casualgame.org respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our services to do the same. This DMCA Policy explains our process for handling copyright infringement notifications and our response to allegations of copyright infringement.

Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on this site, please notify us immediately. To file a notice of infringement with us, you must provide a written communication that sets forth the items specified below.

WARNING: Under Section 512(f) of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing may be subject to liability for damages. DO NOT make false claims.

DMCA Takedown Notice Requirements

To be effective, your notification of claimed infringement must be a written communication provided to our designated agent that includes substantially the following:

Required Information for Your DMCA Notice

  1. Physical or Electronic Signature: A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
  2. Identification of Copyrighted Work: Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online site are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that site.
  3. Identification of Infringing Material: Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled, and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material.
  4. Contact Information: Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact the complaining party, such as an address, telephone number, and, if available, an email address at which the complaining party may be contacted.
  5. Statement of Good Faith Belief: A statement that the complaining party has 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.
  6. Statement Under Penalty of Perjury: A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that the complaining party is authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

Tip: You may use this DMCA takedown notice template to help format your notification properly.

Designated Agent for Copyright Infringement Claims

Please send all DMCA takedown notices to our designated copyright agent:

  • Email: dmca@casualgame.org
  • Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Notice - [Your Copyrighted Work Name]
  • Response Time: We typically respond to valid DMCA notices within 2-3 business days

What Happens After We Receive Your Notice

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice that complies with the requirements above, we will:

  1. Acknowledge receipt of your notification via email
  2. Promptly investigate the claim
  3. Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
  4. Notify the alleged infringer (the user who posted the content) of the takedown
  5. Provide the alleged infringer with your contact information

Counter-Notification Process

If you believe that content you posted on casualgame.org was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may send us a counter-notification. A counter-notification must include the following information:

Required Information for Counter-Notification

  1. Physical or Electronic Signature: Your physical or electronic signature.
  2. Identification of Removed Material: 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 access to it was disabled.
  3. Statement Under Penalty of Perjury: 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 of the material to be removed or disabled.
  4. Consent to Jurisdiction: Your name, address, and telephone number, and a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located, or if your address is outside of the United States, for any judicial district in which casualgame.org may be found, and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided notification of the alleged infringement.

Counter-notifications should be sent to: dmca@casualgame.org

Important: If we receive a counter-notification, we may send a copy to the original complaining party and inform them that we may replace the removed material or cease disabling it in 10-14 business days. Unless the copyright owner files an action seeking a court order against the alleged infringer, the removed material may be restored.

Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, casualgame.org has adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances and at our sole discretion, users who are deemed to be repeat infringers. We may also, at our sole discretion, limit access to our website and/or terminate the accounts of any users who infringe any intellectual property rights of others, whether or not there is any repeat infringement.

Our Commitment to Intellectual Property

casualgame.org is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and takes all reports of copyright infringement seriously. We work diligently to:

  • Verify the authenticity of all copyright claims
  • Respond promptly to valid takedown notices
  • Protect the rights of copyright holders while providing due process to users
  • Maintain a platform that respects intellectual property laws

User Responsibility

By using casualgame.org, you agree that you will not:

  • Upload, post, or otherwise make available any content that infringes any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other proprietary rights of any party
  • Remove any proprietary rights notices from materials
  • Falsely claim that content infringes your rights when it does not

Note: Users who repeatedly post infringing content may have their accounts permanently terminated and may be barred from using our services.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to process a DMCA notice?

We typically process valid DMCA notices within 2-3 business days. Complex cases may require additional time for investigation.

Will I be notified if my content is removed?

Yes, if we remove your content in response to a DMCA notice, we will notify you and provide you with the complainant's contact information so you may resolve the dispute directly or file a counter-notification.

What if I'm not sure if content infringes my copyright?

If you're uncertain whether content infringes your copyright, we recommend consulting with a qualified intellectual property attorney before submitting a DMCA notice. False claims can result in legal liability.

Can I report content that is not on casualgame.org?

No, we can only process DMCA notices for content hosted on casualgame.org. For content on other websites, please contact the respective site owners or hosts directly.

Additional Resources

For more information about copyright and the DMCA, you may find these resources helpful:

Contact Us

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Last Updated: December 27, 2025