StreamKite respects intellectual property rights — not merely because the law requires it, but because our platform exists to serve creators. Allowing one creator to steal another's work would be a betrayal of everything we stand for.
We comply fully with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. § 512, and applicable international copyright law equivalents. We maintain a designated process for receiving and processing copyright infringement notices and respond to valid claims promptly — typically within 48 hours of receipt.
StreamKite qualifies for and actively maintains the protections afforded under the DMCA's Online Service Provider Safe Harbor provisions (17 U.S.C. § 512(c)). These protections are contingent upon our adherence to a strict notice-and-takedown procedure and a repeat infringer policy, both of which are fully operative on this platform.
Our position is simple: if you use StreamKite to broadcast content you don't have the rights to, your account will be terminated without hesitation or refund. Respecting copyright is a non-negotiable condition of using this platform.
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is United States federal law enacted in 1998 that implements international copyright treaties and creates a framework for online service providers to handle copyright infringement claims while maintaining statutory liability protections.
The DMCA's Safe Harbor provisions (Section 512) protect qualifying online service providers from monetary liability for copyright infringement committed by users — provided the provider:
- Does not have actual knowledge of the infringement or receive a financial benefit directly attributable to it
- Responds expeditiously to remove or disable access to infringing material upon receiving a valid notice
- Has designated an agent to receive infringement notices and registered that agent with the U.S. Copyright Office
- Maintains and enforces a policy for terminating accounts of repeat infringers
While the DMCA is a U.S. statute, its notice-and-takedown framework has been adopted as the global standard for online copyright dispute resolution. StreamKite applies this framework to all copyright claims regardless of the geographic location of the claimant or the alleged infringer.
The DMCA applies to copyright infringement. It does not apply to trademark disputes, defamation claims, privacy violations, or other legal matters. Different procedures apply to those issues.
If you believe that content transmitted through StreamKite's infrastructure infringes a copyright you own or are authorised to enforce, you may submit a formal DMCA takedown notice. Incomplete notices will not be processed.
To be valid under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3), your notice must contain all of the following elements:
How to Submit
Submit your DMCA notice exclusively through our support ticket system. Please use the subject line: DMCA Notice — [Your Name / Organisation]
Notices submitted by methods other than the support ticket system may not be processed. Do not submit DMCA notices through social media, live chat, or any other channel.
Response Timeline: We aim to acknowledge all valid DMCA notices within 48 hours and to complete takedown actions within 72 hours of confirming a notice is valid. Complex matters involving counter-notices or legal review may take longer.
If your stream was stopped as a result of a DMCA takedown notice and you believe it was removed in error — because you own the rights to the content, have a valid licence, or the use constitutes fair use — you may file a formal counter-notification under 17 U.S.C. § 512(g).
A valid counter-notification must include:
What Happens After Counter-Notice
- We will forward your counter-notice to the original claimant
- The original claimant has 10–14 business days to notify us that they have filed a court action to restrain you from engaging in the infringing activity
- If we receive no such notification, we may restore your access to the removed content at our discretion
Filing a counter-notice is a legal declaration made under penalty of perjury. If you are uncertain about whether you have the right to use the content in question, we strongly recommend consulting a qualified intellectual property attorney before filing.
Submit counter-notifications via our support ticket system with subject line: DMCA Counter-Notice — [Your Name]
In compliance with 17 U.S.C. § 512(i)(1)(A), StreamKite maintains and enforces a strict policy under which we terminate, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers. This policy is a mandatory requirement for our DMCA Safe Harbor protections and is non-negotiable.
StreamKite maintains records of all DMCA claims, regardless of whether they were resolved via counter-notice or resulted in takedown. A pattern of claims against a single account — even if each individual claim was subsequently resolved — may be considered grounds for termination at StreamKite's sole discretion. We reserve the right to act at any strike level based on the severity of the infringement or evidence of deliberate, systematic copyright violation.
StreamKite does not pre-screen, monitor, or filter uploaded content. We operate as a neutral transmission infrastructure. This means the entire burden of copyright compliance rests with you — the person uploading and streaming the content.
What Requires a Licence or Ownership
- Commercial music recordings — even as background audio in a stream
- Movies, TV shows, sports broadcasts, or any professionally produced video content
- Copyrighted images, graphics, or artwork incorporated into your stream
- Podcast recordings, radio broadcasts, or other audio productions not created by you
- Live performances where a third party holds performance rights
- Any content flagged with "All Rights Reserved" by its creator
What You Can Stream Legally
- Content you created yourself (original videos, music, artwork)
- Content explicitly licensed to you for broadcast (with valid written licence)
- Content released under a Creative Commons licence that permits broadcasting (check the specific licence terms)
- Royalty-free content from platforms that explicitly grant broadcast rights
- Content in the public domain (verify jurisdiction-specific status)
Common Misconception: "I credited the artist so it's fine." Credit does not equal permission. Attribution does not replace a licence. If you don't have the copyright owner's explicit permission to broadcast their work commercially or publicly, streaming it is infringement — regardless of credit, non-profit intent, or fair use claims.
