DMCA Copyright Policy – Apollo Group TV
Effective Date: September 7, 2025
Digital Millennium Copyright Act Compliance
Apollo Group TV is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and complying with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This DMCA policy outlines our procedures for handling copyright infringement claims related to Apollo IPTV services and the Apollo Group TV app.
Copyright Infringement Notification
If you believe that content available through Apollo Group TV or Apollo IPTV services infringes your copyright, please submit a DMCA takedown notice containing the following information:
Required Information for DMCA Notice
- Identification of Copyrighted Work
- Clear description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
- Registration number if the work is registered with the Copyright Office
- URL or specific location of the allegedly infringing content on Apollo Group TV
- Contact Information
- Your full legal name and title
- Mailing address, telephone number, and email address
- Electronic signature (typed name is acceptable)
- Statement of Authority
- Statement that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
- Declaration that the information provided is accurate
- Statement made under penalty of perjury
- Good Faith Statement
- Statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner
- Confirmation that the complaint is made in good faith
DMCA Takedown Process for Apollo IPTV
Step 1: Notice Submission
Submit your DMCA notice to Apollo Group TV through our designated channels:
- Email: dmca@apollogrouptv.com
- Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Notice – Apollo Group TV”
- Response Time: 24-48 hours for initial acknowledgment
Step 2: Content Review
Apollo IPTV will promptly review all valid DMCA notices:
- Verification of notice completeness and validity
- Investigation of the alleged infringement on Apollo Group TV app
- Documentation of the claim for our records
Step 3: Content Removal
Upon verification, Apollo Group TV will:
- Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing content
- Notify the content provider or user who posted the material
- Maintain records of the takedown action
Counter-Notification Process
If you believe content was removed from Apollo IPTV in error, you may submit a counter-notification including:
Counter-Notice Requirements
- Identification of the material removed from Apollo Group TV
- Your contact information and electronic signature
- Statement under penalty of perjury that removal was a mistake
- Consent to jurisdiction of federal court in your district
- Agreement to accept service of process from the complainant
Counter-Notice Procedure
- Send counter-notice to: counter@apollogrouptv.com
- Apollo Group TV will forward your counter-notice to the original complainant
- Content may be restored after 10-14 business days unless complainant files court action
- Final determination made in accordance with DMCA procedures
Repeat Infringer Policy
Apollo Group TV maintains a strict policy regarding repeat copyright infringers:
Account Termination Process
- First Violation: Warning and content removal from Apollo IPTV
- Second Violation: Temporary suspension of Apollo Group TV app access
- Third Violation: Permanent account termination and service ban
- Immediate Termination: Reserved for severe or commercial infringement cases
Appeals Process
Users may appeal termination decisions by:
- Submitting detailed explanation to appeals@apollogrouptv.com
- Providing evidence of authorization or fair use
- Demonstrating good faith efforts to respect copyright
Safe Harbor Compliance
Apollo IPTV operates under DMCA Safe Harbor provisions:
Service Provider Responsibilities
- Prompt response to valid takedown notices
- Implementation of repeat infringer policy
- No actual knowledge of infringing activity
- No financial benefit from infringing content
User Responsibilities
- Respect for intellectual property rights
- Compliance with Apollo Group TV terms of service
- Proper authorization for uploaded content
- Good faith use of DMCA procedures
Copyright Education and Prevention
Apollo Group TV promotes copyright awareness through:
Educational Resources
- Copyright guidelines within the Apollo Group TV app
- User training materials and best practices
- Regular updates on intellectual property law
- Partnership with content creators and rights holders
Preventive Measures
- Content screening and monitoring systems
- User reporting mechanisms for potential infringement
- Regular audits of Apollo IPTV content libraries
- Proactive removal of clearly infringing material
International Copyright Compliance
Apollo Group TV respects international copyright laws and treaties:
Global Compliance Framework
- Adherence to Berne Convention principles
- Compliance with regional copyright legislation
- Recognition of international takedown requests
- Cooperation with foreign rights enforcement agencies
Contact Information for DMCA Matters
Designated DMCA Agent
Apollo Group TV Copyright Agent
- Email: dmca@iptvapollogroup.com
- Postal Address: Apollo Group TV DMCA Department
- Phone: Available through Apollo Group TV app support
- Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM
Emergency Copyright Issues
For urgent copyright matters affecting Apollo IPTV:
- Priority Email: urgent-dmca@iptvapollogroup.com
- Response Time: Within 4-6 hours during business days
- After Hours: Next business day response guaranteed
Legal Disclaimers and Limitations
Apollo Group TV Limitations
- No obligation to monitor user-generated content
- Removal decisions based on valid DMCA notices only
- No liability for good faith takedown actions
- Reliance on accuracy of submitted notices
User Acknowledgments
By using Apollo IPTV services, users acknowledge:
- Understanding of copyright laws and DMCA procedures
- Agreement to respect intellectual property rights
- Acceptance of account termination for repeat violations
- Responsibility for authorized content use only
False Claims and Perjury
Penalties for False DMCA Claims
- Legal liability under DMCA Section 512(f)
- Potential damages and attorney fees
- Account restrictions on Apollo Group TV app
- Possible criminal perjury charges
Protection Against Abuse
Apollo IPTV reserves the right to:
- Investigate suspicious or abusive DMCA claims
- Terminate accounts submitting false notices
- Pursue legal remedies against bad faith actors
- Implement additional verification procedures
Updates to DMCA Policy
This DMCA policy may be updated to reflect:
- Changes in copyright law and DMCA requirements
- Improvements to Apollo Group TV enforcement procedures
- Enhanced user protection measures
- Court decisions affecting digital content platforms
Users will be notified of significant policy changes through the Apollo Group TV app and registered email addresses.