DMCA Copyright Notice & IP Policy
Ugly Sweater Store respects the intellectual property rights of creators, artists, and rights holders. In accordance with Title 17, United States Code, Section 512(c)(2) of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”), we promptly investigate and process notices of alleged copyright infringement.
Designated Copyright Agent
All formal copyright infringement notices and inquiries must be directed to our designated DMCA agent.
Designated DMCA Agent
- Store Name: Ugly Sweater Store
- Primary Domain: uglysweater.store
- Designated DMCA Email: dmca@uglysweater.store
- General Legal Inquiries: legal@uglysweater.store
- Review Turnaround: Typically acknowledged and investigated within 24 to 48 business hours.
Non-Copyright Inquiries
Please note that the DMCA email address is exclusively reserved for intellectual property and copyright matters. For order tracking, sizing questions, or returns, please contact our general customer service:
- Customer Support: support@uglysweater.store
- Order Portal: Track Your Order
Statutory Requirements for a DMCA Takedown Notice
To be legally effective under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3), your written notification must include all of the following elements:
1. Physical or Electronic Signature
A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
2. Identification of Copyrighted Work
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or a representative list of such works if multiple items are covered.
3. Specific URLs on Our Storefront
Identification of the material claimed to be infringing with exact URLs on uglysweater.store so our compliance team can locate it immediately.
4. Claimant Contact Information
Sufficient contact details including your full legal name, physical address, telephone number, and active email address.
5. Good Faith Belief Statement
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.
6. Penalty of Perjury Statement
A statement made under penalty of perjury that the information in the notification is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Counter-Notification & Repeat Infringer Policy
Our commitment to due process and intellectual property protection.
Takedown & Notification
Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will expeditiously remove or disable access to the challenged material and notify the designer or provider of the item.
Filing a Counter-Notification
If the affected party believes the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification, they may submit a formal counter-notification under 17 U.S.C. § 512(g)(3) containing their contact details, signature, consent to federal court jurisdiction, and a statement under penalty of perjury.
Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, Ugly Sweater Store enforces a strict policy of terminating access and business relationships with repeat copyright infringers in appropriate circumstances.
Questions Regarding Legal & Compliance?
Our legal team is available to address legitimate intellectual property concerns. For all standard customer inquiries, please visit our customer support center.