DMCA / COPYRIGHT POLICY

Last Updated: February 9, 2026

SmartBuyLabs respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable laws, we will respond to valid notices of copyright infringement.

Copyright Infringement Notification

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on SmartBuyLabs.com, please notify us immediately.

How to File a DMCA Takedown Notice

To file a copyright infringement notification, you must provide a written communication (email is acceptable) that includes substantially the following:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or if multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works.
  2. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity, including information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material (such as the URL).
  3. Your contact information, including your address, telephone number, and email address.
  4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  5. A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
  6. Your physical or electronic signature.

Where to Send DMCA Notices

Please send your DMCA notice to:

Email: smartbuylabs1@gmail.com

Subject Line: “DMCA Takedown Request”

Response to DMCA Notices

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice:

  1. We will promptly investigate the claim
  2. If appropriate, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
  3. We will notify the user who posted the content (if applicable)
  4. Repeat offenders may have their access to the site terminated

Counter-Notification

If you believe that material you posted was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification.

How to File a DMCA Counter-Notice

Your counter-notification must include:

  1. Your physical or electronic signature
  2. Identification of the material that has been removed or disabled, and the location where it appeared before removal
  3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification
  4. Your name, address, telephone number, and email address
  5. A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located (or if you are outside the United States, any judicial district in which SmartBuyLabs may be found)
  6. A statement that you will accept service of process from the person who provided the original DMCA notification or an agent of such person

Where to Send Counter-Notices

Email: smartbuylabs1@gmail.com

Subject Line: “DMCA Counter-Notification”

Processing Timeline

  • Upon receiving a valid counter-notice, we will forward it to the original complainant
  • If the complainant does not file a court action within 10-14 business days, we may restore the removed content

Misrepresentations

Please note that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents:

  • That material is infringing, or
  • That material was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification

May be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees.

Do not make false claims. Submit DMCA notices only if you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.

Our Use of Copyrighted Material

SmartBuyLabs may use copyrighted material under the doctrine of Fair Use for purposes such as:

  • Product reviews and commentary
  • Criticism and analysis
  • Educational content
  • News reporting

We use:

  • Product images from manufacturers (for identification and review purposes)
  • Product specifications (for informational purposes)
  • Brand names and logos (for reference only)

We do not claim ownership of any third-party content. All trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners.

Repeat Infringer Policy

SmartBuyLabs has a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users or content contributors who are repeat infringers.

Contact Information

For all copyright-related inquiries, DMCA notices, or counter-notifications:

Email: smartbuylabs1@gmail.com

Response Time: We aim to respond within 5-7 business days

This policy is designed to comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512) and other applicable copyright laws.