DMCA / Copyright Policy

ClownfishTV.com is committed to complying with copyright laws, including Dutch, EU, and U.S. laws, where applicable. As a media outlet, we also operate within the framework of Fair Use, allowing limited use of copyrighted materials for purposes such as commentary, criticism, news reporting, and research. This page outlines our policies on DMCA takedowns, copyright ownership, and Fair Use.

Copyright Notice

All original content on ClownfishTV.com, including articles, videos, images, and logos, is protected by copyright law. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, this content is the intellectual property of ClownfishTV or its respective creators. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of our content is strictly prohibited.

If you wish to use any of our content, please contact us at business [at] webreef [dot] io to obtain prior written permission.

DMCA Takedown Policy

IMPORTANT: ClownfishTV.com is hosted in the Netherlands and complies with Dutch and EU copyright laws. However, as a U.S.-based company, we also acknowledge DMCA-related requests under U.S. law. We evaluate copyright claims on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature of the claim and the jurisdiction involved. Any request must include verifiable proof of copyright ownership to ensure legitimacy.

If you believe that any material on ClownfishTV.com infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice. We will not entertain claims lacking sufficient evidence or from parties not directly authorized to represent the rights holder.

How to Submit a Takedown Notice

To process your request efficiently, include the following information:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work: Clearly describe the copyrighted material you believe has been infringed. Include URLs or other identifying details.
  2. Identification of the infringing material: Provide the specific location (URL) of the allegedly infringing content on our website.
  3. Your contact information: Include your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  4. Proof of ownership: Provide supporting documentation proving that you own the material or are authorized to act on behalf of the rights holder.
  5. A statement of good faith: Confirm that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is unauthorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  6. A statement of accuracy: Confirm that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.
  7. Your signature: A physical or electronic signature is required to complete your notice.

Send your notice to: business [at] webreef [dot] io

Any request lacking sufficient proof of ownership will not be processed.

Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification. Include the following information:

  1. Identification of the removed material: Describe the content that was removed and its original location on our website.
  2. A statement of good faith: Confirm that you believe the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
  3. Proof of authorization: Provide evidence that you have the right to post the material.
  4. Your contact information: Provide your full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  5. A statement of consent: Include a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the courts in The Netherlands and will accept service of process from the original complainant.
  6. Your signature: A physical or electronic signature is required.

Send your counter-notification to: business [at] webreef [dot] io

Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we may restore the content unless the copyright owner files a court action.

Fair Use Policy

As a media outlet, ClownfishTV.com may use copyrighted materials under Fair Use principles as recognized by U.S. law and similar provisions under EU copyright directives. Fair Use allows for the limited use of copyrighted materials for purposes such as:

  • Commentary and Criticism: Reviews, opinion pieces, and analysis often require quoting or referencing copyrighted works.
  • News Reporting: Reporting on events or developments may include brief excerpts of copyrighted content to provide context.
  • Education and Research: Informative or educational content may use copyrighted materials within reasonable bounds.

Fair Use is determined on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the purpose and nature of the use, the amount of the work used, and its impact on the market value of the original work. We strive to ensure that all use of copyrighted material adheres to these principles.

If you believe our use of your copyrighted material does not qualify as Fair Use, please contact us at business [at] webreef [dot] io with a detailed explanation of your concerns.

Contact Us

For any questions regarding our DMCA, copyright, or Fair Use policies, please contact us at:

business [at] webreef [dot] io

WebReef Media
201 Penn Center Bvld.
Ste. 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Thank you for helping us maintain a fair and lawful online environment.