A Copyright Takedown Notice is a crucial legal instrument used when copyright owners discover unauthorized use of their protected works online. This document, governed by Austrian law and EU regulations, serves as the formal mechanism for requesting removal of infringing content from websites, platforms, or other online services. The notice must include specific elements required by the Austrian Copyright Act (Urheberrechtsgesetz) and the E-Commerce Act, such as clear identification of the copyrighted work, precise location of the infringing material, and declarations of good faith. It's typically used when direct communication with the infringer is impossible or has failed, and requires careful preparation to ensure legal compliance and effectiveness. The document should be drafted with consideration of both Austrian legal requirements and EU directives, particularly regarding digital content removal procedures and data protection under GDPR.
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1. Notice Date and Recipient Details: Date of the notice and complete contact information of the service provider/platform hosting the infringing content
2. Rights Holder Information: Full identification and contact details of the copyright owner or authorized representative
3. Description of Original Work: Clear identification of the copyrighted work being infringed, including registration numbers if applicable
4. Identification of Infringing Material: Specific URLs or detailed description of where the infringing content can be found
5. Good Faith Statement: Declaration that the notice is being made in good faith and that the information provided is accurate
6. Authority Statement: Statement confirming authority to act on behalf of the copyright owner
7. Signature and Declaration: Physical or electronic signature and declaration under penalty of perjury
1. Previous Communication Reference: Include when there have been previous attempts to address the infringement
2. Urgency Statement: Include when immediate action is required due to significant harm or time-sensitive content
3. Fair Use Consideration: Include when addressing potential fair use claims preemptively
4. Jurisdiction-Specific Statements: Include when the notice needs to comply with specific local requirements
5. Settlement Terms: Include when offering immediate resolution options to the infringer
1. Proof of Copyright Ownership: Documentation proving ownership of the copyrighted work (registration certificates, chain of title, etc.)
2. Evidence of Infringement: Screenshots, downloads, or other documentation showing the infringing use
3. Authorization Documentation: If acting on behalf of the copyright owner, documentation proving authority to act
4. Prior Communication Log: If applicable, record of previous attempts to resolve the infringement
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