6ix — Copyright / DMCA

Last updated: 2025-10-28

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This page explains how 6ix handles copyright issues, including the DMCA (U.S.) and analogous regimes. It complements our Terms of Use, Community Guidelines, and Privacy Policy. It is a product policy—not legal advice.

1) Scope & Overview

What This Covers

6ix responds to valid copyright complaints for content on profiles, posts, messages, live rooms/streams, replays/VOD, clips, images, audio, and associated metadata.

Where It Applies

DMCA processes apply to U.S. law; similar principles guide our handling in other regions consistent with local requirements.

Goal

Protect rights while preserving legitimate uses (e.g., fair use/fair dealing) and enabling appeals.

2) Copyright Basics

Protected Works

Music, video, images, text, software, choreography, graphics, and more—original works of authorship.

Ownership

Typically the creator, unless work-for-hire or assignment. Licenses may grant limited rights (scope matters).

Exclusive Rights

Reproduce, distribute, display, perform, and create derivatives (subject to exceptions).

Registration & Term

Registration may be needed for certain remedies; terms vary (often life + 70 years).

3) What Counts as Infringement

Common Examples

Uploading/streaming others’ works without permission, rebroadcasting shows/matches, syncing music to video without licenses, or distributing full tracks.

Separate Rights

Trademark, publicity/privacy, and other rights are distinct. For trademarks, see Trademarks. For data handling, see Privacy Policy.

Edge Cases

Short clips can still infringe if they use the “heart” of the work; thumbnails may be fair in context but not guaranteed.

4) User Obligations on 6ix

Use Only What You Own or License

Clear rights for music, footage, images, fonts. Keep proof of licenses/release forms.

Substantiation

We may request documentation (registration, license receipt, chain-of-title) during disputes.

No Evasion

Don’t circumvent enforcement (re-uploads after removal, mirroring, metadata masking).

5) DMCA Notice Flow

Prepare Your Notice

Owner/agent name and contact (address, phone, email).
Identify the copyrighted work (or representative list).
Link(s)/timestamps on 6ix where the material appears.
Good-faith statement that the use is unauthorized.
Accuracy/authority statement.
Signature (physical or electronic).

Send to 6ix

Email: copyright@6ixapp.com
Subject: “DMCA Notice — [Your Work / Reference]”
Attach CSV for multiple URLs when possible.

6ix Review

We assess completeness and scope.
If valid, we remove/disable and notify the uploader.
Uploader can submit a counter-notice.

6) Counter-Notice Flow

When to Use

You believe removal was a mistake or misidentification.
You assert a valid exception (e.g., fair use) or license.

Include in Counter-Notice

Your contact info (address, phone, email).
Identify removed material and prior location (URL).
Statement under penalty of perjury re: mistake/misidentification.
Consent to jurisdiction and acceptance of service.
Signature (physical or electronic).

Send & Next Steps

Send to: copyright@6ixapp.com
If valid, content may be restored in ~10–14 business days unless the complainant files suit.

7) Repeat-Infringer Policy

Policy

We may disable or terminate accounts engaged in repeat infringement, considering severity and evasion.

Signals

Volume/frequency of valid notices, commercial-scale behavior, intent to circumvent filters.

Appeals

Where available, users may appeal enforcement through in-product workflows.

8) Platform Safe Harbor

Hosting Protection (High Level)

Under regimes like the DMCA, expeditious removal on valid notices helps limit platform liability for user-posted content.

Balance

We remove infringing content while preserving avenues to dispute (counter-notice) and restore when appropriate.

Technical Measures

We may block obvious re-uploads of removed files with hashing/fingerprinting.

9) Removal, Filtering & Restoration

On Valid Notice

Content is removed/disabled and uploader is notified; repeat enforcement may escalate.

Re-Upload Controls

Hashing/fingerprinting may restrict identical re-uploads; appeals help correct errors.

Restoration

With a valid counter-notice and absent court action, material may be restored.

10) Trademarks (Separate Topic)

Report Trademark Issues

Email legal@6ixapp.com with proof of rights, links to the use on 6ix, why it’s confusing, and your authority to act.

Context

Nominative fair use and parody exist but are narrow and fact-specific.

Related Policies

See Community Guidelines and Terms of Use.

11) Fair Use / Fair Dealing

Transformative Purpose

Commentary, criticism, parody, news, scholarship may qualify depending on jurisdiction and facts.

Factors

Purpose/character, nature of work, amount used, and market effect. No single factor controls.

Practical Tip

Add new meaning/analysis; use no more than necessary to make your point.

12) Audio & Music Licensing

Multiple Rights

Composition (publishing) and sound recording (master) are distinct; syncing to video often needs both.

What Isn’t a License

“I bought the track,” “I credited the artist,” or “It’s on the internet” are not licenses.

Libraries

Royalty-free libraries have terms—keep receipts and follow attribution where required.

13) Live Streams, VOD, Clips & Remixes

Live Still Counts

Live inclusion of protected content can infringe; muting or blocking may occur.

Downstream Copies

Clips/VOD inherit rights issues from the original stream; remixes/mashups may require licenses.

