The protection of intellectual property is a serious matter at RyeTide, and we follow the framework established by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) to address such concerns. Our takedown process is available to any copyright holder who finds unauthorized use of their content on our platform. To initiate a takedown request, you must submit a DMCA-compliant notice, which must include the following details: Your name and a physical or electronic signature; A specific description of the original content that you claim has been infringed, including any applicable registration numbers or proof of ownership; Identification of the allegedly infringing material and the exact location (such as a page or post title) where it appears on our website; Contact information that includes a valid mailing address, phone number, and email; A good faith declaration that the content was not authorized for use by you, your representative, or the law; A final statement that the information you have provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner. We will respond to your complaint in a timely manner and may share your submission with the party who uploaded the content. That individual will have the opportunity to file a counter-notice. If no legal action is taken within the required period following the counter-notice, the content may be reinstated.