DMCA Policy

1. Introduction

Square One Rentals respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) Policy outlines our procedures for handling copyright infringement claims.

2. Designated Copyright Agent

For copyright infringement claims, please contact our designated copyright agent:

3. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice

To file a copyright infringement claim, you must provide the following information in writing:

3.1 Required Information

• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the infringing material and its location on our platform
• Contact information for the complaining party (name, address, phone, email)
• Statement of good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

3.2 Notice Format

4. Our Response Process

4.1 Initial Review

• We will review your DMCA notice within 48 hours
• We may request additional information if the notice is incomplete
• We will verify the validity of your copyright claim

4.2 Takedown Action

• If the notice is valid, we will remove or disable access to the infringing material
• We will notify the user who posted the content
• We will provide the user with your contact information
• We will maintain records of the takedown action

4.3 Counter-Notification

Users may file a counter-notification if they believe the material was removed in error. We will restore the material within 10-14 business days unless you file a lawsuit.

5. Counter-Notification Process

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

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed material and its previous location
• Statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed in error
• Consent to local federal court jurisdiction
• Your contact information

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

We maintain a policy for handling repeat copyright infringers:

• First violation: Warning and content removal
• Second violation: Temporary account suspension (7-30 days)
• Third violation: Permanent account termination
• We reserve the right to terminate accounts immediately for egregious violations

7. False Claims

Filing a false DMCA notice may result in legal consequences. You may be liable for damages, including attorney's fees, if you knowingly misrepresent that material is infringing.

8. Fair Use and Exceptions

We recognize that some uses of copyrighted material may be protected under fair use or other exceptions. Users may include this information in their counter-notification.

9. Appeals Process

If you disagree with our decision regarding a DMCA notice or counter-notification, you may appeal by:

• Providing additional evidence or clarification
• Requesting a review by our legal team
• Seeking resolution through legal channels

10. Contact Information

For DMCA-related questions or to file a notice:

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this DMCA Policy as our procedures change or as required by law. We will notify users of significant changes by posting updates on this page.