DMCA

DMCA Copyright Policy

Last Updated: October 2, 2025
Version: 1.0

Overview

myskillmaster.org ("Website," “Site,” "we," "us," or "our") respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This DMCA Copyright Policy explains our procedures for responding to claims of copyright infringement in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA"), 17 U.S.C. § 512.

1. Our Commitment to Copyright Protection

We take copyright infringement seriously and respond promptly to properly submitted notices of alleged infringement. All content on our Website, including downloadable files, is either:

Created originally by us from scratch, or
Used with proper authorization, or
Believed to fall under fair use or other exceptions to copyright law

Third-party names, brands, or references in our content (such as in informational lists or educational materials) are included solely for informational and educational purposes and do not constitute reproduction of copyrighted material.

2. Filing a DMCA Copyright Infringement Notice

If you believe that content on our Website infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice to our designated DMCA Agent.

2.1 Requirements for a Valid DMCA Notice

To file a valid DMCA notice, your written communication must include all of the following elements:

Identification of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed. If multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, you may provide a representative list of such works.
Identification of the infringing material and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material on our Website. Please provide:
- Specific URL(s) where the material is located
- File name(s) if applicable
- Detailed description of where the material appears on our Website
Your contact information, including:
- Your full legal name
- Mailing address
- Telephone number
- Email address
A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
A statement that the information in your notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the exclusive copyright right that is allegedly being infringed.
Your physical or electronic signature (typing your full legal name constitutes an electronic signature).

2.2 How to Submit Your DMCA Notice

Send your complete DMCA notice to our email:

DMCA Agent:
Mishiko Taliashvili
Email: legal@myskillmaster.org
Mailing Address:
Salkhino 6
Tbilisi, 0101
Georgia

Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Request

2.3 Important Warnings

⚠️ False Claims: Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing may be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys' fees.

📋 Public Record: Your DMCA notice may be forwarded to the party that posted the allegedly infringing content. It may also be published or posted publicly (with personal information redacted).

3. Our Response to DMCA Notices

3.1 Investigation Process

Upon receipt of a valid and complete DMCA notice, we will:

Acknowledge receipt (typically within 1-3 business days)
Investigate the claim by reviewing the allegedly infringing material
Evaluate whether the use falls under fair use or other exceptions
Make a good faith effort to contact the user who posted the content (if applicable)

3.2 Takedown Actions

If we determine that a takedown is appropriate, we may:

Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
Remove the entire file or document containing the material
Terminate access for repeat infringers
Take any other action we deem appropriate in our sole discretion

3.3 Response Timeline

Target Response Time: 5-10 business days from receipt of a complete and valid notice.

Please Note: This timeline is a goal, not a guarantee. We are not legally obligated to respond within any specific timeframe, and complex cases may require additional time.

3.4 No Obligation to Act

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to:

Remove content that we believe may infringe copyright, regardless of whether a formal DMCA notice has been filed
Decline to remove content that we believe does not infringe or falls under fair use
Seek additional information before taking action

4. Filing a DMCA Counter-Notification

If you believe that material you posted was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification.

4.1 Requirements for a Valid Counter-Notification

Your written counter-notification must include:

Your physical or electronic signature
Identification of the material that has been removed or to which access has been disabled, and the location at which the material appeared before it was removed or disabled
A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification
Your name, address, and telephone number
A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of:
- The Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located (if you are in the United States), OR
- The appropriate court in Georgia (if you are outside the United States)
A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice or an agent of such person

4.2 How to Submit Your Counter-Notification

Send your counter-notification to the same DMCA Agent contact information listed in Section 2.2 above.

4.3 What Happens Next

If we receive a valid counter-notification:

We will forward it to the party who filed the original DMCA notice
We will inform that party that we may restore the removed material in 10-14 business days
We will restore the material unless the copyright owner files a court action seeking an injunction against the alleged infringer

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

5.1 Termination of Repeat Infringers

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, we have adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users or account holders who are deemed to be repeat infringers.

5.2 Definition of Repeat Infringer

A "repeat infringer" is a user who has been the subject of:

Two (2) or more valid DMCA takedown notices, OR
One (1) valid DMCA notice followed by continued infringing activity

5.3 Our Discretion

We reserve the right to terminate access to our Website for any user we believe, in our sole discretion, is a repeat infringer, regardless of whether the user has been the subject of formal DMCA notices.

6. Limitations and Disclaimers

6.1 No Obligation to Monitor

We have NO obligation to:

Monitor content on the Website for copyright infringement
Proactively seek facts or circumstances indicating infringing activity
Verify the accuracy or validity of DMCA notices or counter-notifications

6.2 Good Faith Actions

All of our actions in response to DMCA notices are taken in good faith. We make no representations or warranties regarding:

Whether any material actually infringes copyright
Whether any use constitutes fair use
The accuracy of any claims made in DMCA notices

6.3 Safe Harbor Protection

We claim protection under the DMCA's safe harbor provisions (17 U.S.C. § 512). By promptly responding to valid DMCA notices and maintaining this policy, we limit our liability for copyright infringement claims related to user-generated content.

6.4 No Waiver of Rights

Nothing in this policy shall constitute:

A waiver of any rights or defenses available to us under applicable law
An admission that any content is infringing
An assumption of liability for third-party content
A guarantee that we will take any specific action in response to any notice

7. Misuse of the DMCA Process

7.1 Liability for False Claims

If you knowingly misrepresent that material is infringing, you may be liable under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f) for:

Damages incurred by us
Damages incurred by the alleged infringer
Costs and attorneys' fees

7.2 Abuse and Bad Faith

We reserve the right to:

Seek damages from any party that abuses the DMCA notice or counter-notice process
Report abuse to appropriate authorities
Refuse to process future notices from parties who have submitted false or abusive notices

8. International Users

8.1 Application of DMCA Principles Worldwide

While the DMCA is United States federal law, we extend similar protections and processes to users worldwide. Users from jurisdictions outside the United States may submit copyright complaints following the same format outlined in this policy.

8.2 Applicable Law

We will handle all copyright complaints in accordance with:

Applicable international copyright treaties and conventions
The copyright laws of relevant jurisdictions
The principles underlying the DMCA

9. Specific to Downloadable Files

9.1 Original Creation

All downloadable files offered on our Website are created by us from scratch. Third-party names or references in these files are:

Used solely for informational and educational purposes
Believed to constitute fair use under 17 U.S.C. § 107
Not reproductions of copyrighted material

9.2 Rare Expectation of Claims

Given the original nature of our content, we expect DMCA notices regarding downloadable files to be rare. We encourage copyright owners to carefully review content before filing a notice and to consider whether the use constitutes fair use.

10. Contact Information for Copyright Questions

For general questions about copyright or this policy (not DMCA notices), you may contact us at:

General Inquiries:
Email: hi@myskillmaster.org
Website: myskillmaster.org

For DMCA Notices Only:
Use the DMCA Agent contact information in Section 2.2

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this DMCA Copyright Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Additional Legal Information

12.1 Governing Law

This policy shall be governed by the laws of Georgia, except for DMCA matters involving United States parties, which shall be governed by applicable United States federal copyright law.

12.2 Severability

If any provision of this policy is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12.3 Entire Agreement on Copyright

This policy, together with our Terms and Conditions, constitutes the entire agreement between you and us regarding copyright matters on the Website.