DMCA & COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT POLICY

Effective Date: 24/2/2026
Platform Name: Churchcreed

1. Our Commitment to Intellectual Property

At Churchcreed, we respect the intellectual property rights of artists, creators, producers, and copyright owners.

We are committed to responding promptly to valid copyright infringement claims in accordance with applicable laws, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other relevant copyright regulations.

If you believe that content hosted on our platform infringes your copyright, please follow the procedure outlined below.

2. Filing a Copyright Complaint

If you are a copyright owner (or authorized to act on behalf of one), please send a written notice containing the following:

1. Your full legal name and contact information (email, address, phone number).

2. A clear description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.

3. The exact URL(s) or direct link(s) to the allegedly infringing content.

4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

5. A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

6. Your electronic or physical signature.

Incomplete complaints may delay processing.

3. Where to Send Notices

Please send all copyright complaints to:

Email: admin@churchcreed.com.ng
Subject Line: DMCA Copyright Complaint
Business Address: Suit 102, Chatti Plaza, Garki 2, Abuja

4. What Happens After a Complaint is Received

Upon receiving a valid copyright notice:

• We will review the complaint promptly.

• The allegedly infringing content may be temporarily removed or disabled.

• The uploader will be notified of the complaint.

• Repeat infringers may have their accounts suspended or permanently terminated.

We reserve the right to remove content without prior notice if necessary.

5. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification including:

1. Your name and contact information.

2. Identification of the removed content and its original location.

3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the removal was a mistake.

4. Your consent to the jurisdiction of a competent court (if applicable).

5. Your electronic or physical signature.

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we may restore the content unless the original complainant files a court action within the legally required timeframe.

6. Repeat Infringers

We maintain a policy of terminating accounts of users who repeatedly infringe copyrights.

This applies to:

• Unauthorized uploads of gospel music

• Re-uploading removed material

• Distributing copyrighted content without permission

Integrity in ministry and creativity is important to us.

7. Misrepresentation Warning

Knowingly submitting false copyright claims or counter-notifications may result in legal liability.

We encourage good faith and honest communication.

8. International Users

Although Churchcreed operates primarily under Nigerian law, we respond to international copyright complaints in accordance with global best practices and applicable copyright frameworks.

Final Statement

We honor the work of gospel artists and creators. If you believe your work has been used improperly, please contact us so we can resolve the matter promptly and fairly.