DMCA

Last updated: 22 September 2025

Overview

FontDownloader.net respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 (“DMCA”), we will respond expeditiously to properly submitted notices of alleged copyright infringement.

Designated Copyright Agent

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

Copyright Agent
FontDownloader.net
Email: dmca@fontdownloader.net

Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice

Requirements for Valid Notice

To file a valid DMCA takedown notice, you must provide the following information in writing:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed, or if a single notification covers multiple copyrighted works, a representative list of such works
  2. Identification of the infringing material and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material, including:
    • Specific URL(s) where the material appears
    • Font name and file details
    • Description of the location of the material
  3. Your contact information, including:
    • Full name
    • Address
    • Telephone number
    • Email address
  4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorised by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  5. 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 the exclusive right that is allegedly infringed
  6. Your physical or electronic signature

Our Response Process

Upon Receiving Valid Notice

When we receive a valid DMCA takedown notice, we will:

  1. Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
  2. Notify the user who posted the material about the removal
  3. Provide the user with a copy of the takedown notice
  4. Inform the user about the counter-notification process

Timeline

We aim to process valid DMCA notices within 24-48 hours of receipt.

Counter-Notification Process

If You Believe Content Was Wrongly Removed

If you believe that material you posted was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification.

Requirements for Counter-Notification

Your counter-notification 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 as a result of a mistake or misidentification
  4. 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 outside the United States, for any judicial district in which we may be found
  5. A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original takedown notice or an agent of such person

Counter-Notification Process

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification:

  1. We will forward it to the original complainant
  2. We will restore the content within 10-14 business days unless the complainant files a court action seeking a restraining order

Repeat Infringer Policy

Account Termination

We maintain a policy of terminating user accounts of repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances, including:

  • Multiple valid DMCA complaints against a single user
  • Users who repeatedly post infringing content
  • Users who submit false DMCA notices

Three-Strike System

  • First violation: Warning and content removal
  • Second violation: Temporary suspension
  • Third violation: Permanent account termination

False Claims

Perjury Warning

Please note that filing false DMCA notices or counter-notifications may result in liability for damages, including attorney fees. Misrepresenting that material is infringing or was removed by mistake may constitute perjury.

Consequences of False Claims

  • Legal liability under Section 512(f) of the DMCA
  • Potential damages and attorney fees
  • Account termination
  • Legal action

Font-Specific Considerations

Font Copyright Complexity

Font copyright law is complex and varies by jurisdiction. Consider:

  • Font software vs. font design protection varies
  • Some fonts may be in the public domain
  • License terms may allow redistribution
  • Fair use may apply in certain circumstances

Before Filing a Claim

We encourage copyright owners to:

  • Verify actual ownership of the font
  • Review the font’s license terms
  • Consider whether use falls under fair use
  • Attempt direct communication with the user first

Safe Harbour Compliance

FontDownloader.net complies with the DMCA Safe Harbour provisions by:

  • Designating an agent to receive notices
  • Promptly removing infringing content upon notice
  • Implementing a repeat infringer policy
  • Not interfering with technical measures that protect copyrighted works

International Considerations

While the DMCA is US law, we respect intellectual property rights globally and will consider takedown requests from international copyright owners following similar procedures.

Contact Information

For all DMCA-related inquiries:

Changes to This Policy

We may update this DMCA policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

This DMCA policy is effective as of 22 September 2025 and was last updated on 22 September 2025.