DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) is a U.S. law enacted in 1998 to protect copyrighted content online. It addresses copyright infringement by setting rules for handling copyrighted material, including takedown notices, penalties, and protections for internet service providers (ISPs).
Key Aspects of DMCA:
- Takedown Notices – Copyright holders can request platforms to remove infringing content.
- Safe Harbor Protection – ISPs and online platforms are protected from liability if they comply with takedown requests.
- Anti-Circumvention Measures – It prohibits bypassing digital rights management (DRM) protections.
- Counter-Notices – Users can dispute wrongful takedowns.
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