DMCA Policy

Last Updated: April 15, 2026

ExplainCharges.com respects the intellectual property rights of others and takes copyright infringement seriously. We comply with the provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. § 512, and other applicable copyright laws.

This policy describes how we handle notices of alleged copyright infringement on our website (https://explaincharges.com and all associated pages).

Please note: This policy applies only to copyright claims under U.S. law. We are an independent informational platform operated from India, but we voluntarily follow DMCA procedures to protect the rights of copyright owners.

Designated Copyright Agent

All DMCA notices must be sent to our designated Copyright Agent:

Email: contact@explaincharges.com

Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Notice”

(Physical mail is not accepted. Email is the only official channel.)

Requirements for a Valid DMCA Takedown Notice

To be considered valid under the DMCA, your written notice must include all of the following information:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work — A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed. If multiple works are involved, please provide a representative list.
  2. Identification of the infringing material — A clear description of the material you claim is infringing and information reasonably sufficient to allow us to locate the material on the Site (e.g., the exact URL or page title).
  3. Your contact information — Your full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
  4. Good faith statement — A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  5. Accuracy and authorization statement — A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
  6. Signature — A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.

Incomplete notices may be ignored. We reserve the right to request additional information if your notice is unclear.

What Happens After We Receive a Valid DMCA Notice

  • We will promptly review the notice.
  • If it appears valid, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material.
  • We will make reasonable efforts to notify the user who posted or created the material (if identifiable).
  • We will not be able to restore the content unless the complaining party withdraws the notice or a court orders us to do so.

Counter-Notice Procedure

If you believe that material was removed or disabled because of a mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notice. Your counter-notice must include:

  1. Your physical or electronic signature.
  2. Identification of the material that was removed or disabled and the location where it appeared before removal.
  3. 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.
  4. Your name, address, and telephone number.
  5. 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 you are outside the United States, any judicial district in which ExplainCharges.com may be found), and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice.

Send the counter-notice to: contact@explaincharges.com (Subject: “DMCA Counter-Notice”).

Upon receiving a valid counter-notice, we may restore the removed material in 10–14 business days unless the original complainant files a lawsuit.

Repeat Infringers

We reserve the right to terminate, in appropriate circumstances, the access of users who are repeat infringers of copyright.

Misrepresentation and Liability

Anyone who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing (or that material was removed due to mistake) may be liable for damages, including court costs and attorney fees, under Section 512(f) of the DMCA.

No Legal Advice

This policy is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. If you are unsure about your rights or obligations, please consult your own attorney.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this DMCA Policy at any time. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Governing Law

This policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes related to copyright claims on this Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Contact

For DMCA-related matters only, please email:

contact@explaincharges.com (Subject: “DMCA Takedown Notice” or “DMCA Counter-Notice”)

We cannot respond to financial, billing, or non-copyright inquiries through this process.

Thank you for respecting intellectual property rights and helping us maintain a lawful and ethical platform.