DMCA Notice

1. Commitment to Creative Ownership and Legal Compliance

The operators of this Age of Wonders 4 fan platform (“we,” “our,” “us”) recognize, value, and respect the intellectual property rights of creators, developers, publishers, artists, and all other rights holders. In strict compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), Title 17, Section 512 of the United States Code, and other applicable international copyright laws and treaties, we have adopted the following policy for addressing claims of alleged copyright infringement.

This platform functions as a community-driven, educational, and non-commercial environment dedicated to fans of Age of Wonders 4. Nonetheless, we take all reports of infringement seriously. If you believe that material displayed, hosted, or otherwise made available on this website infringes upon your protected works, you are entitled to submit a formal DMCA Takedown Notice as described herein. We will respond expeditiously and in good faith to valid claims in accordance with applicable law.

Abuse of the DMCA process, including knowingly submitting false or misleading claims, may expose the claimant to liability for damages, attorney’s fees, and costs, pursuant to Section 512(f) of the DMCA and other applicable provisions. Therefore, we urge all parties to evaluate disputes carefully and, where possible, attempt informal resolution prior to initiating a formal claim.

2. Information Required in a Valid DMCA Takedown Notice

In order for your DMCA Notice to be considered legally valid, it must include all of the following information as required by Section 512(c)(3) of the DMCA:

A sufficiently detailed identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, including the title, registration number (if applicable), or clear evidence of authorship/ownership.
The exact URL(s) or precise location(s) of the allegedly infringing material on our website, enabling us to locate the material swiftly and accurately.
Your full legal name, organizational affiliation (if any), current mailing address, telephone number, and a valid email address for correspondence.
A good-faith statement declaring that you believe the disputed use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
A statement, made under penalty of perjury, affirming that the information provided in your Notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or an authorized representative thereof.
Your physical or electronic signature, which may be satisfied by typing your full legal name at the conclusion of the Notice.

Please note that incomplete or materially deficient notices may delay processing and may not qualify for DMCA protection. To facilitate rapid review, we strongly encourage all claims to be submitted electronically through our designated contact channels.

3. How to Submit Your DMCA Complaint

Completed DMCA Notices should be directed to our designated copyright agent using the contact form or email address listed on our “Contact” page. To ensure timely processing, please include the subject line: “DMCA Takedown Request – [Your Full Legal Name or Organization].”

We will confirm receipt of your Notice by email within a reasonable timeframe (typically three to five business days) and begin the verification and assessment process promptly thereafter.

4. Investigation and Removal Process

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA Notice, we will undertake the following steps:

Conduct an initial review of the claim and verify the presence of the allegedly infringing material on our servers or platform.
Disable access to, or remove, the identified material from public availability during the course of the investigation.
Notify the user, contributor, or uploader of the reported material and provide them with the substance of the complaint.
Retain a record of the original material and correspondence for compliance and evidentiary purposes.

We strive to balance the rights of rights holders with the interests of our community and will proceed in a manner consistent with both the letter and the spirit of the DMCA.

5. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you are the subject of a DMCA Takedown and believe that your material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake, misidentification, or lawful fair use, you have the right to submit a formal Counter-Notification pursuant to Section 512(g) of the DMCA. A valid Counter-Notification must contain the following:

Identification of the material that has been removed or disabled, along with its prior location on our platform.
A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that you have a good-faith belief that the material was removed or disabled due to error or misidentification.
Your full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
A declaration of your consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court for your judicial district (or, if outside the United States, consent to the jurisdiction of a competent court in the applicable forum) and your agreement to accept service of process from the party who filed the original DMCA Notice.
Your physical or electronic signature.

Upon receipt of a valid Counter-Notification, we may reinstate the removed material within 10–14 business days unless the original complainant initiates legal proceedings seeking a court order to prevent such reinstatement.

6. Our Position as a Fan Platform

This platform is a community-operated, non-commercial fan resource dedicated exclusively to celebrating the world of Age of Wonders 4. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or otherwise officially connected to the creators, publishers, or copyright owners of Age of Wonders 4. All original intellectual property, including logos, trademarks, characters, and lore, remains the exclusive property of their rightful owners.

Any use of copyrighted material herein is intended strictly for commentary, criticism, education, community building, or illustrative purposes within the limits of fair use and other applicable doctrines. If you believe your rights have been infringed, we request that you first contact us directly for resolution before escalating to formal legal processes.

7. Legal Consequences of False or Misleading Claims

Be advised that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly submits a false or materially misleading DMCA Notice or Counter-Notification may be held liable for damages, including costs and reasonable attorney’s fees, incurred by the alleged infringer or by us as service providers. This includes claims made in bad faith, with malicious intent, or in reckless disregard of the truth.

We reserve the right to pursue all appropriate legal remedies against parties who engage in fraudulent or abusive use of the DMCA process.

8. Final Remarks and Contact Information

Our overarching goal is to maintain a lawful, respectful, and creative environment that both honors the rights of intellectual property holders and supports the freedoms of fans and contributors. The DMCA process exists to strike a careful balance between these interests, and we are committed to applying it fairly and transparently.

If you have any questions, require clarification regarding this policy, or need further assistance in preparing a DMCA Notice or Counter-Notice, please reach out through the official contact information provided on this site. All legitimate inquiries will receive a timely and good-faith response.