DMCA Policy

1. Copyright Policy

Nostalgic respects the intellectual property rights of others and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We will respond expeditiously to claims of copyright infringement committed using the Platform.

2. Fair Use Statement

Nostalgic displays yearbook-related content under the doctrine of fair use for the non-commercial purpose of classmate identification and reunion planning:

• Factual data (names, clubs, graduation year): Not copyrightable under Feist Publications, Inc. v. Rural Telephone Service Co.
• Individual yearbook photos: Displayed for non-commercial, identifying purposes with low market impact — strong fair use position.
• Yearbook PDFs: Browse-only access for authenticated class members. No download, reproduction, or redistribution permitted. Canvas-based rendering prevents easy copying.

3. DMCA Takedown Procedure

If you believe content on Nostalgic infringes your copyright, submit a written notification containing:

1. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
2. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, with sufficient detail to locate it on the Platform.
3. Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, email).
4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
5. A statement, 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.
6. Your physical or electronic signature.

4. Takedown Timeline

5. Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification containing:

1. Identification of the material that was removed and its location before removal.
2. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
3. Your name, address, and telephone number.
4. A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district and that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original notice.
5. Your physical or electronic signature.

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

Nostalgic maintains a repeat infringer policy. Users who are the subject of three valid DMCA takedown notices will have their accounts terminated:

• First notice: Written warning
• Second notice: Account probation (30 days)
• Third notice: Account termination

7. Designated DMCA Agent

Send all DMCA notices to:

8. Yearbook Content Disclaimer