Last Updated: December 2024
Effective Date: December 2024
1. Our Commitment to Copyright Protection
YTMP3 respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and will respond to valid takedown notices in accordance with the law.
Important Notice
We strongly encourage users to only convert content they own or have explicit permission to download. Converting copyrighted material without permission may violate copyright laws.
2. How We Handle Copyright Infringement
While YTMP3 is a conversion tool and does not host copyrighted content, we take copyright infringement seriously. Our service:
- Does not store or host any copyrighted content
- Does not pre-screen content but responds to valid takedown notices
- Automatically deletes converted files after 24 hours
- Maintains logs for legal compliance purposes
3. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been infringed through our service, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice. Your notice must include:
Identification
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
- Proof of your authority to act on behalf of the copyright owner
Copyrighted Work
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
- Registration number (if applicable)
- Description of the work and where it was first published
Infringing Material
- URL of the infringing YouTube video
- Specific timestamps if only part of the video infringes
- Description of how the material infringes your copyright
Good Faith Statement
- Statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
- Statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate
- Statement that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
4. How to Submit a DMCA Notice
Send your complete DMCA takedown notice to us via:
Contact Form
Use our Contact Page
Select "DMCA Notice" as subject
5. Our Response Process
Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, we will:
Within 24 Hours
Acknowledge receipt of your notice
Review Process
Investigate the validity of the claim
Take Action
Block access if claim is valid
Notify You
Send confirmation of action taken
6. Counter-Notice Process
If you believe your content was removed in error, you may file a counter-notice. Your counter-notice must include:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the material that was removed
- Statement under penalty of perjury that the material was removed by mistake
- Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction
- Statement that you will accept service of process from the complainant
7. Repeat Infringer Policy
We maintain a policy of terminating access for users who are repeat copyright infringers. We track DMCA notices and may implement technical measures to prevent repeated infringement.
8. Misrepresentation Warning
Legal Warning
Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, anyone who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be liable for damages. Please ensure your claim is valid before submitting a takedown notice.
9. Limitations of Our Service
Please note that:
- We are a conversion tool, not a content hosting platform
- We cannot control what users choose to convert
- We do not pre-screen YouTube content for copyright status
- We cannot remove content from YouTube itself
- Our actions are limited to blocking access through our service
10. Contact Information
For DMCA-related inquiries, please contact our designated agent:
DMCA Agent
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Notice
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours