DMCA Policy – RecipeWitch.com
Effective Date: April 19, 2025
At Recipe Witch, we are committed to respecting intellectual property rights—both ours and those of others. This DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) Policy outlines our process for handling copyright-related complaints in full compliance with Title 17, United States Code, Section 512(c).
We operate as an online service provider and are entitled to the protections provided by the DMCA’s “safe harbor” provisions. To report alleged copyright violations occurring on this site, you must submit a valid DMCA notification, following the process described below.
Submitting a Copyright Complaint
If you are the rightful owner of copyrighted content, or you’re legally authorized to act on behalf of such an owner, and you believe material hosted on RecipeWitch.com infringes your rights, please send a formal takedown request including the following:
A signed declaration, either physically or digitally, from the copyright owner or their authorized agent.
A clear identification of the copyrighted work(s) you believe have been used unlawfully.
Precise information about the location of the allegedly infringing content on our website (please provide the exact URL to help us locate it quickly).
Contact details, including your full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and a valid email address.
A declaration, made in good faith, affirming that the material is believed to be used unlawfully—without your permission, the consent of your representative, or any legal justification.
A statement of accuracy, made under penalty of perjury, confirming that the information in your claim is truthful and that you are the copyright holder or legally empowered to act on their behalf.
Important: Submitting false claims can lead to legal consequences. Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, individuals who knowingly misrepresent information in a takedown notice may be held liable for damages, legal costs, and attorney fees.
Please send your copyright complaint via our contact email:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📝 Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Notification
Disclosure of Notice to Alleged Infringer
By submitting a DMCA complaint, you acknowledge that the information you provide may be forwarded to the user who posted the disputed content. This disclosure may include your name, email address, and details about your claim.
We believe in fairness and transparency. This step allows the alleged infringer to respond to your claim via a counter-notice, as permitted by law.
Counter Notification – Request for Restoration
If you believe your content was wrongly removed or disabled based on a DMCA notice, you have the legal right to send a counter-notification.
To be valid, your counter-notice must include:
Your signature (typed name is acceptable for electronic submissions).
Details about the specific material that was taken down, along with the web address or page where it was originally published.
A formal declaration, under legal oath, affirming that the removal of the content was the result of a mistake or incorrect identification.
Be sure to provide your full identification details, including your full name, physical address, phone number, and an active email address so we can respond appropriately.
A statement of jurisdiction, consenting to the authority of the appropriate federal court where your address is located (or, if you’re outside the U.S., that you agree to jurisdiction in the region where RecipeWitch.com is based), and that you agree to accept service of legal documents from the original complainant.
Counter-notices can also be submitted to:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📝 Subject Line: DMCA Counter-Notification
Once we receive your counter-notice, we may reinstate the content within 10–14 business days, unless the original party files a legal action seeking a court order to prevent its reappearance.
Policy for Repeat Infringements
Recipe Witch maintains a strict policy against repeated copyright violations. We actively monitor and log all DMCA complaints. If we identify users who repeatedly post infringing material, their access to our services may be permanently revoked.
This policy is enforced to protect the integrity of our platform and ensure that our community respects original creative work.
Policy Changes
We reserve the right to modify or update this DMCA policy at any time. Any revisions will be published on this page with the new “Effective Date.” We encourage visitors to revisit this page periodically to stay informed.
By continuing to access or use RecipeWitch.com following the publication of any policy updates, you acknowledge and agree to the revised terms.
Questions? Contact Us
If you have questions or need help understanding your rights under the DMCA, feel free to reach out.
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://www.recipewitch.com