| Claim | Reality |
|---|---|
| I credited the artist | Credit is not a licence. Still infringement. |
| I paid for the song on Spotify | Personal listening licence ≠ broadcast rights. |
| The video is publicly available on YouTube | Public access does not grant broadcast rights. |
| It's for non-profit / educational use | Fair use is a legal defence, not a blanket exemption. It applies very narrowly. |
| I changed it slightly / edited it | Derivative works still require permission if the original is copyrighted. |
| I've been doing it for years with no claims | A claim can be filed at any time. No prior claims does not mean it's legal. |
The DMCA imposes serious penalties for false or abusive notices. Both copyright claimants and counter-notice filers are subject to these consequences.
For Copyright Claimants
Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly materially misrepresents:
- That material or activity is infringing, or
- That material or activity was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification
...shall be liable for any damages — including costs and attorneys' fees — incurred by the alleged infringer, by any copyright owner or copyright owner's authorised licensee, or by a service provider.
Filing a false DMCA notice is a federal civil wrong that can result in significant monetary damages including actual damages, statutory damages, and the opposing party's legal fees. StreamKite does not tolerate abuse of the DMCA process and reserves the right to seek our own remedies against parties who file knowingly false notices against our users or our platform.
For Counter-Notice Filers
Counter-notifications are also made under penalty of perjury. Filing a counter-notice when you know you do not have the right to use the content is equally actionable. If your counter-notice is false, you may be personally liable for damages caused to the copyright holder by the restoration of access to the infringing material.
Practical advice: If you are not certain whether you own the rights or whether your use qualifies as fair use, consult a qualified intellectual property attorney before submitting any notice or counter-notice. StreamKite cannot provide legal advice.
StreamKite's DMCA policy applies exclusively to content transmitted through StreamKite's own infrastructure — the servers, streaming processes, and storage systems we operate.
What Is Within Our Scope
- Media files uploaded to StreamKite's servers via the dashboard
- RTMP streams transmitted from StreamKite's servers to destination platforms
- StreamKite's own website, dashboard, and associated content
What Falls Outside Our Jurisdiction
- YouTube: Content appearing on YouTube must be addressed through YouTube's own Copyright Management Tools or DMCA process via Google
- Twitch: Copyright claims for Twitch streams must be submitted to Twitch directly via their DMCA process
- Facebook Live: Rights management issues on Facebook Live are handled exclusively by Meta's Rights Manager
- Other platforms: Any copyright concern on a destination platform must be directed to that platform's designated DMCA agent
If a stream transmitted via StreamKite is appearing on YouTube and you have a copyright concern about the content on YouTube's platform, your primary recourse is through YouTube's Copyright Notification Webform. You may simultaneously notify StreamKite to halt the stream at the infrastructure level.
The StreamKite name, logo, kite mark, dashboard design, platform architecture, PassKey system, and all associated intellectual property are owned exclusively by StreamKite and are protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and trade secret law.
Prohibited Actions Regarding StreamKite's IP
- Copying, reproducing, or distributing StreamKite's brand assets without written permission
- Creating websites, tools, or services that falsely imply affiliation with or endorsement by StreamKite
- Scraping, reverse-engineering, or reproducing StreamKite's dashboard, codebase, or proprietary systems
- Using the StreamKite name in advertising, social media, or marketing without authorisation
- Creating counterfeit or lookalike versions of StreamKite's user interface or product experience
To report infringement of StreamKite's own intellectual property, including unauthorised use of our brand, logo, or platform design, please contact us via the support ticket system with subject line: IP Infringement — StreamKite Brand
StreamKite will actively pursue legal remedies, including injunctive relief and monetary damages, against any party found to be systematically infringing our intellectual property rights. This includes DMCA notices to hosting providers, platform reports, and direct legal action where warranted.
All DMCA-related submissions — takedown notices, counter-notifications, and general copyright inquiries — must be submitted through our official support ticket system. This ensures accurate logging, timestamps, and a traceable record of all communications.
| Submission Type | Subject Line Format | Expected Response |
|---|---|---|
| DMCA Takedown Notice | DMCA Notice — [Your Name] | 48 hours |
| Counter-Notification | DMCA Counter-Notice — [Your Name] | 48 hours |
| StreamKite IP Infringement | IP Infringement — StreamKite Brand | 72 hours |
| Copyright General Inquiry | Copyright Inquiry — [Topic] | 3–5 business days |
DMCA notices submitted through channels other than our official support ticket system (e.g. social media, blog comments, unsolicited emails) may not be processed. StreamKite is not responsible for copyright infringement notices received through unofficial channels.
DMCA Policy Version 1.2 · Effective April 2026 · Next review: April 2027 · 17 U.S.C. § 512