CollectionStation — DMCA / Copyright Takedown Policy

CollectionStation LLC ("CollectionStation," "we," "us," or "our") respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our platform to do the same. This DMCA / Copyright Takedown Policy outlines how we handle claims of copyright infringement in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

This policy applies to all user-generated content on CollectionStation, including but not limited to:

• Collection entries and catalog data
• Uploaded images and photos
• Marketplace listings
• User profiles, posts, and comments

1. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that content on CollectionStation infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice by providing our designated Copyright Agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the infringing material and its location on the platform (URL required)
• Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information in the notice is accurate, under penalty of perjury

2. Submitting a Takedown Request

DMCA notices should be sent to:

3. What Happens After a Takedown Notice

Upon receiving a valid DMCA notice, CollectionStation will:

• Promptly remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content
• Notify the user who posted the content
• Document the claim for repeat infringement tracking

We may also:

• Remove duplicate or related infringing content
• Restrict or suspend accounts involved in repeated violations

4. Counter-Notification Process

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

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed content and its prior location
• A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe removal was a mistake
• Your name, address, and contact information
• A statement consenting to jurisdiction of your local federal court

Send counter-notices to the same Copyright Agent listed above.

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

CollectionStation enforces a repeat infringer policy. Accounts that repeatedly upload infringing content may be:

• Temporarily suspended
• Permanently banned
• Restricted from marketplace or social features

We reserve the right to determine what constitutes "repeat" infringement at our sole discretion.

6. Platform-Specific Considerations (Collectors & Catalog Data)

Because CollectionStation is a collectibles platform:

Users may upload images of items they own. However, ownership of a physical item does not grant rights to copyrighted images (e.g., promotional photos, stock images, packaging art).

Users should upload:

• Their own original photos
• Licensed images
• Public domain content

Catalog data (titles, product facts, UPCs) is generally factual and not protected, but:

• Descriptions copied from other sites may be protected
• Large-scale scraping or duplication is prohibited

7. Trademark and Brand Representation

CollectionStation is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any brand, manufacturer, or IP holder, unless explicitly stated.

Users may not:

• Impersonate brands or rights holders
• Misrepresent authorization or official partnerships
• Use copyrighted brand assets beyond permitted use

8. False Claims and Abuse

Submitting false or fraudulent DMCA claims may result in:

• Liability for damages under applicable law
• Suspension or termination of your CollectionStation account

9. Modifications to This Policy

We may update this DMCA Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this policy:

Related: Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Community Standards, Legal hub.