Welcome to North America Q&A, a part of Times of Rising. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. Protecting creativity, originality, and ownership is at the heart of our community, and we take copyright matters seriously.
This page explains our policies regarding copyright protection and how we handle Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown requests.
Copyright Ownership
Unless otherwise stated, all original content published on North America Q&A (including articles, Q&A responses, graphics, logos, and design elements) is the property of Times of Rising and is protected by international copyright laws.
- Users posting content on our platform retain ownership of their own intellectual property.
- By posting, users grant North America Q&A a non-exclusive, worldwide license to display, distribute, and promote their content in connection with the platform.
- Unauthorised copying, reproduction, distribution, or republication of our content without permission is strictly prohibited.
User-Generated Content
We encourage open discussions and knowledge sharing, but:
- Users are responsible for ensuring that any content they upload, post, or share does not infringe on the copyright or intellectual property rights of others.
- If you use third-party materials (images, quotes, data, etc.), you must have the proper rights or permissions.
- Any infringement may result in the removal of content and possible suspension of your account.
DMCA Compliance
In compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), we will promptly respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that are properly submitted to us.
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on North America Q&A in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide us with a DMCA Takedown Notice containing the following information:
- A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorised agent.
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
- Identification of the infringing material and where it is located on our website (URL).
- Your contact details, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorised by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or are authorised to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
How to Submit a DMCA Notice
Please send your DMCA notice to our designated agent:
DMCA Agent – Times of Rising
📧 Email: dmca@northamerica.timesofrising.com
Counter-Notification
If you believe your content was removed in error due to a DMCA notice, you may submit a counter-notification including:
- Your signature (physical or electronic).
- Identification of the material removed and its original location.
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the material was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification.
- Your name, address, phone number, and consent to jurisdiction of the federal district court in your location (or where our company is located).
Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we may restore the removed content unless the original complainant files a court action within 14 business days.
Repeat Infringers
We have a zero-tolerance policy toward repeat copyright infringers. Accounts of users who repeatedly post infringing content may be suspended or terminated.
Final Note
At North America Q&A, part of Times of Rising, we are committed to maintaining a respectful, safe, and legally compliant platform. By using our website, you agree to comply with these terms and respect the creative rights of others.