the infringing material:
- Provide the TikTok URL(s) of the allegedly infringing content
- Include specific information that allows us to locate the material
- Provide screenshots if helpful
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Your contact information:
- Full name (individual or organization)
- Mailing address
- Telephone number
- Email address
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Good faith statement:
Include the following statement: "I have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law."
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Accuracy statement:
Include the following statement: "The information in this notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, I am the owner, or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner, of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed."
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Physical or electronic signature:
- Physical signature on mailed notices
- Electronic signature (typed name) on emailed notices
- Digital signature if available
3.2 Important Notes About DMCA Notices
⚠️ Warning About False Claims:
- Submitting a false or fraudulent DMCA notice may result in legal liability
- You may be liable for damages (including costs and attorney fees)
- Making false claims is perjury under federal law
- Only submit notices for content you own or are authorized to represent
4. What Happens After We Receive a Valid DMCA Notice
4.1 Our Response Process
Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, we will:
- Review the notice to ensure it meets all DMCA requirements
- Investigate the claim and verify the information provided
- Take appropriate action, which may include:
- Temporarily disabling access to the specific URL(s) in question
- Contacting the user who requested the download (if identifiable)
- Documenting the complaint for our records
- Notify you of the action taken
- Provide a copy of the notice to the affected user (if applicable)
4.2 Timeline
We aim to respond to valid DMCA notices within 48-72 hours of receipt. Complex cases may require additional time.
5. Counter-Notification
If you believe that content you downloaded was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification.
5.1 Counter-Notification Requirements
Your counter-notification must include:
- Your contact information: Name, address, phone number, and email
- Identification of the material: Description and URL of the material that was removed
- Good faith statement: "I have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification."
- Consent to jurisdiction: Statement consenting to jurisdiction of Federal District Court
- Acceptance of service: Statement accepting service of process from the complaining party
- Physical or electronic signature
5.2 Counter-Notification Process
After receiving a valid counter-notification:
- We will forward a copy to the original complainant
- We will inform them that we may restore access in 10-14 business days
- If the complainant does not file a court action, we may restore access
- If the complainant files a lawsuit, we will follow court orders
6. Repeat Infringer Policy
TokPure has adopted and implemented a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, access to our Service by users who are deemed to be repeat infringers.
Repeat Infringer Definition:
- Users who receive three or more valid DMCA notices
- Users whose counter-notifications are repeatedly rejected
- Users who demonstrate a pattern of infringing behavior
Actions We May Take:
- Temporary or permanent suspension of access
- IP address blocking
- Account termination (if applicable)
7. Limitations and Disclaimers
7.1 Our Limitations
Please understand that:
- We cannot verify the copyright status of every video on TikTok
- We rely on rights holders to notify us of infringement
- We do not pre-screen or monitor user activity
- We cannot prevent all copyright infringement
- We are not responsible for content hosted on TikTok's platform
7.2 Your Responsibility
Important Reminder to Users:
- You are responsible for ensuring you have permission to download content
- Downloading copyrighted content without permission may violate the law
- TokPure is not liable for your copyright infringement
- Always respect creators' rights and obtain necessary permissions
8. Additional Copyright Information
8.1 Fair Use
The DMCA provides certain exemptions for fair use. Before filing a DMCA notice, consider whether the use might be protected as fair use under 17 U.S.C. § 107.
Fair use factors include:
- Purpose and character of the use
- Nature of the copyrighted work
- Amount and substantiality of the portion used
- Effect on the potential market or value of the work
8.2 International Copyright
TokPure respects copyright laws in all jurisdictions. If you're located outside the United States, you may have additional rights under your local copyright laws. However, DMCA notices should follow the U.S. DMCA format for consistency.
9. Modifications to This Policy
We may update this DMCA Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated through our website.
10. Additional Resources
For more information about copyright law and the DMCA:
11. Contact Information
For DMCA Notices and Copyright Issues:
Email: dmca@tokpure.com (preferred method)
Subject Line: "DMCA Takedown Notice" or "DMCA Counter-Notification"
Mailing Address: [Your Physical Address]
For General Inquiries:
Email: support@tokpure.com
Contact Form: Contact Us Page
12. Acknowledgment
By using TokPure, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this DMCA Policy. You agree to respect copyright laws and the intellectual property rights of content creators.
This DMCA Policy is designed to comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512) and protect the rights of copyright owners while providing due process for users. We take copyright infringement seriously and will respond promptly to valid notices.