DMCA Policy

1. Introduction

The Art of Casino and theartofcasino.com respect intellectual property rights and operate in compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 ("DMCA"). This policy describes how we handle copyright infringement claims and requests to correct casino and venue listing information. We aim to respond promptly to valid copyright claims and legitimate requests for data corrections.

2. Public Information and Venue Data

Important Notice: The casino and venue information displayed on our platform consists primarily of publicly available data. This includes establishment names, addresses, operating hours, contact details, gaming offerings, and amenities that casinos and gaming venues make publicly accessible.

Public Information Principle: Generally, publicly available venue information cannot be removed simply upon request, as this data serves the legitimate purpose of helping users find and research gaming destinations. However, we will consider removal or modification requests under these circumstances:

• The information contains factual errors that could mislead visitors
• The establishment has permanently closed and the listing is outdated
• There are legitimate copyright concerns regarding original creative content (not basic venue details)
• The information raises genuine safety or privacy concerns

3. Venue Information Correction Requests

If you believe casino or venue information on our site is inaccurate, outdated, or incorrect, please provide the following:

• Your name and contact information (email and phone number)
• Your relationship to the venue (owner, manager, marketing representative, etc.)
• The specific URL or location of the incorrect information on our site
• A detailed description of what information is incorrect
• The correct information that should be displayed
• Documentation or proof of the correction, such as:
  • Official communication on company letterhead
  • Updated venue materials or press releases
  • Contact information for venue management
  • Business license or registration documents
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the information is inaccurate and that your correction request is legitimate

Verification Process: We may contact the venue, its management, or relevant gaming authorities directly to verify correction requests before making changes.

4. DMCA Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on our website, please send a written DMCA notification that includes:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material (with specific URL or location on our site where the material appears)
• Your contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email address)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
• A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf

Note: Basic venue information (names, addresses, hours, contact details) typically does not qualify for copyright protection as it consists of factual data. Copyright claims are more applicable to original creative content such as unique venue descriptions, photographs, logos, or promotional materials.

5. How to Submit Requests

For Venue Information Corrections: Send your request to corrections@theartofcasino.com with "Venue Information Correction" in the subject line. Alternatively, use our contact form and select "Data Correction" as the inquiry type.

For DMCA Copyright Claims: Send your DMCA notice to legal@theartofcasino.com with "DMCA Notice" in the subject line.

Response Time: We will review and investigate notices within 5-10 business days and take appropriate action when valid claims are submitted with proper documentation.

6. Counter-Notification Process

If material has been removed due to a DMCA notice and you believe the material was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification that includes:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the material removed and its previous location on our site
• A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification
• Your name, address, phone number, and consent to federal district court jurisdiction
• A statement that you consent to service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or an agent of such person

Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we may restore the removed material within 10-14 business days unless the original complainant files a court action seeking a restraining order.

7. Repeat Violations and Abuse

We take intellectual property violations seriously and will take appropriate action against repeat infringers, which may include permanently blocking access to our platform.

False Claims: Submitting false or bad faith DMCA notices or correction requests may result in legal liability under federal law. Please ensure all claims are accurate and made in good faith.

8. Fair Use and Public Interest

We respect fair use principles under copyright law and recognize the public interest in providing access to accurate casino and venue information. Our use of venue data serves the legitimate purpose of helping users research and locate gaming establishments. When evaluating requests, we balance legitimate copyright and privacy concerns against the public benefit of maintaining accurate, accessible directory information.

9. Contact Information

For all DMCA and venue information requests, please use the appropriate contact:

Please include the appropriate subject line ("Venue Information Correction" or "DMCA Notice") to ensure your request is routed correctly.