DMCA & COPYRIGHT NOTICE
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION & TAKEDOWN PROCEDURES
LAST UPDATED: MARCH 28, 2026
OSINT HQ respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects the same in return. All original content published on OSINTHQ.org is protected under applicable copyright laws. This page outlines our copyright policy, our rights as content creators, and the formal process for reporting copyright infringement under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
1. OUR COPYRIGHT
All original content published on OSINT HQ is the exclusive intellectual property of OSINT HQ and its editorial team. This includes, but is not limited to:
All articles, reports, news coverage, tactical analysis, opinion pieces, captions, and editorial commentary authored by the OSINT HQ editorial team.
Original graphics, infographics, maps, tactical diagrams, charts, data visualizations, and any imagery created by our team.
The OSINT HQ name, logo, brand identity, website design, page layouts, and all associated branding elements.
Original video compilations, edited footage, voiceovers, narration, and multimedia presentations produced by OSINT HQ.
Original OSINT research, compiled datasets, equipment profiles, order-of-battle assessments, and analytical frameworks developed by our editorial team.
2. PERMITTED USE
Limited use of our content may be permitted under the following conditions:
Short excerpts (no more than two sentences) may be quoted for the purpose of commentary, criticism, or news reporting, provided full credit and a direct link back to the original article on OSINTHQ.org is included.
Sharing links to our articles on social media platforms is encouraged. Do not copy and paste full articles or substantial portions of text into social media posts.
Limited use for non-commercial educational or academic purposes may be permitted with proper attribution. For bulk or institutional use, please contact us for written permission.
3. PROHIBITED USE
The following uses of our content are strictly prohibited without prior written authorization:
4. DMCA TAKEDOWN PROCEDURE
If you believe that content on OSINTHQ.org infringes upon your copyright, you may submit a formal DMCA takedown notice. To be valid under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, your notice must include the following information:
A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed, or a list of the works if multiple items are involved.
The exact URL(s) on OSINTHQ.org where the allegedly infringing material is located, with enough detail for us to find it.
Your full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address so we can contact you regarding the claim.
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.
5. WHERE TO SEND DMCA NOTICES
DMCA Agent
OSINT HQ LEGAL
Email: dmca@www.osinthq.org
Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Notice
Website: www.osinthq.org
Warning: Under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing may be subject to liability for damages, including costs and attorney fees. Please ensure your claim is valid before submitting a takedown notice.
6. OUR RESPONSE PROCESS
Upon receiving a valid DMCA takedown notice, OSINT HQ will take the following actions:
We will acknowledge receipt of the notice and confirm that it contains all required information.
Our team will review the claim and assess whether the identified material constitutes infringement.
If the claim is valid, the infringing material will be removed or access will be disabled promptly.
If the content was submitted by a third party, that party will be notified of the takedown and may file a counter-notification if they believe the removal was in error.
7. COUNTER-NOTIFICATION
If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification. Your counter-notification must include:
Full legal name, address, telephone number, and email address.
The specific URL(s) where the removed material was located before it was taken down.
A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, and that you will accept service of process from the party who filed the original copyright notice.
Your physical or electronic signature.
8. REPEAT INFRINGERS
OSINT HQ maintains a policy of terminating access for users and contributors who are repeat copyright infringers, in accordance with the DMCA. Accounts or contributors found to repeatedly violate the intellectual property rights of others will be permanently removed from the platform.
9. REPORTING STOLEN CONTENT
If you find OSINT HQ content being used without authorization on another website, social media account, YouTube channel, or any other platform, please let us know. We actively protect our intellectual property and will take appropriate legal action against unauthorized use of our content.
10. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT
OSINT HQ may include content sourced from third parties, including publicly available government statements, official military communications, and open-source footage. In all cases: