Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) Policy
DMCA
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) provides a standardized legal process for copyright holders—including software developers and content creators—to request that HZL Consulting GmbH remove allegedly infringing material. Additional information regarding the DMCA can be found on the official website of the U.S. Copyright Office. As with any legal matter, we strongly recommend consulting a qualified professional regarding your specific situation before taking action that may affect your rights. The information provided here does not constitute legal advice.
Accuracy of Information
The DMCA requires that any copyright infringement notice be submitted under penalty of perjury. It is a federal crime to knowingly provide false information in a sworn statement (see U.S. Code, Title 18, Section 1621). Submitting false or misleading information may also expose you to civil liability, including potential financial damages.
Conduct a Thorough Investigation
Creators and organizations invest significant time and effort into the content they produce. Submitting a DMCA takedown notice is a serious legal action with real consequences. For this reason, we ask that you conduct an appropriate investigation and seek legal counsel before filing a notice to ensure that the use in question does not fall under a legally permissible exception. When possible, a good first step is to contact the creator or user directly to attempt to resolve the matter.
No Automated Submissions (Bots)
Each takedown notice should be reviewed by a trained professional. If you use a third-party service to manage DMCA submissions, ensure you understand their process and verify that they do not employ automated bots to submit bulk notices. Automated submissions are often invalid and may result in unnecessary removal of legitimate content.
Counter Notices
Any user whose content is affected by your takedown request may file a DMCA counter notice. If a valid counter notice is received, HZL Consulting GmbH will restore the content within 14 days unless we are informed that you have initiated legal action seeking to restrict the user from continuing the allegedly infringing activity.
Determination Process
HZL Consulting GmbH exercises minimal discretion in evaluating DMCA notices. Our role is limited to determining whether the notice meets the DMCA’s statutory requirements. It is the responsibility of the involved parties—and their respective legal counsel—to assess the merits of their claims. All submissions must be made under penalty of perjury.
DMCA Takedown Notice
If you believe your copyrighted work is being used on any HZL Consulting GmbH platform without authorization, please send a written notification to legal@hzl-consulting.com. Attachments may be included, but we ask that the body of the email contain a plain-text version of your notice. Your DMCA notice must include the following information:
  1. A physical or electronic signature (typing your full name is sufficient) of the copyright owner or an authorized representative.
  2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed (e.g., a link to your original content or a clear description).
  3. Identification of the allegedly infringing material, along with information sufficient for us to locate the content on our platforms.
  4. Your contact information, including your physical address, telephone number, and email address.
  5. A statement of good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  6. A statement confirming the accuracy of the notice, made under penalty of perjury, declaring that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
If you prefer to send your notice by postal mail, please be aware that processing times will be significantly longer. If needed, physical notices may be mailed to: HZL Consulting GmbH Dortoheenstr. 54 22301 Hamburg GERMANY
By submitting a DMCA notice—whether via email or postal mail—you acknowledge that HZL Consulting GmbH may share a complete copy of your notice, including all submitted information, with the party you have accused of infringement. DMCA Counter Notice If you believe your content was removed by mistake as a result of a DMCA takedown request, you may submit a DMCA counter notice. Before doing so, please ensure that you understand the legal requirements and implications of filing a counter notification. Counter notices may be submitted via email or postal mail using the same contact methods outlined above.