DMCA Copyright Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Overview

Sprunki Rejoyed respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and will respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notices.

1. Copyright Infringement Policy

Our Commitment

  • We do not permit copyright-infringing activities related to our service
  • We will investigate valid DMCA notices and take appropriate action
  • Repeat infringers may have their access to the service restricted

Our Content

Sprunki Rejoyed is a fan-made mod based on the original Sprunki game. All original content, including:

  • Character designs and animations
  • Sound compositions and audio assets
  • Visual graphics and user interface
  • Game code and mechanics

...are either original works, licensed content, or fair use transformative works.

2. Filing a Copyright Complaint

If you believe that content on Sprunki Rejoyed infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA takedown notice to our designated agent:

DMCA Contact:

  • Email: support@sprunkirejoyed.com
  • Subject Line: "DMCA Takedown Notice"

3. Required Information for DMCA Notice

Your DMCA notice must include the following information to be valid:

1. Identification of Copyrighted Work

A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed. If multiple works are involved, provide a representative list.

2. Identification of Infringing Material

Specific identification of the material you claim is infringing, including:

  • URL or specific location of the allegedly infringing content
  • Description sufficient to locate the material

3. Your Contact Information

  • Full legal name
  • Mailing address
  • Telephone number
  • Email address

4. Good Faith Statement

A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

5. Accuracy and Authority Statement

A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that:

  • The information in your notice is accurate
  • You are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf

6. Signature

Your physical or electronic signature.

4. Sample DMCA Notice

To: support@sprunkirejoyed.com
Subject: DMCA Takedown Notice

I am writing to notify you of copyright infringement on your website.

1. Copyrighted Work:
   [Detailed description of your copyrighted work]

2. Infringing Material Location:
   [Specific URL or description of location on Sprunki Rejoyed]

3. Contact Information:
   Name: [Your full legal name]
   Address: [Your complete mailing address]
   Phone: [Your phone number]
   Email: [Your email address]

4. Good Faith Statement:
   I have a good faith belief that the use of the material described above
   is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

5. Accuracy and Authority Statement:
   I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this
   notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or
   authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

6. Signature: [Your name]
   Date: [Current date]

5. Response Timeline

Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, we will:

  • Initial Response: Acknowledge receipt within 48 hours
  • Investigation: Review the claim and investigate the allegedly infringing content
  • Action Taken: If valid, remove or disable access to the infringing material within 5-7 business days
  • User Notification: Notify the user who posted the content (if applicable)

6. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe your content was removed in error or that you have authorization to use the material, you may file a counter-notification.

Requirements for Counter-Notice

Your counter-notification must include:

  1. Identification: Specific identification of the material that was removed
  2. Location: Where the material appeared before it was removed
  3. Good Faith Statement: Statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed by mistake or misidentification
  4. Consent to Jurisdiction: Statement that you consent to federal district court jurisdiction (or local jurisdiction if outside the US)
  5. Service of Process: Statement that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original DMCA notice
  6. Contact Information: Your name, address, phone number, and email
  7. Signature: Physical or electronic signature

Counter-Notice Contact

  • Email: support@sprunkirejoyed.com
  • Subject Line: "DMCA Counter-Notification"

7. Repeat Infringer Policy

Enforcement

We may take action against users who repeatedly infringe copyright:

  • First Violation: Warning and content removal (if applicable)
  • Second Violation: Temporary access restriction
  • Third Violation: Permanent restriction from service

Note

Sprunki Rejoyed is a browser-based game without user accounts. This policy applies to any community features or user-generated content if implemented in the future.

8. False Claims

Consequences of False DMCA Claims

  • Legal Liability: Filing false DMCA notices may result in legal consequences
  • Damages: You may be liable for damages, including costs and attorney fees
  • Perjury: Knowingly making false statements in a DMCA notice constitutes perjury

Good Faith Requirement

Only file DMCA notices if you genuinely believe your copyright has been infringed. Consider:

  • Fair use and transformative work exceptions
  • Whether you actually own the copyright
  • Whether the use is authorized by law

9. Fair Use and Transformative Works

Sprunki Rejoyed is a fan-made modification that may constitute fair use or transformative work under copyright law. Factors considered include:

  • Purpose: Non-commercial, educational, and entertainment purposes
  • Nature: Transformative creative work
  • Amount: Uses portions of original work in transformative manner
  • Market Effect: Does not compete with or substitute for original work

We respect the intellectual property of the original Sprunki creators while creating original transformative content.

10. International Copyright

Global Respect

We respect copyright laws in all jurisdictions where we operate.

International Claims

Copyright holders from any country may file DMCA notices following the procedures outlined in this policy.

Jurisdiction

While we comply with the DMCA (US law), we also recognize international copyright protections.

11. Trademark and Other IP

This policy primarily addresses copyright issues. For other intellectual property concerns (trademarks, patents, etc.), please contact us directly:

Email: support@sprunkirejoyed.com Subject: "Intellectual Property Inquiry"

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this DMCA policy to reflect changes in law or our procedures. Updates will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of Sprunki Rejoyed after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

General DMCA Inquiries

Email: support@sprunkirejoyed.com

For all DMCA-related matters including:

  • Copyright takedown notices
  • Counter-notifications
  • General copyright questions
  • Intellectual property concerns

Response Times

  • DMCA Notices: Acknowledged within 48 hours
  • Counter-Notifications: Processed within 10-14 business days
  • General Inquiries: Response within 3-5 business days

14. Acknowledgment

By using Sprunki Rejoyed, you acknowledge that:

  • You will not use the service to infringe on others' copyrights
  • You understand the DMCA process
  • You will only file DMCA notices in good faith
  • You respect intellectual property rights

Note: This policy is designed to comply with the DMCA and applicable copyright laws. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal questions, please consult with qualified legal counsel.