Hidden Chronicles is an educational and historical archive. We respect the intellectual property rights of historians, authors, and creators. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), we will respond promptly to notices of alleged infringement.
Filing a Takedown Notice
If you believe that any content hosted in our archives infringes upon your copyright, please provide our Copyright Agent with a written notification containing the following details:
- A physical or electronic signature of the authorized copyright owner.
- Identification of the copyrighted historical text, image, or work claimed to be infringed.
- The exact URL where the allegedly infringing material is located on Hidden Chronicles.
- Your contact information (email address and phone number).
- A statement affirming that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner or the law.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate.
Designated Agent Contact
Please send all takedown requests directly to our editorial team:
Counter-Notification
If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification (such as an incorrect claim on public domain historical images or fair use educational commentary), you may submit a counter-notice including your signature, the specific content removed, and a statement consenting to the jurisdiction of your local federal court.
Repeat Infringers
We maintain a strict policy of terminating access for any contributors or users who repeatedly violate the intellectual property rights of others.