📋 Introduction
SPHERING³ LLC ("SPHERING³," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 ("DMCA"), we will respond expeditiously to claims of copyright infringement committed using the Thorium Marketplace, StoryHub Marketplace, and related services (collectively, the "Services").
📬 Designated DMCA Agent
SPHERING³ LLC DMCA Agent
Email: dmca@sphering3.com
This is our sole designated agent for receiving DMCA notifications.
📝 Filing a DMCA Notice
If you believe content on our Services infringes your copyright, submit a written notice containing:
Required Elements (Six Elements):
- Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed (or representative list if multiple works)
- Identification of the infringing material and information reasonably sufficient to locate it (URLs, RAD IDs, etc.)
- Contact information (address, telephone number, email address)
- Statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- Statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
⏰ Response Timeline
| Stage | Timeline | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Acknowledgment | Within 24 hours | Confirm receipt of notice |
| Review | Within 48 hours | Assess validity of claim |
| Action | Within 72 hours | Remove/disable access if valid |
| Notification | Immediately after action | Notify alleged infringer |
Actions We May Take:
- Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content from our platform interface
- Notify the user who posted the content
- Terminate repeat infringers' accounts
- Take other appropriate action
⛓️ Blockchain Immutability Notice
Due to the nature of blockchain technology and Arweave permanent storage:
- We cannot delete content stored on Arweave or blockchain records
- We can only remove content from our platform interface
- The underlying data may remain accessible through direct blockchain/Arweave access
- Ghost Bug protection and provenance records are permanent
🔄 Counter-Notification Procedure
If you believe your content was removed in error, submit a counter-notification containing:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the removed material and its previous location
- Statement under penalty of perjury that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
- Your name, address, telephone number
- Consent to jurisdiction of federal court in your district (or Delaware if outside US)
- Statement that you will accept service of process from the complainant
Restoration Timeline:
Unless the copyright owner files a court action, content will be restored within 10-14 business days after receiving a valid counter-notification.
🚫 Repeat Infringer Policy
| Strike | Action |
|---|---|
| First Strike | Warning + content removal |
| Second Strike | 30-day account suspension |
| Third Strike | Permanent account termination |
Note: Severe violations may result in immediate termination.
⚠️ Misrepresentation Warning
Section 512(f) Liability:
Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing, or that material was removed by mistake, may be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys' fees.
🌐 International Considerations
While we follow DMCA procedures, we also consider:
- EU DSA: Digital Services Act requirements for EU users
- Local Laws: Applicable intellectual property laws in other jurisdictions
- Good Faith: International takedown requests handled in good faith
📬 Contact Information
DMCA Agent - SPHERING³ LLC
Email: dmca@sphering3.com
General Legal: legal@sphering3.com