At Media.com, we are committed to ensuring the accuracy and trustworthiness of the information shared on our platform.

Fact Checking

At Media.com, we are dedicated to keeping our community safe from harmful, violent, or unlawful users and groups. We do not allow any content that threatens, promotes, or glorifies violence, hate, or criminal activity. Our goal is to maintain a secure online space for everyone.

Dangerous Organizations

At Media.com, we are deeply committed to protecting our users from sexual abuse and the sharing of non-consensual intimate images.

Adult Sexual Abuse

At Media.com, our mission is restore public trust in online information. We aim to achieve this by providing a platform for viewing, publishing, and sharing content from trusted and verified sources.

Verified Accounts

At Media.com, we are committed to sharing accurate and reliable information.

Misinformation

At Media.com, we’re committed to creating a space that’s positive, respectful, and informative for everyone. These guidelines will help you understand how to contribute to our community while ensuring the integrity of discussions and respect for others.

Content Creation Standards

At Media.com, we’ve created a space where everyone can share their thoughts freely, while feeling safe and respected. To do this, we have a zero-tolerance policy against hate speech, which can lead to intimidation, exclusion, or even harm.

Hate Speech

At Media.com, we want everyone to feel safe and respected. Bullying or harassment is not allowed on our platform. These guidelines explain what bullying and harassment look like, and how we handle these situations to keep our community secure.

Bullying And Harassment

At Media.com, we work closely with law enforcement and government agencies to ensure safety while respecting our users' privacy. These guidelines explain how we handle requests from law enforcement and official bodies and what steps we take to protect both our users and the integrity of our platform.

Law Enforcement Liaison

At Media.com, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe and respectful community for all users. This guide explains our policies on high-risk users, who may pose a threat to our platform or others.

High Risk Users

At Media.com, we take the safety and protection of minors very seriously. This guide outlines how we keep these users safe and what behaviors are not allowed on our platform.

Youth Safety

Media.com is committed to ensuring that content shared on our platform respects copyright laws. We encourage all users to respect intellectual property rights and share content responsibly, creating a collaborative and legally compliant environment on Media.com.

Intellectual Property

Media.com encourages users to share materials that they have personally created, such as photos, videos, music, or written works. If a user did not create the content, they should ensure they have explicit permission from the copyright holder to share it. Purchasing digital content, such as ebooks or music, does not grant anyone the right to upload or distribute it publicly.

Upload Only Content You Have the Right to Share

A user should verify that their content complies with Media.com’s <a href="https://media.com/trust-center">Rules of Engagement</a> and copyright laws before uploading. By uploading, a user confirms that they either own the rights to the content or have authorization to share it.

Ensure Compliance Before Uploading

If a user suspects that their copyrighted material has been used without permission, they should file a DMCA Notice of Alleged Infringement through Media.com’s reporting tool. They should include all required details, such as identifying the infringed material, specifying its location (e.g., URL), and providing their contact information. They must ensure their report includes the necessary legal statements and their signature to make it actionable. For more information on what exactly to include in a notice, please refer to our corresponding policy page.

Respect the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Process

If a user receives notice of a copyright complaint via Media.com’s Content Moderation team, they should review the notice promptly and respond as needed. If a user believes the claim is in error, they may submit a counter-notice to assert their rights.

Respond Appropriately to Copyright Notices

Users are encouraged to regularly review their uploaded content to ensure compliance. Accounts with multiple copyright violations may face suspension or permanent termination.

Avoid Repeat Violations

IntroductionMedia.com is committed to ensuring content sharing on our platform respects copyright laws. When uploading content to Media.com, users should ensure that they only share files they have the legal right to distribute. This includes original content they’ve created—such as documents, photos, music, or videos—or files for which they’ve obtained explicit permission from the copyright holder. Keep in mind that purchasing or legally acquiring digital content (e.g., music, videos, ebooks, or software) does not automatically grant users the right to share it with others.&nbsp;&nbsp;By using Media.com’s content tools, users can confirm that their uploads comply with our Terms of Service and do not violate copyright laws. Users also affirm that they either own the rights to the content or have received authorization to share it.&nbsp;&nbsp;To protect intellectual property, Media.com enforces strict policies against repeated copyright infringement. Accounts with multiple copyright violations may be permanently terminated. We encourage all users to respect intellectual property rights and share content responsibly, creating a collaborative and legally compliant environment on Media.com.Intellectual Property BasicsIn compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 (DMCA), Media.com promptly addresses claims of copyright infringement occurring on its platform or website (the “Site”) when such claims are reported to Media.com’s Content Moderation team.If a user is a copyright owner, authorized to act on behalf of one, or hold exclusive rights under copyright, they may report suspected copyright infringement on or through the Site. To do so, users must complete the DMCA Notice of Alleged Infringement via our Report flagging feature for our Content Moderation team to review.&nbsp;Upon receiving a properly completed notice, Media.com will review the claim and take action as it deems appropriate in its sole discretion, including removing the reported content from the Site.

Intellectual Property Policy

Providing a complete and accurate copyright notice is essential for Media.com to effectively address claims of infringement. A detailed notice ensures that we have the necessary information to identify the infringing content and take appropriate action swiftly. Without this information, delays in resolving the issue may occur.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is equally important that the individual submitting the notice is either the copyright holder or authorized to act on their behalf. This ensures that claims are legitimate and prevents misuse of the process, such as wrongful takedown requests or interference with lawful content. These safeguards help balance the rights of content creators with the integrity of the platform.Proper notice should include the following elements:<ol style="list-style-type:lower-latin;"><li>Identification of the copyrighted work that has been allegedly infringed, or,&nbsp; if multiple copyrighted works are covered by this notice, you may provide a representative list of the copyrighted works that you claim have been infringed.</li><li>Identification of the material or link you claim is infringing, and to which access is to be disabled. Include the URL of the link shown on the Site or the exact location where such material may be found. This allows Media.com to locate the material and remove it if notice is complete.</li><li>Contact information including your name, company affiliation (if applicable), mailing address, telephone number, and email address.</li><li>Provide your full legal name and your electronic (or physical) signature.</li><li>Both of the following statements must be included in the body of the notice for it to be actionable:</li></ol><ul><li style="margin-left:36pt;">“I hereby state that I have a good faith belief that the disputed use of the copyrighted material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent or the law (e.g., as a fair use).”</li><li style="margin-left:36pt;">“I hereby state that the information in this notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that I am the owner, or authorized to act on behalf of the owner, of the copyright or of an exclusive right under the copyright that is allegedly infringed.”</li></ul>This notice can be provided to the Content Moderation team via the “Report” feature:<ol><li>On the offending content, click “Report” and select “Intellectual Property Violation” from the drop down menu.</li><li>Populate the form that appears with the information outlined above.</li><li>Submit.</li></ol>

Why a Complete Copyright Notice Matters

When Media.com receives a copyright claim, Media.com follows a structured process to ensure fairness and compliance with the law.&nbsp;This includes verifying the claim's completeness, assessing the validity of the complaint, and notifying the user responsible for the content.&nbsp;If necessary, the content may be temporarily removed while the issue is being resolved. Both parties have an opportunity to provide additional information, such as a counter-notice, before a final decision is made.&nbsp;Media.com ensures timely communications throughout the process and takes action in line with legal requirements and platform policies.