Copyright Infringement Letter Template for Germany

1. Sender Details: Full legal name and address of the copyright holder or their authorized representative

2. Recipient Details: Full name and address of the alleged infringer

3. Date and Reference: Current date and any reference numbers for tracking purposes

4. Subject Line: Clear identification as a copyright infringement notice (Abmahnung wegen Urheberrechtsverletzung)

5. Copyright Ownership Statement: Clear statement of copyright ownership or right to represent the copyright holder

6. Description of Protected Work: Detailed description of the copyrighted work including creation date and registration details if applicable

7. Infringement Details: Specific description of the infringement including dates, locations, and nature of unauthorized use

8. Legal Basis: Citation of relevant legal provisions under German copyright law (UrhG)

9. Cease and Desist Demand: Formal demand to cease the infringing activity immediately

10. Declaration of Discontinuance: Request for signed declaration of discontinuance (Unterlassungserklärung) with deadline

11. Compensation Demand: Specific monetary demands including damages and legal costs if applicable

12. Deadline for Response: Clear statement of deadline for response and consequences of non-compliance

13. Signature: Signature of the sender or authorized representative

1. Evidence of Copyright Ownership: Documentation proving copyright ownership or right to represent

2. Evidence of Infringement: Screenshots, copies, or other proof of the alleged infringement

3. Declaration of Discontinuance Template: Pre-formulated cease and desist declaration for signing

4. Calculation of Damages: Detailed breakdown of claimed damages and costs

5. Power of Attorney: If sent by a representative, documentation proving authority to act