Evidence checklist (include as many as possible)
- Original URL (your post)
- Infringing URL (the copied page)
- Publication date (original) and any timestamp proof
- Archive proof (archived copies of both pages)
- Match proof: copied phrases, token/fingerprint found, or similarity score
- Optional: screenshots
EU takedown notice template
Subject: Copyright infringement notice — request for removal / disabling access (EU)
Hello,
I am the rights holder (or authorized representative) for the copyrighted work published at:
Original work URL: [YOUR_ORIGINAL_URL]
The following URL appears to reproduce my copyrighted content without authorization:
Infringing URL: [INFRINGING_URL]
Evidence that supports my claim:
- Publication date of original work: [DATE]
- Archived copy of original work: [ARCHIVE_ORIGINAL_URL]
- Archived copy of infringing page: [ARCHIVE_INFRINGING_URL]
- Match details (examples / token / similarity): [DETAILS]
I request that you remove or disable access to the infringing material, and confirm once action has been taken.
I declare in good faith that the use of the material is not authorized by the rights holder, its agent, or the law. The information in this notice is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Regards,
[FULL_NAME]
[COMPANY (optional)]
[ADDRESS (optional)]
[EMAIL]
[PHONE (optional)]
Which template should you use: EU vs DMCA?
If the host/platform is US-based, DMCA language may be required. If the host/platform is EU-based, the EU template is often clearer and faster. If you’re unsure, see the full guide:
Takedown Guide (DMCA/EU/International)
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