Introduction
This Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy applies to goflybd.com and all related services operated by goFLY Limited. We are committed to protecting intellectual property rights and will respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notifications.
This policy should be read together with our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer.
📋 Copyright Policy Overview
1.1 Our Commitment
goFLY Limited respects intellectual property rights and takes copyright infringement seriously.
1.2 Scope
This policy covers:
- Content posted on our website
- User-generated content
- Images, text, videos, and other media
- Travel guides, articles, and blog posts
- Website design elements
1.3 Our Role
- Respond to valid DMCA notices
- Remove or disable access to infringing material
- Notify affected users when possible
- Process counter-notifications fairly
- Maintain a repeat infringers policy
📖 What is DMCA?
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act is a US copyright law providing a legal framework for addressing online copyright infringement. While goFLY Limited is based in Bangladesh, we follow DMCA procedures as best practice.
Safe Harbor
Protection for service providers who respond appropriately to infringement notices
Notice & Takedown
Procedures for copyright owners to request removal of infringing content
Counter-Notification
Procedures for users who believe content was wrongly removed
Penalties
Consequences for misrepresentation in copyright notices
2.3 Applicable Laws
- Bangladesh Copyright Act, 2000
- International copyright treaties
- Berne Convention principles
⚠️ Before Filing a Complaint
| Consideration | Details |
|---|---|
| Fair Use | Does the use qualify as fair use? (See Section 4) |
| Ownership | Do you own the copyright or are you authorized to act? |
| Infringement | Is the material actually infringing your copyright? |
| Personal Information | Are you prepared to provide your personal information? |
| Legal Consequences | Are you aware of implications of filing a false claim? |
3.4 Good Faith Requirement
You must have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or by law.
⚖️ Understanding Fair Use
Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission, balancing copyright holders' rights with public interest in free expression.
4.2 Fair Use Factors
| Factor | Considerations |
|---|---|
| 1. Purpose & Character | Is the use commercial or educational? Is it transformative? |
| 2. Nature of Work | Is the copyrighted work factual or creative? |
| 3. Amount Used | How much was used? Was it the "heart" of the work? |
| 4. Market Effect | Does the use harm the market for the original? |
4.3 Common Fair Use Examples
- Criticism and commentary — Brief excerpts for review or analysis
- News reporting — Limited use for reporting current events
- Teaching — Educational use in classroom settings
- Research — Scholarly research and analysis
- Parody — Transformative satirical works
🚨 Copyright Infringement Notifications
Who Can File
- The copyright owner
- An authorized agent of the owner
- A legal representative with power of attorney
What You Can Report
- Unauthorized copying of text, articles, or blog posts
- Unauthorized use of images or photographs
- Unauthorized use of videos or multimedia
- Unauthorized reproduction of creative works
- Substantial copying exceeding fair use
📝 DMCA Notice Requirements
Identify the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed. Include registration number if registered.
Identify the specific infringing material. Provide exact URL(s) where it appears.
Your full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
"I have a good faith belief that use of the copyrighted materials described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law."
"I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or am authorized to act on behalf of the owner."
State that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Physical signature (scanned), electronic signature (typed full name), or digital signature.
📩 How to Submit a DMCA Notice
7.1 Submission Methods
Subject: "DMCA Notice"
Select "DMCA" as topic
goFLY Limited, DMCA Agent
1 Shukrabad Road, Dhaka 1207
Mark "DMCA Notice"
7.3 Submission Template
1. Identification of Copyrighted Work:
[Describe your copyrighted work]
2. Identification of Infringing Material:
[Provide URL(s) of infringing content]
3. Contact Information:
Name: [Your full legal name]
Address: [Your mailing address]
Phone: [Your phone number]
Email: [Your email address]
4. Good Faith Statement:
I have a good faith belief that use of the copyrighted materials described above on the allegedly infringing web pages is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
5. Accuracy Statement:
I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notification is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or am authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
6. Signature:
[Your signature and date]
7.4 Processing Time
🔍 Our Response to DMCA Notices
8.1 Review Process
Verify Completeness — Check all requirements met
Assess Validity — Evaluate legitimacy of claim
Locate Content — Find the allegedly infringing material
Determine Action — Decide on appropriate response
8.2 Possible Actions
| Action | When Applied |
|---|---|
| Remove Content | For clear infringement cases |
| Disable Access | For content pending investigation |
| No Action | For incomplete/invalid notices, or fair use |
| Request Clarification | For unclear or incomplete notices |
8.3 Notification to Users
If we remove content, we will make a good-faith effort to notify the user, provide them a copy of the DMCA notice, and inform them of their right to file a counter-notification.
↩️ Counter-Notification Process
If you believe your content was wrongly removed, you have the right to file a counter-notification.
9.2 Requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Identification | Identify the removed material and its location |
| Your Information | Name, address, phone number, email |
| Consent Statement | Consent to jurisdiction of federal court |
| Good Faith Statement | Belief that removal was a mistake |
| Penalty Statement | Under penalty of perjury that info is accurate |
| Signature | Physical or electronic signature |
9.3 Process
Submit counter-notification to support@goflybd.com
We forward it to the original complainant
If no lawsuit within 10–14 business days, content may be restored
If lawsuit filed, we wait for the court's decision
🔄 Repeat Infringers Policy
goFLY maintains a policy to terminate accounts of repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances.
10.4 Appeal
Users may appeal by submitting a written appeal to support@goflybd.com with evidence that removals were improper.
📌 Limitations and Disclaimers
We Are NOT Obligated To
- Monitor all website content
- Proactively seek out infringing material
- Make legal determinations about fair use
This Policy Does NOT Constitute
- Legal advice
- Determination of infringement
- Fair use assessment
- Legal counsel on copyright matters
🚫 False Claims and Misrepresentation
12.2 What Constitutes Misrepresentation?
- Falsely claiming to own a copyright
- Falsely claiming material is infringing
- Falsely claiming content was removed by mistake
- Providing false contact information
We reserve the right to report suspected false claims to authorities, ban users who submit false claims, and seek legal recourse against bad faith actors.
🔄 Changes and Amendments
We may modify this policy at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. You are responsible for reviewing this policy periodically.
13.4 Version History
| Version | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | January 2, 2025 | Initial DMCA policy released |
| 2.0 | December 17, 2025 | Comprehensive update with expanded procedures |
📞 Contact Information
goFLY Limited — DMCA Agent
1 Shukrabad Road Motiur Nibash
Beside New Model Degree College
Opposite of Metro Shopping Mall
Dhanmondi, Dhaka – 1207, Bangladesh
| Channel | Details | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| support@goflybd.com | DMCA notices, counter-notifications | |
| 🌐 Form | goflybd.com/contact-us | General copyright inquiries |
| 📞 Phone | +880 9639-203090 | Urgent copyright matters |
| +880 1713-289178 | Quick questions |
Email Subject Lines
- DMCA Notice: "DMCA Copyright Infringement Notice – [Your Name]"
- Counter-Notification: "DMCA Counter-Notification – [Your Name]"
- General Inquiry: "Copyright Inquiry – [Brief Description]"
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Important Legal Notice
This DMCA Policy is a legally binding document. By using our website, you agree to comply with this policy. Copyright law is complex — if you have questions, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified attorney.
goFLY Limited respects intellectual property rights and is committed to responding appropriately to valid copyright concerns.