DMCA & Copyright Policy

Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") Policy & Notice Procedure

Last Updated: October 2026 | Full Compliance with 17 U.S.C. § 512

Nars Entertainment Network ("we", "us", or "our"), the operating entity of Nars (https://nars.my), respects the intellectual property rights of software developers, game studios, visual artists, and digital creators worldwide. It is our firm corporate policy to respond expeditiously to clear, formal notices of alleged copyright infringement in strict accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 (17 U.S.C. § 512 et seq., "DMCA"), European Union Directive 2001/29/EC, and international intellectual property treaties.

This comprehensive document outlines the procedures by which copyright owners, or legal representatives authorized to act on their behalf, may file formal DMCA Takedown Notices with our designated copyright agent, as well as the counter-notification mechanisms available to game publishers.

1. Safe Harbor Overview & Publisher Architecture

Nars functions as a modern online catalog, review hub, and web portal that indexes, categorizes, reviews, and embeds free-to-play HTML5/WebGL games. The vast majority of interactive game titles presented on our site are provided via standardized distribution APIs and syndication programs managed by authorized game distribution platforms (such as GameMonetize.com, GameDistribution.com, or direct developer submissions).

In accordance with 17 U.S.C. § 512(c), Nars qualifies for safe harbor immunity as an online service provider facilitating third-party digital indexing and hyperlinking. We do not engage in unauthorized pirating, file cracking, or selling of proprietary commercial software. If a third-party developer has uploaded or distributed your copyrighted work without your authorization through a syndicated feed or direct link, we stand ready to remove or disable access to the infringing material immediately upon receiving a compliant statutory notice.

2. Requirements for Filing a Compliant DMCA Takedown Notice

To submit a legally valid DMCA notice to Nars, you must provide a written communication (via electronic mail) containing all of the statutory elements listed below. Failure to provide all required information may delay processing or invalidate your notice:

1. Physical or Electronic Signature: An authorized physical or electronic signature of the copyright holder or a person legally authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
2. Identification of the Copyrighted Work: Clear identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed. If multiple copyrighted works are involved in a single notification, a representative list of such works, including original registration numbers or links to the official creator portfolio, must be provided.
3. Identification of the Infringing Material: Specific identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity, and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled. You must provide the exact URL(s) on Nars (e.g., https://nars.my/game/title-slug) where the disputed game or image is located. Broad statements such as "your entire site" are legally insufficient.
4. Contact Information of the Complaining Party: Sufficient contact details to allow our legal department to contact you directly, including your full legal name, corporate entity (if applicable), mailing address, telephone number, and official corporate email address.
5. Good Faith Belief Statement: A clear statement that: "I have a good faith belief that use of the copyrighted material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law (such as fair use)."
6. Statement of Accuracy Under Penalty of Perjury: A formal statement that: "The information in this notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, I declare that I am the owner, or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner, of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed."

3. Designated Copyright Agent Contact Information

All formal DMCA notifications and copyright correspondence must be delivered directly to our Designated Copyright Compliance Department:

Notice: We accept electronic mail notifications as the primary and fastest method for processing. Inquiries sent via email typically receive verification and takedown execution within 24 to 48 business hours.

4. Takedown Actions and Developer Notification

Upon receipt of a valid, compliant DMCA Takedown Notice meeting all statutory requirements, Nars will:

• Promptly review the notification to verify jurisdictional standing and specific URL locations.
• Immediately disable access to or expunge the contested game embed, thumbnail image, or content from our public database.
• Notify the third-party developer, syndication network, or submitter who provided the content regarding the removal action.
• Forward a full copy of the takedown notice (including the complaining party’s contact details) to the original content provider, advising them of their statutory right to file a Counter-Notification.

5. Counter-Notification Procedure for Content Providers

If a content provider or developer believes that their material was mistakenly removed or misidentified (for instance, due to fair use, prior commercial licensing, or mistaken identity), they may file a formal Counter-Notification under 17 U.S.C. § 512(g)(3).

To be legally effective, a Counter-Notification must include:

1. The developer's physical or electronic signature.
2. Identification of the material that was removed and the URL location at which it appeared prior to removal.
3. A statement under penalty of perjury that the provider has a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
4. The provider's full name, address, telephone number, and email.
5. A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the federal or territorial court in which the provider is located (or our jurisdiction if outside the US), and agreeing to accept service of process from the original complaining party.

