Last Updated: February 19, 2026
ChickenNames.org respects the intellectual property rights of others. We take copyright infringement seriously and respond quickly to valid claims.
This page explains our policy under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), a United States law passed in 1998 that protects copyright owners and gives them a clear process to report and remove stolen content from websites.
If you believe your copyrighted work has been copied or used on our website without your permission, please follow the steps below.
What Is the DMCA?
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is a U.S. copyright law that gives original content creators a fast and legal way to remove their stolen work from websites and online platforms — without going to court.
Under the DMCA, website owners like ChickenNames.org are protected from liability for user-generated or third-party content — as long as we respond quickly and properly to valid copyright complaints. This protection is known as the “safe harbor” provision.
This means that if someone reports copyright infringement to us and we act on it promptly, we are not held legally responsible. But we must have a clear DMCA policy in place and follow it every time.
Our Commitment to Copyright Protection
At ChickenNames.org, all content we publish — including our chicken name lists, articles, descriptions, and written material — is either original work created by our team or used with proper permission.
We do not intentionally copy, reproduce, or steal content from other websites or creators. If any content on our website has been used in error or without proper authorization, we want to know about it right away. We will review every report we receive and take appropriate action as quickly as possible.
How to Submit a DMCA Takedown Notice
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on ChickenNames.org without your permission, you can submit a DMCA takedown notice to us.
To be valid under the law, your notice must include all of the following:
1. Your Contact Information
Provide your full legal name, mailing address, phone number, and email address. We need this information to verify your identity and respond to your claim.
2. Description of the Copyrighted Work
Clearly describe the original work you believe has been infringed. Tell us what it is — an article, a list, an image, written content, or something else. If possible, provide a link to the original work so we can compare it.
3. Location of the Infringing Content
Tell us exactly where the infringing content appears on our website. Please provide the full URL of the specific page where the content can be found. Vague descriptions without specific URLs may result in delays.
4. A Statement of Good Faith
Include a written statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law. This statement is required by law.
5. A Statement of Accuracy
Include a statement confirming that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or are authorized to act on their behalf. This statement must be made under penalty of perjury.
6. Your Signature
Provide your physical or electronic signature. This is required to make your notice legally valid.
Where to Send Your DMCA Notice
Once you have gathered all of the required information above, send your DMCA takedown notice to us through our contact page:
Website: https://chickennames.org/
Contact Page: https://chickennames.org/contact-us/
Please use the subject line: “DMCA Takedown Notice”
We review all DMCA notices as quickly as possible. If your notice meets the legal requirements, we will remove or disable access to the reported content promptly and notify you once the action has been taken.
What Happens After You Submit a Notice?
Here is what you can expect after you send us a valid DMCA takedown notice:
Step 1 — We Review Your Notice
We will carefully review your claim to make sure it includes all required information and meets the legal requirements of the DMCA.
Step 2 — We Take Action
If your notice is valid, we will remove or disable access to the reported content as quickly as possible. We will notify you by email once this is done.
Step 3 — We Notify the Content Provider
If the reported content was submitted by a third party, we will notify them that the content has been removed due to a copyright claim.
Step 4 — Counter-Notice Option
The person whose content was removed has the right to file a counter-notice if they believe the removal was a mistake. We are required by law to forward any counter-notice to you.
Step 5 — Waiting Period
If a counter-notice is filed, we must wait 10 to 14 business days before restoring the content. During that time, you may choose to take legal action to prevent the content from being restored. If no legal action is taken within that period, the content may be restored.
How to File a Counter-Notice
If you believe that content was removed from ChickenNames.org by mistake or because of a false or incorrect DMCA claim, you have the right to file a counter-notice.
To file a valid counter-notice, you must include:
- Your full legal name, mailing address, phone number, and email address
- Identification of the content that was removed and the location where it appeared before it was removed
- A statement made under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the content was removed by mistake or misidentification
- A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your district, or if you are outside the United States, to the jurisdiction of any judicial district in which ChickenNames.org may be found
- Your physical or electronic signature
Send your counter-notice to the same contact address listed above with the subject line: “DMCA Counter-Notice”
We will review your counter-notice and respond within the legally required timeframe.
Repeat Infringer Policy
ChickenNames.org takes a firm stance on copyright violations. In line with the requirements of the DMCA, we maintain a policy of terminating the accounts or access of users who are found to be repeat infringers of copyright.
If someone repeatedly submits or uses content that violates copyright law, we reserve the right to permanently block their access to our website.
Misuse of the DMCA Process
Please be aware that submitting a false or misleading DMCA takedown notice is a serious matter. Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly makes false claims in a takedown notice may be held liable for damages — including legal fees — suffered by the accused party.
Do not use the DMCA process to remove content that you simply disagree with, that competes with your business, or that you do not have copyright ownership over. The DMCA is a tool for genuine copyright protection only.
Fair Use
We recognize that not all use of copyrighted material is infringement. Under U.S. copyright law, some uses of copyrighted content may be considered fair use — including use for commentary, criticism, education, news reporting, or research.
We consider fair use principles carefully when reviewing DMCA claims. If the reported content appears to qualify as fair use, we will take that into account in our response.
No Legal Advice
Nothing on this page should be taken as legal advice. Copyright law can be complex. If you have questions about whether your situation qualifies as copyright infringement or fair use, we recommend speaking with a qualified attorney before submitting a DMCA notice.
Changes to This DMCA Policy
We may update this DMCA Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we handle copyright claims.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this DMCA Policy or need to report copyright infringement, please contact us. We take every report seriously and aim to respond as quickly as possible.
Website: https://chickennames.org/
Contact Page: https://chickennames.org/contact-us/
Please include “DMCA” in the subject line of your message so we can prioritize your request.
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