DMCA Copyright Policy

Last updated: October 30, 2025

DMCA Agent Contact

For copyright infringement claims, contact our designated DMCA agent:

Email: dmca@rus.sh

Response time: Within 24-48 hours

How to File a DMCA Complaint

If you believe that content accessible via a rus.sh shortened link infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our DMCA agent that includes the following information:

  1. Identification of the copyrighted work: A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed, or if multiple works are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works.
  2. Identification of the infringing material: The specific rus.sh shortened URL(s) that you claim are infringing, with enough detail to allow us to locate the material.
  3. Your contact information: Your name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  4. Good faith statement: 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. Accuracy statement: A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf.
  6. Physical or electronic signature: Your physical or electronic signature.

Send your DMCA notice to:

Email: dmca@rus.sh
Subject line: "DMCA Takedown Request"

Our Response Process

1. Review (24-48 hours)

We will review your DMCA notice to ensure it contains all required information.

2. Action on Valid Claims

If the notice is complete and valid, we will expeditiously disable access to the allegedly infringing shortened link.

3. User Notification

We will notify the user who created the link about the takedown and provide them with a copy of your DMCA notice.

4. Counter-Notice Option

The user may file a counter-notice if they believe the takedown was in error.

Counter-Notice Procedure

If you believe your content was removed or disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notice with the following information:

  1. Identification of the material: The specific rus.sh URL(s) that were disabled and the location where they appeared before removal.
  2. Statement under penalty of perjury: A statement that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
  3. Consent to jurisdiction: Your name, address, phone number, and a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district in which your address is located.
  4. Physical or electronic signature: Your physical or electronic signature.

Important: Upon receipt of a valid counter-notice, we will forward it to the original complainant. If they do not file a court action within 10-14 business days, we may restore the content.

Repeat Infringer Policy

rus.sh maintains a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers. We will terminate user access to the service if:

  • The user has received three or more valid DMCA takedown notices within a 12-month period.
  • The user has repeatedly created links to infringing content after receiving takedown notices.
  • The user is found to be intentionally circumventing our copyright protection measures.

Users whose accounts are terminated for repeat infringement will not be eligible for refunds of any kind.

False Claims and Penalties

Please be aware that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing may be subject to liability.

Filing false DMCA notices may result in:

  • Civil liability for damages, including costs and attorney fees
  • Permanent ban from filing future complaints with rus.sh
  • Potential criminal penalties under applicable law

General Information

This Policy Does Not Constitute Legal Advice

This DMCA policy is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. If you have questions about copyright law or DMCA procedures, please consult with an attorney.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this DMCA policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of rus.sh following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Questions?

If you have questions about this DMCA policy that are not answered here, please contact us at dmca@rus.sh.

Need to report copyright infringement?

Send a DMCA notice to dmca@rus.sh