Upon receipt of a valid counter-notice, we will promptly forward a copy to the original complainant. If the complainant does not file a court action seeking a restraining order within ten (10) business days, we are authorized under statutory law to reinstate the removed material.

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with 17 U.S.C. § 512(i), Nars maintains a strict Repeat Infringer Policy. Any developer, syndication feed, or user who repeatedly and deliberately uploads or distributes copyrighted works without license or legal authorization will be permanently banned from our platform, and their developer distribution feed will be purged from our databases.

7. Caution Against Fraudulent or Bad-Faith Claims

Please be advised that under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who knowingly and materially misrepresents that online material or activity is infringing may be held liable for civil damages, including court costs and substantial attorney’s fees incurred by the alleged infringer, copyright owner, or service provider. If you are unsure whether certain content infringes your rights, we strongly advise consulting qualified legal counsel prior to filing a notice.

8. Detailed Review of International Copyright Treaties

While the Digital Millennium Copyright Act is a federal statute of the United States, Nars Entertainment Network recognizes and honors international intellectual property conventions across all jurisdictions where Nars is accessed. Our compliance protocols align with the standards established by:

• The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works (Paris Act): Recognizing the moral and economic rights of authors and creators without requiring formal registration formalities.
• The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Copyright Treaty (WCT): Addressing the protection of computer software, game engines, and digital compilations in networked environments.
• The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS): Ensuring that legal enforcement procedures against intellectual property theft remain effective, expeditious, and transparent.
• The European Union Digital Single Market Directive (Directive 2019/790): Upholding safe harbor protections for online content sharing service providers while maintaining balanced grievance procedures.

9. Mandatory Pre-Notice Evaluation of Fair Use (Lenz Standard)

Pursuant to the landmark United States Court of Appeals ruling in Lenz v. Universal Music Corp. (801 F.3d 1126), copyright owners must affirmatively consider whether the alleged use of their work constitutes "Fair Use" under 17 U.S.C. § 107 prior to transmitting a formal takedown notice. On Nars, many interactive titles, screenshots, critical gameplay breakdowns, and developer tributes represent transformative critical commentary, parody, historical preservation, or educational evaluation.

Any notice that demonstrates a willful disregard for fair use analysis, or represents an automated "bot-generated" dragnet sweep that fails to inspect the contextual commentary provided on Nars, will be formally rejected, and Nars Entertainment Network reserves the right to seek recovery of legal defense costs under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f).

10. Subpoena to Identify Infringers (17 U.S.C. § 512(h))

If a copyright owner obtains a valid statutory subpoena issued by a federal district court clerk pursuant to 17 U.S.C. § 512(h) requesting the identity of an alleged infringer, Nars Entertainment Network will comply with all lawful, enforceable court orders. We will provide verified log information, IP addresses, and submission records within our custody, provided the requesting party has satisfied all prerequisite statutory requirements and served formal process upon our legal department.

11. Non-Copyright Grievances: Trademarks, Patents, and Publicity Rights

Please note that the DMCA notice-and-takedown mechanism applies exclusively to claims of copyright infringement. If you are an intellectual property holder seeking to assert claims regarding:

• Registered Trademark or Service Mark Infringement
• Utility or Design Patent Disputes
• Right of Publicity or Personality Violations
• Defamation, Trade Libel, or Commercial Disparagement

Do NOT utilize the DMCA statutory notice format. Instead, please direct a formal Intellectual Property Inquiry to our legal department at info@nars.my detailing the specific registration numbers, trademark classes, jurisdictions, and evidence of market confusion. Our corporate compliance counsel reviews all trademark inquiries independently within five business days.

12. Archival Retention and Evidence Preservation

In compliance with corporate governance requirements, Nars Entertainment Network maintains a secure, encrypted archive of all incoming DMCA takedown notices, counter-notifications, related correspondence, and removal timestamps for a minimum statutory period of seven (7) years. These records are preserved to substantiate our safe harbor qualification, evaluate repeat infringer patterns, and provide documentary evidence in the event of federal civil litigation.