DMCA policy for Lighthroom

This DMCA Policy applies to the website www.lighthroom.com (referred to as “Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) and outlines the process for handling claims of copyright infringement under the United States Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 1998. This policy is designed to protect the intellectual property rights of copyright holders while maintaining an open platform for creative learning and educational content. “You can find the official guidelines and full legal text on the U.S. Copyright Office’s official website.”

Respecting Copyright & Intellectual Property

At Lighthroom.com, we deeply value and respect intellectual property laws and are fully committed to responding to valid copyright concerns. If you are a copyright owner or a legally authorized agent, and believe any material published on this site infringes upon your copyright, you are encouraged to notify us with a valid DMCA takedown request.

Before Submitting a Copyright Complaint

Please be aware that submitting a false claim or misidentifying content as infringing may have legal consequences. If you are unsure whether a certain use qualifies as fair use or if the content is truly infringing, it is advisable to consult with a qualified attorney before proceeding with a claim.

To protect your privacy, if you are concerned about sharing your personal information, we suggest using a legal representative or DMCA agent.

How to File a Valid DMCA Notification

If you wish to request the removal of infringing content from Lighthroom.com, your DMCA notice must include the following:

  1. Your full name and contact information (including a valid email address).
  2. A clear and complete description of the copyrighted work being infringed.
  3. The exact URL(s) or location(s) on our website where the infringing material appears.
  4. A good-faith statement that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  5. A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf.
  6. Your electronic or physical signature.

Response Time & Action

Once we receive a complete and valid DMCA notice, we will:

  • Review the complaint for authenticity and accuracy.
  • Take appropriate action, which may include removal or disabling of the infringing content.
  • Notify the user who posted the allegedly infringing content, if applicable.
  • Allow counter-claims in accordance with the DMCA, if the user believes their content was wrongfully removed.

Counter Notification Process

If a user believes their content was removed in error, they may file a counter-notification with sufficient evidence and information. Upon validation, we may restore the content unless the original complainant files a court action.

Policy Updates

Lighthroom.com reserves the right to revise this DMCA Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and by continuing to use the Website after changes are made, you agree to the updated policy.

Report Copyright Infringement

To report copyright violations, please contact:

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lighthroom.com

We aim to respond to valid takedown requests within 2–4 business days.