DMCA Copyright Policy
We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This page explains how to submit takedown notices and counter-notifications.
Overview
TV Garden Guide is an informational website that provides guides, tutorials, and commentary about free live TV streaming services. We do not host, stream, upload, or store any video content, television broadcasts, or copyrighted media. Our content consists of original editorial material - guides, reviews, how-to articles, and informational explainers.
If you believe that copyrighted material has been used on our site in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please follow the procedure outlined below. We will respond promptly to valid DMCA notices in accordance with 17 U.S.C. § 512.
Important Context
What This Site Does and Does Not Do
What We Do
- Publish original articles about free live TV streaming services
- Provide device setup and installation guides
- Offer troubleshooting advice for streaming issues
- Compare and review various free TV platforms
- Discuss legal and safety aspects of streaming services
What We Do Not Do
- Host any television streams, video content, or broadcasts
- Upload or distribute any copyrighted material
- Operate the TV Garden streaming service or any similar platform
- Provide direct access to copyrighted content
- Store video files of any kind
If your copyright concern involves video streams or broadcast content, it is likely that those streams are hosted by broadcasters themselves or aggregated through third-party services. We can only address copyright concerns related to content directly published on this website (such as text, screenshots, or images).
Takedown Process
How to File a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you believe that content published directly on our site infringes your copyright, you may submit a written notice that includes all of the following required information:
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. Include title, registration number (if any), and any other relevant identifiers.
- Identification of the allegedly infringing material on our site. Provide the specific URL(s) where the material is located.
- Your contact information: full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
- A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner.
- A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
- Your physical or electronic signature.
Where to Send Your Notice
Submit complete DMCA notices to our designated agent:
Designated DMCA Agent
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: "DMCA Takedown Notice"
Mailing address information will be provided upon request or listed publicly if required. Please begin with email for fastest response.
Notices that are incomplete or missing required information may be delayed or unable to be processed. We reserve the right to request additional information before acting on a notice.
Warning
Consequences of False DMCA Notices
Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be liable for damages, including costs and attorneys' fees incurred by the alleged infringer and by us as the service provider. This applies to false or bad-faith DMCA takedown notices.
Before sending a notice, please ensure:
- You are the actual copyright holder or legally authorized to act for the copyright holder
- The material in question is actually copyrighted work you own rights to
- The use on our site does not fall under fair use, fair dealing, or other legal exemptions
- Your notice includes all required information under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3)
If you are uncertain whether a use constitutes infringement, consult with a qualified intellectual property attorney before filing a notice.
Our Response
What Happens After You File a Notice
Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice that meets all statutory requirements, we will:
- Acknowledge receipt within 1-3 business days via email.
- Review the notice for completeness and the claim's validity.
- Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material expeditiously if the notice is valid and the material is on our servers.
- Notify our user (if the content was submitted by a third party) that their content has been removed due to a DMCA notice.
- Provide the affected party with a copy of the takedown notice and information about the counter-notification procedure.
We will not respond to or act on notices that are incomplete, that appear to be in bad faith, or that concern content we do not host.
Counter-Notice
Filing a Counter-Notification
If your content was removed from our site in response to a DMCA notice and you believe the removal was based on mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification under 17 U.S.C. § 512(g).
Required Elements of a Counter-Notification
Your counter-notification must include all of the following:
- Identification of the material that was removed and the location where it appeared before removal. Include the original URL(s).
- Your full contact information: name, address, phone number, and email address.
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
- A statement consenting to jurisdiction of the federal district court for the judicial district in which your address is located (or, if outside the United States, any judicial district in which we may be found), and that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notice or their agent.
- Your physical or electronic signature.
Where to Send Counter-Notifications
Submit counter-notifications to [email protected] with the subject line "DMCA Counter-Notification."
What Happens After You File
Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we will forward a copy to the person who submitted the original takedown notice. If that person does not file a lawsuit within 10-14 business days seeking a court order to restrain the infringement, we may restore the removed content at our discretion.
Policy
Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable copyright laws, we maintain a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts and access of users or contributors who are repeat infringers.
A "repeat infringer" is any user or contributor who has received two or more valid DMCA takedown notices within a reasonable timeframe. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis.
Contact
DMCA Contact Information
For all DMCA-related matters:
- Designated DMCA Agent Email: [email protected]
- Subject Lines: "DMCA Takedown Notice" or "DMCA Counter-Notification" as applicable
- General Contact: tvgarden.stream/contact-us/
Please do not send DMCA notices to addresses other than the one listed above, as this may delay processing.
⚖️ Disclaimer
This page describes our DMCA process but is not legal advice. If you have legal questions about copyright or DMCA procedures, consult a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction.