Shoe Size Chart 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 have implemented procedures for responding to claims of copyright infringement.
Our Commitment to Copyright Protection
We take copyright infringement seriously and are committed to responding promptly to valid claims of intellectual property violations. This policy outlines our procedures for addressing copyright concerns and provides information for copyright holders who believe their work has been infringed.
All content on Shoe Size Chart, including text, images, charts, graphics, and other materials, is either created by us, licensed for our use, or used in accordance with applicable copyright exceptions. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect the same respect for our original content.
Notice of Claimed Infringement
If you believe that content on Shoe Size Chart infringes your copyright, you may submit a notification pursuant to the DMCA. For your notification to be valid under the DMCA, it must include the following information:
Required Information
A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed. This can be a handwritten signature scanned and sent electronically or a valid electronic signature.
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. If multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, you may provide a representative list of such works. Be as specific as possible about the work you believe has been infringed.
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity. You must include information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material on our website, such as specific URL(s) where the allegedly infringing content appears.
Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact you, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address. We need to be able to reach you to discuss the claim and notify you of our response.
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. This statement should reflect your honest belief about the unauthorized use.
A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed. False claims can result in legal liability.
How to Submit a DMCA Notice
Please send your complete DMCA notice to our designated copyright agent:
Email: contact[@]shoesizechart.net
Please use the subject line “DMCA Takedown Notice” to ensure your notification is properly directed and receives prompt attention.
When submitting your notice, please provide all required information listed above. Incomplete notices may delay our response or may not be processed if we cannot verify their validity.
Our Response to Valid Notices
Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice that meets all statutory requirements, we will take the following actions:
We will promptly investigate the claim by reviewing the allegedly infringing content and comparing it to the description provided in your notice. This process typically begins within 1-2 business days of receiving a complete notice.
If we determine that the content does infringe copyright and is not covered by fair use or another exception, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material expeditiously. Most removals are completed within 5-7 business days of receiving a valid notice.
We will make a good faith effort to notify the user who posted the allegedly infringing content, if applicable, that we have removed or disabled access to the material. This notification will include information about the counter-notification process.
Counter-Notification Process
If you believe that content you posted was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification. A valid counter-notification must include:
Your physical or electronic signature, similar to the requirements for a DMCA notice.
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. Provide specific URLs or descriptions.
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. Explain why you believe the removal was erroneous.
Your name, address, telephone number, and email address so we can contact you regarding your counter-notification.
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 we may be found. Additionally, you must state that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or an agent of such person.
Processing Counter-Notifications
When we receive a valid counter-notification, we will forward a copy to the person who filed the original DMCA notice. We inform them that we may replace the removed content or cease disabling access to it within 10-14 business days.
Unless the copyright owner files a court action seeking an order to restrain the alleged infringer from engaging in infringing activity relating to the material on our website, we will replace or restore access to the removed content between 10 to 14 business days after receiving the counter-notification.
Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable law, we have adopted a policy of terminating access to our website for users who are repeat infringers. A repeat infringer is a user who has been notified of infringing activity more than twice or who has had content removed from our website more than twice.
We maintain records of DMCA notices and counter-notifications to identify repeat infringers. Users identified as repeat infringers may have their access to Shoe Size Chart terminated or limited.
This policy helps protect copyright holders while ensuring that our website is not used as a platform for repeated copyright infringement.
Fair Use Consideration
Before submitting a DMCA notice, please consider whether the use of copyrighted material on our website might constitute fair use. Fair use is a legal doctrine that permits limited use of copyrighted material without acquiring permission from the copyright holder.
Factors considered in fair use analysis include the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the effect of the use upon the potential market for the copyrighted work.
Shoe Size Chart is primarily an educational and informational resource. Much of our content involves commentary, reference, and educational purposes, which may qualify as fair use under copyright law.
Misrepresentations and False Claims
Please be aware that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing, or that material or activity was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, may be subject to liability.
False DMCA claims can result in damages including costs and attorneys’ fees. Before submitting a DMCA notice, ensure that you have a valid copyright claim and that the use is not authorized or protected by fair use.
We take false claims seriously and may pursue legal action against individuals who submit fraudulent or bad-faith DMCA notices.
Our Copyright Protection
All original content created by Shoe Size Chart, including our sizing charts, measurement guides, articles, and other materials, is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of our content without permission is prohibited.
We license our content under specific terms. If you wish to use our content, including our sizing charts or guides, please contact us at contact[@]shoesizechart.net to discuss licensing options.
Educational and personal use of our charts for individual sizing purposes is generally permitted. However, reproduction of our content on other websites, in commercial publications, or for commercial purposes requires our express written permission.
Third-Party Content
Some content on Shoe Size Chart may be provided by third parties, including user contributions, embedded content, or materials used under license. We require that all contributors and users respect copyright law and only submit content they have the right to use.
If you are a third-party content provider and believe your content has been used without authorization, please follow the DMCA notice procedures outlined above.
We are not responsible for copyright infringement by third-party content providers or users, but we will respond appropriately to valid DMCA notices regarding such content.
Contact Information
For all copyright-related inquiries, including DMCA notices, counter-notifications, licensing requests, or questions about this policy, please contact us:
Email: contact[@]shoesizechart.net
Please clearly identify the nature of your inquiry in your subject line (e.g., “DMCA Notice,” “Counter-Notification,” “Licensing Inquiry”) to ensure appropriate and timely handling.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this DMCA Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our copyright procedures.
Your continued use of Shoe Size Chart after changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the modified policy.
Legal Disclaimer
This DMCA Policy is intended to comply with the requirements of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. It does not constitute legal advice, and we recommend consulting with an attorney if you have questions about copyright law or DMCA procedures.
Nothing in this policy limits our right to address copyright infringement through other means available under law, nor does it create any obligation beyond what is required by the DMCA.
Good Faith and Cooperation
We encourage copyright holders and content providers to work with us in good faith to resolve copyright concerns. In many cases, issues can be resolved through direct communication before formal DMCA procedures become necessary.
If you have concerns about content on our website, we welcome the opportunity to discuss the matter and find an appropriate resolution. Please reach out to us at contact[@]shoesizechart.net.
Thank you for helping us maintain respect for intellectual property rights while providing valuable sizing information to our users.