How a case moves from first report to documented outcome
Seven stages, each with a clear owner. Outcomes and timelines depend on the platform, the evidence, the applicable rules and the circumstances of the case; we do not imply that every report will succeed.
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Content or brand infringement is identified
You find a copy, a counterfeit, a fake account or a review that breaks the rules, or a monitoring check surfaces it. A case is created with a reference number such as DDMCA-2026-00041.
Handled byYou, or our monitoringPortal statusCase: Submitted - 2
Evidence is collected
Infringing URLs, your originals, ownership documents and context go into the private evidence library. We capture timestamped screenshots and archived copies, and build comparison sheets.
Handled byYou and DigitalDMCAPortal statusCase: Evidence required → Under review - 3
The case is reviewed
We confirm the rights involved, identify the parties behind each URL (host, registrar, CDN, payment provider, platform) and match each item to a legal basis or platform policy. If something has a weak basis, we say so here.
Handled byDigitalDMCAPortal statusCase: Under review - 4
A report or notice is prepared
Notices and complaints are drafted for the specific recipient, with every required element and the evidence pack attached. You approve the report before it goes out.
Handled byDigitalDMCA, approved by youPortal statusCase: Report prepared → Awaiting client approval - 5
The relevant platform or provider is contacted
The report is submitted through the correct channel: a platform IP form, a designated DMCA agent, a registrar or host abuse desk, or a search engine. Submission is recorded on the timeline only when it actually happens.
Handled byDigitalDMCA as your authorized agentPortal statusCase: Submitted to platform → Awaiting platform response - 6
The case is tracked
Responses, requests for more information and counter-notices are recorded. URLs are re-checked and results verified from clean sessions. You are notified of every change.
Handled byDigitalDMCAPortal statusCase: Awaiting platform response / Additional information required - 7
The outcome is documented
The platform or provider's decision is logged with dates and evidence. Resolved cases move to monitoring where relaunches are likely; rejected items get an explanation and next-step options.
Handled byThe platform decides; we recordPortal statusCase: Resolved / Rejected / Closed
Handling time is not platform time
Our handling time covers investigation, evidence, drafting and filing. Platform time is how long the receiving platform or provider takes to decide, which we do not control. Both are visible on the timeline so you always know which clock is running.
Ready to open a case?
Start with a protection assessment. You will get a written view of the route, the evidence needed and the cost before anything is billed.