Understanding Our Commitment to Protecting Copyright
When I first started this sports website years ago, I honestly did not think much about copyright law. I was focused on bringing fans the best highlights, analysis, and commentary possible. Then one day, I received a formal notice that someone had posted a full pay-per-view match on our forums without permission . That experience taught me how serious copyright infringement can be and why every website needs clear policies. Let me walk you through how we handle these situations and what you need to know if you ever have concerns about content appearing on our site.
Our Relationship with Third-Party Content
Here is something important to understand right away. Our website does not host or store any audiovisual content directly on our servers. We are simply a platform that provides links to audiovisual content located on third-party servers like youtube.com, ustream.tv, livestream.com, facebook.com, and others including telerium.tv, mips.tv, liveflash.tv, sawlive.tv, castamp.com, limpi.tv, and ok.ru. Because the material exists elsewhere, we are not responsible for hosting copyrighted content or copyrighted material ourselves.
We do not stream any audiovisual content from our own infrastructure. When you click a link on our site, you are accessing videos that live on public platforms. This distinction matters because it means we cannot simply remove videos from the internet entirely. What we can do is investigate reports and remove the links from our website if we determine that files violate any agreements or rights.
How We Handle Copyright Infringement Reports
If you believe any content on our site infringes your copyright, we take that seriously. Our policy is to investigate every legitimate claim we receive about potential copyright infringement. We have dealt with online streaming sites before and understand how frustrating it can be when your work appears somewhere without permission. Whether it involves pay-per-view matches, events, or any other protected material, we want to hear from you.
The process is straightforward but requires specific information to be valid. You need to send us a proper notice that follows the requirements of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act or DMCA. This information must be in electronic format as outlined in 17 U.S.C. 512(3) . Without the correct details, we cannot process your request or take action on the reported material.
What Your Copyright Notice Must Include
Through years of handling these requests, I have learned exactly what works and what gets rejected. Your notification must start with either a physical signature or electronic signature from a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright that is allegedly infringed . This proves you have the legal standing to make the claim.
Next, you must provide identification of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed . If you have multiple copyrighted works covered by a single notification, you can include a representative list of those works as they appear on our site. This saves time when dealing with extensive infringement issues involving many files.
You also need to give us identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and that you want removed. This must be specific enough that we can actually locate the material. Simply saying “a video of the game” does not help us. Include the exact URL or detailed description so we can find exactly what you are reporting.
Your Contact Information and Good Faith Statement
We also need your information so we can contact you about the claim. This means providing your full name, address, telephone number, and email address. Anonymous claims cannot be processed because we have no way to verify who is making the report or follow up with questions if anything is unclear.
Your notice must include a statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner you are complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law. This is a serious legal statement, so only submit it if you genuinely believe the content is unauthorized.
Finally, you need a statement that the information in your notification is accurate, made under penalty of perjury, and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the exclusive right that is allegedly infringed . False claims can have legal consequences, so please be certain before submitting.
Our Response to Valid Claims
Once we receive a complete and proper notice of a copyright infringement claim, we act quickly. We believe in protecting creators while maintaining a useful platform for fans. If we determine the claim is valid, our policy is to remove or disable access to the submitted content that has been identified in the claimed infringement notice.
We also notify the content provider, member, or user who originally posted the material that it has been removed or disabled . This gives them the opportunity to respond if they believe the removal was a mistake. We treat both sides fairly because we understand that misunderstandings happen.
Repeated Infringement and Account Termination
We take repeat offenses seriously at our site. In appropriate circumstances, we terminate the subscriptions and access of account holders who are repeat infringers . This policy applies whether someone repeatedly posts unauthorized pay-per-view matches or keeps sharing copyrighted material without permission.
We have had to do this before, and it is never pleasant, but protecting intellectual property rights matters. The trademarks, logos, and other registered marks you see belong to their rightful owners, and we respect that. Our role is to provide reference and commentary purposes under fair use principles, not to enable widespread copyright violation.
Legal Framework We Operate Under
Our approach follows both United States law through the DMCA and international standards. For our Spanish visitors, we also consider Article 32 of the Spanish Intellectual Property Law or LPI. This legal framework helps guide how we handle copyrighted content while respecting free expression and legitimate commentary purposes.
We are not responsible for the misuse of content by third parties, but we do respond when notified properly. The information on this page explains our procedures so everyone understands their rights and responsibilities when using our services.
Limitations of Our Responsibility
Let me be clear about what we can and cannot do. We are not liable for the unlawful use of information by others. We are also not liable for the misuse or misinterpretation of information found on our site. The services we provide are offered in good faith, but we cannot control every action of every visitor.
We are not responsible for the material you can access through links on our website. Once you leave our site and visit external platforms like limpi.tv or youtube.com, different rules apply. Those sites have their own policies and their own responsibility for the content they host.
Geographic Restrictions and User Responsibility
Some content on the internet is restricted by geography. If you are in a country where certain material is prohibited, you are responsible for your own actions in accessing our site. We cannot be responsible for users who choose to view content that is illegal in their location.
By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to our terms and conditions. The content we link to comes from public websites and is freely distributable in many cases, but you must follow your local laws. We aim to operate within a legal article framework that respects prohibition against copyright violation while still providing useful free material to fans.
When Content Does Not Infringe Copyright
Sometimes content looks like it might be infringing but actually falls under fair use or other exceptions. For example, short clips used for commentary purposes are often protected. Trademarks and logos shown for identification are generally acceptable. We evaluate each claim individually to determine if something truly infringes the law or if it qualifies as legitimate use.
Our page exists to explain these policies clearly. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. We respond to every legitimate inquiry and take our responsibilities seriously. The internet works best when creators and platforms cooperate to respect rights while still allowing information to flow freely.
How to Contact Us About Copyright Issues
If you are a copyright owner or an agent representing one, and you believe a user submission or other content on our site infringes your rights, please contact us directly. You are bound by the requirements explained above when you submit a notification. We follow the law carefully and expect others to do the same.
We have handled claims involving video posted on limpi.tv service and other platforms. We understand the frustration of finding your copyright-infringing material online. That is why we maintain a clear policy to remove or disable access to any submitted content that is properly identified in a valid claimed infringement notice.