Notice-And-Takedown
/ˈnoʊtɪs ænd ˈteɪkˌdaʊn/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal process whereby an alleged infringing online content is removed after a rights holder issues a formal notification to the hosting service provider.
The platform implemented a notice-and-takedown system to comply with copyright laws.
Forms
- notice-and-takedown
- notice-and-takedowns
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Commentary
Notice-and-takedown mechanisms are central to balancing copyright enforcement online with protections for service providers under safe harbor provisions.
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