How to Request the Removal of Copyrighted Code, Plugins, or Themes from Codesellmarket

As the copyright owner of your digital products, it's important to protect your work from unauthorized use. If you discover that your code, plugin, or theme is being sold or distributed without your permission on Codesellmarket, you can request its removal through a proper takedown process. Below is a guide tailored to Codesellmarket’s platform for requesting the removal of your copyrighted material.

1. Provide a Specific Title for Your Item

When submitting a takedown request, be as specific as possible when describing the copyrighted material. This helps ensure that the material is accurately identified and removed promptly.

For example, if your plugin is a "SEO plugin for WordPress," simply stating "SEO plugin" is not specific enough. Instead, you could provide the full title, such as "SEO Plugin for WordPress - Version 1.2".

2. Submit a DMCA Takedown Request

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) provides a legal framework for copyright owners to request the removal of their material from online platforms. Follow these steps to submit a DMCA takedown request for your code, plugin, or theme on Codesellmarket:

a. Identify the Item

Identify the specific item or listing on Codesellmarket where your copyrighted material is being used or sold without your authorization.

b. Locate the DMCA Contact Information

You can find our DMCA contact information in the Codesellmarket Copyright Policy section, which is located in the footer of our website.

c. Draft Your DMCA Takedown Notice

Your DMCA takedown notice must include the following details:

• Description of the copyrighted material: Be specific. For example, “My plugin titled ‘SEO Plugin for WordPress - Version 1.2’.”
• Exact location of the material: Provide the URL where your material is located on Codesellmarket, such as "https://www.codesellmarket.com/item/seo-plugin-wordpress-1-2."
• Your contact information: Include your name, address, phone number, and email address.
• Good faith belief: State that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner. For example, “I am the copyright owner of this plugin, and I did not authorize its sale or distribution on Codesellmarket.”
• Accuracy statement: Confirm that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner. For example, “I certify under penalty of perjury that the information in this notice is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.”

d. Send the DMCA Takedown Notice

Send the notice to Submit notice Here.

e. Await Removal of the Item

Once Codesellmarket receives a valid DMCA takedown notice, our team will investigate and remove the infringing material within a reasonable timeframe, as required by law.

3. Example DMCA Takedown Notices for Code, Plugins, and Themes

Example 1: Code Snippet

You are the copyright owner of a code snippet designed for use in e-commerce websites. If someone uploads your code without permission, your takedown notice could look like this:

• Description of the copyrighted material: “JavaScript code for cart functionality in an e-commerce website.”
• Exact location of the material: "The code is listed on the page titled ‘E-commerce Cart Functionality Script’."
• Your contact information: "Name: John Doe, Address: 123 Web St, Phone: 555-555-5555, Email: john@email.com."
• Good faith belief: "I am the copyright owner of this code snippet and did not authorize its distribution on Codesellmarket."
• Accuracy statement: "I certify under penalty of perjury that the information in this notice is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner."

Example 2: Plugin

You are the author of a custom plugin for WordPress, and you find that it has been uploaded by an unauthorized user:

• Description of the copyrighted material: “WordPress plugin titled ‘SEO Master Plugin – Version 3.0’.”
• Exact location of the material: "The plugin is listed on the page titled ‘SEO Master Plugin for WordPress’."
• Your contact information: "Name: Jane Smith, Address: 456 Developer Rd, Phone: 555-555-5555, Email: jane@email.com."
• Good faith belief: "I am the copyright owner of this plugin and did not authorize its sale or distribution on Codesellmarket."
• Accuracy statement: "I certify under penalty of perjury that the information in this notice is accurate and that I am the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner."

4. Important Notes

• Accuracy of Information: Ensure your DMCA takedown notice contains accurate details. False claims can result in penalties.
• Follow Up: After submitting the request, monitor the status of your takedown. Codesellmarket will notify you once the item has been removed.

5. What Happens Next?

Once your request is processed and the material is removed from the marketplace, the infringing author may face penalties, including a suspension or permanent ban from Codesellmarket. The violator will also be given the chance to respond to your DMCA notice.

By following this procedure, you can effectively protect your intellectual property on Codesellmarket and ensure that your works remain secure and properly credited. If you need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to our support team.