Copyright Infringement Policy and Notice Submission Guide

For Copyright Owners – Karhari Media Music

Karhari Media Music is a digital music distribution service provider that facilitates artists, labels, users, and companies in distributing their music across all major digital platforms. We act solely as a service provider and do not own, license, or control the music that is uploaded and distributed by our users.

This article is a comprehensive guide for copyright owners whose content may have been uploaded without authorization by a third party through Karhari Media Music. This guide also outlines how to submit a copyright infringement notice and explains the legal responsibilities under Indian and international copyright laws.

⚖️ 1. Legal Responsibility Disclaimer

Karhari Media Music is a neutral Digital Music Distribution Service Provider. We:

• Only enter into agreements with artists, labels, companies, and users.

• Provide distribution services under contract.

• Do not own or verify the ownership of the content submitted by users.

• Are not liable for any third-party content uploaded or distributed without permission.

If a user or partner of Karhari Media Music uploads and distributes copyrighted content without the rightful owner’s permission, the responsibility lies solely with that user, label, or partner.

📌 2. Important Notice to Copyright Owners

If you are:

• A music artist

• A music director

• A songwriter

• A music producer

• A label

• A film or video production company

• Or any copyright holder of audio/video content

And if your music, video, or film content has been uploaded or distributed through Karhari Media Music by any unauthorized third party (artist, label, user, or company), you have full legal rights to report it.

📄 3. How to File a Copyright Infringement Notice with Karhari Media Music

Please send a formal takedown notice to us with the following details:

✔️ Required Information:

1. Your Full Name

2. Your Role (Artist, Label Owner, Producer, etc.)

3. Email Address & Phone Number

4. Detailed Description of the Copyrighted Content

   • Track name, album, video link, etc.

5. Proof of Ownership

   • Copyright certificate, signed agreements, content registration, or any legal document confirming ownership.

6. URL Links to the Infringing Content (if available)

7. A Statement Like Below:

   “I believe in good faith that the use of the material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law. The information in this notice is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, I am the owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.”

8. Your Signature (Digital or Scanned)

📧 Submit to:

Email ID: legal@karharimedia.com

Subject: “Copyright Infringement Notice – [Your Name / Company Name]”

⏱️ 4. Action Timeline

Once your complaint is received:

• Karhari Media Music will immediately review the infringement notice.

• If the claim is valid, we will remove the infringing content as soon as possible.

• We will disclose the details of the user, artist, label, or company who uploaded your content on our platform.

• Further legal action, if needed, is to be taken directly between the copyright owner and the infringing party.

📚 5. What Rights Must a Copyright Owner Have?

To file a valid complaint, you must hold exclusive copyright ownership or be legally authorized to act on behalf of the owner. You must possess rights such as:

If you do not own the exclusive rights, your claim may be rejected.

🌍 6. Legal Framework Reference

🏛️ Indian Copyright Act, 1957 (Amended 2012):

• Copyright is automatic upon creation.

• Registration is not mandatory, but helpful as evidence in court.

• Owners have exclusive rights to reproduce, publish, distribute, perform, and monetize their works.

🌐 International Copyright Laws:

• Governed under Berne Convention, WIPO treaties, and TRIPS Agreement.

• Most countries (including India) follow “automatic protection” upon creation.

• Karhari Media respects all international rights and will comply with takedown notices in accordance with DMCA-style standards.

❗ 7. Final Disclaimer – Karhari Media Music’s Role

Karhari Media Music:

• Does not upload or distribute any third-party content independently.

• Acts only as a digital distribution facilitator based on agreements with users.

• Shall not be held responsible or liable for the wrongful use of copyrighted content by our partners or clients.

• Will assist copyright owners to trace the origin of the unauthorized submission.

All content is uploaded by users, artists, labels, or companies who have signed agreements with us, and they are legally responsible for ensuring that the content they submit is original or properly licensed.

📥 8. Need Help? Contact Our Support Team

For further help or queries related to copyright, email us at:

 Contact Email : legal@karharimedia.com

We are committed to protecting the rights of copyright owners and will act quickly and fairly upon all verified complaints.

✅ Summary:

• Karhari Media is a service provider, not a content owner.

• Responsibility lies with the uploading artist, label, or user.

• Copyright owners have full rights to file takedown notices.

• We’ll remove infringing content and share the details of the uploader.

• Legal action must be pursued by the owner, not Karhari Media.

• Contact Us

  Karhari Media Music Pvt. Ltd.
  Email: legal@karharimedia.com