DMCA Policy

At Bookish Closet, we respect the intellectual property rights of others and comply fully with the provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This policy outlines the steps for submitting a copyright infringement notification or a counter-notification.

Designated DMCA Agent

To report alleged copyright infringement, please contact our designated DMCA agent:

• Email: support@bookishcloset.com
• Subject Line: [DMCA] - Copyright Infringement Report

Filing a Copyright Infringement Notice

If you believe that content on our site infringes on your copyright, please submit a written notice that includes the following:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
• A clear description of the material that is claimed to be infringing and its location on our website.
• Your full contact information, including name, address, phone number, and email address.
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Our Response to Valid DMCA Notices

Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, Bookish Closet will take the following actions:

• Review the notice within 24–48 hours
• Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content
• Notify the party responsible for the content, if applicable
• Document the complaint in our internal compliance records

We may also request additional information if necessary to verify the claim.

Bookish Closet cooperates with copyright holders and legal authorities in addressing intellectual property concerns.

Repeat Infringer Policy

• Bookish Closet maintains a strict policy regarding repeat copyright infringement.
• Accounts or contributors that receive three (3) valid copyright infringement notices may be permanently suspended or terminated.
• We reserve the right to remove content and restrict access to our services for users who repeatedly violate intellectual property rights.

Proactive Intellectual Property Protection

Bookish Closet takes reasonable steps to prevent intellectual property violations on our platform.

These measures include:

• Manual review of designs and product content before publication
• Monitoring reported copyrighted works and trademarks
• Prompt investigation of intellectual property complaints
• Immediate removal of content found to infringe copyright
• Cooperation with rights holders to resolve disputes
• Design Ownership and Licensing

All content, artwork, and product designs published on Bookish Closet are required to meet one of the following criteria:

• Original works created by our internal design team
• Artwork that has been properly licensed or purchased from authorized sources
• Content submitted by contributors who confirm that they own the rights or have obtained the necessary permissions to use the material
• We do not knowingly publish or distribute unauthorized copyrighted material.

Misrepresentation and False Claims

• Submitting a false DMCA claim or counter-notification may result in legal liability under Section 512(f) of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
• Any party who knowingly misrepresents that material is infringing may be liable for damages, including legal fees and costs.
• All claims must be submitted in good faith and with accurate information.

Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe material was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with us. Your counter-notice must include:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed material and its location before it was removed
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you believe in good faith the content was removed in error
• Your name, mailing address, and telephone number
• A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the U.S. Federal District Court in your district (or if outside the U.S., any judicial district where Bookish Closet may be found)
• A statement that you will accept service of process from the original complainant or their agent.
• Submit counter-notices to: support@bookishcloset.com

(*) Important Notes

• Submitting false claims or counter-notices may result in legal liability under Section 512(f) of the DMCA
• We reserve the right to terminate accounts of users who are repeat infringers
• All claims must be submitted in good faith and with complete, accurate information

Modifications to This Policy

Bookish Closet reserves the right to revise this DMCA policy at any time. Any changes will become effective immediately upon being posted on our website.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this DMCA Policy or intellectual property concerns, please contact:

Bookish Closet – Legal Compliance Team

• Customer Support: support@bookishcloset.com
• Business Hours: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (EST)