Paws of Fate respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This policy outlines our procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims.
Kruse Consultants, LLC, the company behind Paws of Fate, is committed to protecting the intellectual property rights of content creators, photographers, artists, and other copyright holders. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable copyright laws.
This policy applies to all content posted on or through the Paws of Fate mobile application and related services, including:
Copyright is a form of intellectual property protection that gives creators exclusive rights to their original works, including:
When using Paws of Fate, you must:
Share only photos, videos, and other content that you have created or for which you have explicit permission to use.
Don't copy, download, or repost other users' content without their permission, even if it's publicly visible.
If you have permission to share someone else's work, always provide appropriate credit and attribution.
Fair use is a narrow legal doctrine. When in doubt, seek permission from the copyright holder before using their content.
Special considerations for pet-related content:
Remember: Just because an image is publicly available online doesn't mean it's free to use. Most images are protected by copyright, even if they don't display a © notice.
If you believe that content on Paws of Fate infringes your copyright, you may submit a takedown notice under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We take these claims seriously and will investigate all properly submitted notices.
Before submitting a formal DMCA notice, please consider:
Good Faith Requirement: DMCA notices must be submitted in good faith. Submitting a false or frivolous takedown notice may subject you to legal liability, including potential damages and attorney fees.
When we receive a valid DMCA notice, we will:
To file a valid DMCA takedown notice, you must include all of the following information:
Describe the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed. If multiple works are involved, provide a representative list.
Identify the specific content on Paws of Fate that you claim is infringing, with enough detail for us to locate it (e.g., username, post date, description).
Provide your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
Include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
Include a statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Sign your notice with your physical or electronic signature.
Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice - Copyright Infringement Claim
Dear Copyright Agent,
I am writing to notify you of copyright infringement on the Paws of Fate platform.
1. Copyrighted Work: [Describe your copyrighted work]
2. Infringing Content: [Describe the specific content on Paws of Fate that infringes your copyright, including username and post details]
3. Contact Information:
Name: [Your full name]
Address: [Your complete address]
Phone: [Your phone number]
Email: [Your email address]
4. Good Faith Statement: I have a good faith belief that the use of the copyrighted material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
5. Accuracy Statement: I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or am authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
6. Signature: [Your physical or electronic signature]
Sincerely,
[Your name]
James Kruse
Copyright Agent
Kruse Consultants, LLC
328 Nowell Loop
DeLand, Florida 32724
Email: info@kruseconsultants.com
If your content was removed due to a DMCA takedown notice and you believe the removal was in error or that you have the right to use the content, you may file a counter-notification.
A valid counter-notice must include:
After we receive a valid counter-notice:
Important: Filing a counter-notice may result in legal proceedings against you. Only file a counter-notice if you are confident that the content was removed in error or that you have the legal right to use the material.
Kruse Consultants, LLC has adopted a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers, in accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws.
When determining appropriate action, we consider:
Account Appeals: If you believe your account was terminated in error, you may appeal by contacting us at info@kruseconsultants.com with "Copyright Appeal" in the subject line.
Fair use is a legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, comment, parody, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.
Courts consider four factors when determining fair use:
Important: Fair use is a complex legal concept and is determined on a case-by-case basis. When in doubt, seek permission from the copyright holder or consult with a lawyer.
All copyright-related communications should be sent to our designated copyright agent:
James Kruse
Copyright Agent
Kruse Consultants, LLC
328 Nowell Loop
DeLand, Florida 32724
Email: info@kruseconsultants.com
Subject Line: Please use "DMCA Notice," "Counter-Notice," or "Copyright Inquiry" as appropriate.
For general questions about this Copyright Policy or our services: