DMCA Policy Vortexium respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. This Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) Policy outlines how Vortexium handles claims of copyright infringement related to our website, platform, user-generated content, and interactive virtual environments. We comply with the U.S. DMCA and take copyright concerns seriously. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on the Vortexium platform in a way that constitutes infringement, please review the policy below to understand your rights and how to submit a proper notice. 1. Scope of This Policy This DMCA policy applies to: Visual content used in VR environments or avatar customizations Music, sound effects, voice recordings, or any form of audio used in-game or on our site Custom 3D models, maps, or scripts uploaded via user-generated content tools Images, videos, or text submitted to forums, user profiles, events, or shared galleries Any other copyrighted material distributed or published on the Vortexium platform We encourage creators to respect ownership and avoid uploading any third-party material without permission or proper licensing. 2. Filing a DMCA Takedown Notice If you believe your copyrighted material is being used or displayed on Vortexium without authorization, you may submit a takedown request that includes the following: Your full name and contact information (physical address, phone number, email) A description of the copyrighted work that you believe has been infringed The specific URL or location of the allegedly infringing content on the Vortexium platform A statement that you have a good faith belief the use is unauthorized by the copyright owner A statement under penalty of perjury that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the owner (or legally authorized to act on behalf of the owner) Your electronic or physical signature Please ensure all information is accurate and complete. Incomplete or misleading notices may be disregarded. 3. How We Handle Takedown Requests Once we receive a valid DMCA notice, we will: Promptly investigate the claim Disable access to the allegedly infringing content, where applicable Notify the user responsible for the content and give them the opportunity to submit a counter-notification If no counter-notification is received, the content will remain removed. Repeated violations may result in the suspension or termination of the offending user’s account. 4. Submitting a Counter-Notification If you believe your content was removed in error or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification. It must include: Your name, address, phone number, and email A statement under penalty of perjury that the material was removed by mistake or misidentification A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of your local U.S. Federal District Court (or equivalent if outside the U.S.) Your signature (electronic or physical) Once received, we will forward the counter-notice to the original complainant. If they do not file legal action within 10 business days, we may restore the content. 5. Repeat Infringer Policy Vortexium maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward repeat copyright violations. Accounts responsible for multiple DMCA-verified infringements may face permanent suspension. We also reserve the right to remove content or restrict access at our discretion to protect platform integrity. 6. Good Faith & Abuse Warnings Filing a false DMCA claim or counter-notice can have legal consequences. Do not misuse the DMCA process to target content that does not actually infringe your rights or that falls under fair use, parody, or licensing agreements. We take abuse of this system seriously and may take action against individuals who submit fraudulent claims. Vortexium is committed to protecting creative rights — both yours and those of others. We believe in a digital space where creators, developers, and players can thrive without fear of infringement or exploitation. If you believe your work is being misused, or if your content was removed unfairly, we're here to help resolve the matter efficiently and fairly.