In-Product Music Tools

Use only as permitted; external music requires your own clearances.

14) UGC Tools & Re-uploads

Hashing/Fingerprints

We may compare uploads against previously removed content to reduce obvious repeats.

Limits

These tools aren’t perfect; legitimate disputes can be raised via appeals/counter-notices.

Evasion

Deliberate evasion (mirrors, pitch-shift, overlays) can trigger stricter enforcement.

15) Creative Commons & Open Licenses

Read the Terms

CC variants differ (BY, BY-SA, BY-NC, etc.). Comply with attribution and usage limits.

Commercial Use

BY-NC generally bars monetized uses; check revenue share and ad contexts.

Keep Proof

Save a copy of the license version and attribution you relied on.

16) Public Domain & Government Works

Verify Status

Public-domain status varies; restorations, performances, or editions may be protected.

Government Works

Some jurisdictions place government works in the public domain; others do not.

Derivatives

New rights can arise in arrangements, remasters, or annotations.

17) Notices, Privacy & Data Sharing

Forwarding Details

We forward relevant notice details to uploaders so they can evaluate and respond.

Legal Compliance

We disclose information only as required by law or to protect rights/safety. See Privacy Policy.

Transparency

Aggregate reporting may appear in our Transparency Report.

18) Templates (Notice & Counter-Notice)

DMCA Notice (Email Body)

To: copyright@6ixapp.com
Subject: DMCA Notice — [Your Work / Reference]
I am the owner/authorized agent of the copyrighted work described below.
1) Work: [describe or attach list]
2) Location on 6ix: [URL(s) / in-app links / timestamps]
3) Good-faith statement: the use is not authorized by the owner, agent, or law.
4) Accuracy/authority: this notification is accurate and I am authorized.
5) Contact: [address, phone, email]
Signature: [typed or electronic]
Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]

Counter-Notice (Email Body)

To: copyright@6ixapp.com
Subject: DMCA Counter-Notice — [Reference/URL]
Under penalty of perjury:
1) The material was removed due to mistake or misidentification.
2) Identification: [title/URL(s)/previous location]
3) Contact: [address, phone, email]
4) Jurisdiction consent: I consent to the appropriate court’s jurisdiction and accept service.
Signature: [typed or electronic]
Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]

19) Regional Notes & Jurisdiction

United States

DMCA applies; fair use is fact-specific; registration can affect remedies (e.g., statutory damages).

EU/EEA/UK

Procedures and exceptions differ; hosting provider rules vary; check local guidance.

Other Regions

We respond to valid notices consistent with local law; when rules conflict, stricter/regional rules may govern.

20) Misuse/Abuse of DMCA

False Notices

Knowingly false claims or counter-notices can carry legal penalties and platform sanctions.

Harassment via DMCA

Retaliatory or bad-faith filings are prohibited; repeated abuse can lead to account actions.

Process Integrity

Keep filings precise, professional, and scoped to specific URLs/timestamps.

21) Scenarios & Playbooks

Background Music in Live Streams

Do

Use self-owned or licensed background loops.
Lower mic pickup of venue music; consider noise gates.

Avoid

Broadcasting commercial tracks without clearance.
Assuming short duration equals fair use.

Reaction Videos

Do

Add transformative commentary and analysis.
Use only the amount necessary to make your point.

Avoid

Uploading entire shows with minimal pauses.
Relying solely on ‘credit given’ as permission.

Game Streams

Do

Check the publisher’s streaming policy.
Mute copyrighted soundtrack where required.

Avoid

Reposting cutscenes outside policy allowances.
Using ripped OST tracks under your stream.

Fan Edits / Remixes

Do

Get licenses for sampled audio/video components.
Document sources and license scope.

Avoid

Assuming transformative = licensed.
Using watermarked ‘trial’ assets in published clips.

Brand/Logo Use

Do

Use only as allowed (e.g., nominative fair use).
Avoid implying endorsement without permission.

Avoid

Designs that confuse users as to source or sponsorship.

Stock & Templates

Do

Save receipts; follow license terms (territory, media, duration).
Keep attribution where required by the license.

Avoid

Reselling templates where prohibited.
Assuming ‘royalty-free’ means ‘no terms’.

22) Role-Based Guidance (Creators, Brands, Admins)

Creators

Keep a manifest of all assets (music, footage, fonts) with license links.
Use platform tools to mute/trim problematic segments.
Respond promptly to rights disputes; keep evidence ready.

Brands & Agencies

Confirm talent owns/cleared all assets in ad creatives.
Align disclosures and rights with campaign regions and durations.
Provide license stack to creators when needed.

Room/Admin Hosts

Set room rules (no unauthorized uploads, no mirrored clips).
Remove obvious infringements and escalate repeat behavior.
Use follower-only chat or filters during high-risk events.

23) Copyright Agent & Contact

Copyright Agent (6ix)

Email: copyright@6ixapp.com
Subject lines: DMCA Notice / DMCA Counter-Notice

Legal / Policy

Legal: legal@6ixapp.com
Read also:
• Terms of Use
• Community Guidelines
• Privacy Policy

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