DMCA Policy

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Notice & Takedown Policy

The National Index respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), we will respond promptly to valid notices of alleged copyright infringement.

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that content on our website infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our designated agent containing the following information:

• Your full name and contact information (address, phone number, email).
• A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.
• The URL or specific location of the allegedly infringing content on our website.
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorised by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
• A statement that the information in your notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorised to act on their behalf.
• Your electronic or physical signature.

Our Response

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will promptly investigate and, where appropriate, remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content. We will notify the user who posted the content of the takedown.

Counter-Notice

If you believe your content was removed in error, you may file a counter-notice with the same contact details above. Please include the information required under the DMCA for a valid counter-notification.

Repeat Infringers

The National Index will terminate the accounts of users who are found to be repeat infringers of copyright in appropriate circumstances.