Notice and Take Down Procedure

At Electro Service Urk, we attach great importance to complying with laws and regulations, especially when it comes to intellectual property rights and combating illegal content. That is why we use a Notice and Take Down (NTD) procedure. Think of the NTD procedure as a digital cleaning service that ensures that our online environment remains clean and safe for everyone.

How does the NTD procedure work?

Notice:

When someone discovers infringing or illegal content on our website, they can file a complaint. Think of this as drawing the attention of a supervisor to a stain that needs to be cleaned.
The notice must contain specific information, such as the exact location (URL) of the content, a clear description of the infringement, and any supporting evidence.

Assessment:

After receiving the notice, we carefully assess the complaint. This is comparable to an inspector determining whether the stain actually needs to be removed.
Sometimes we ask for additional information to ensure that the complaint is justified.

Take Down:

If the notice is valid, we remove or block the content in question. This is like effectively cleaning the stain so that the environment is clean again.

The measures can range from removing a single page to blocking access to specific content.

Notice:

We inform the person who submitted the notice about the actions taken. This is similar to letting them know that the cleanup has been successful.
We also notify the person who posted the content so that they have the opportunity to respond.

Appeal:

The person responsible for the removed content can appeal. Think of a re-evaluation, where new evidence is reviewed to see if the content is allowed after all.
We carefully review the appeal and then decide whether the content will be reinstated or will remain removed.
Importance of the NTD procedure

The Notice and Take Down procedure is essential for maintaining a clean and safe digital environment. It is like having a reliable cleaning team that ensures that our online space remains free of pollution and infringement. This procedure offers an efficient way to address issues without resorting to legal means.

Challenges and considerations

Although the NTD procedure is very useful, it also has its challenges. An unjustified notice can lead to unnecessary removal of content, similar to the unjustified removal of a work of art from a wall. Therefore, a careful and fair assessment is of great importance. At Electro Service Urk, we ensure that we act transparently and respect the rights of all parties involved.

With our Notice and Take Down procedure, we strive to maintain a balance between the protection of intellectual property rights and freedom of expression. This way, our digital environment remains clean, safe and fair for everyone.