Intellectual Property & Compliance

DMCA Policy

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Compliance • Last Updated: 2026

1. DMCA Policy Introduction

CuocoFans.com("CuocoFans", "we", "our", or "the website") respects the intellectual property rights of creators, publishers, and copyright owners. We strive to adhere to the requirements of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (Title 17, United States Code, Section 512, "DMCA") and applicable international copyright laws.

As an independent fan and informational resource dedicated to chronicling the career and work of actress Kaley Cuoco, the materials on this website are presented for educational, commentary, review, and historical documentation purposes under the Fair Use doctrine (17 U.S.C. § 107). It is our strict policy to respond promptly to valid notices of alleged copyright infringement in accordance with the DMCA.

2. Copyright Infringement Notification

If you are a copyright owner, or an agent authorized to act on behalf of one, and you believe that any content, image, text, or media accessible on CuocoFans.com infringes upon your copyright, you may submit a formal DMCA takedown notice to our designated contact point.

Upon receipt of a valid, written DMCA notification that meets statutory requirements, we will take appropriate action, which may include removing or disabling access to the allegedly infringing material and notifying the relevant contributor where applicable.

3. Required Information for a DMCA Takedown Notice

To ensure prompt processing under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3), your written notice must include all of the following information:

  • 1. Identification of the Copyrighted Work: A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed, or a representative list of works if multiple items are covered in a single notification.
  • 2. Identification of Allegedly Infringing Material: Specific identification of the material claimed to be infringing, including the exact URL(s) on CuocoFans.com where the material is located so our team can readily find it.
  • 3. Contact Information: Sufficient contact information for the copyright owner or authorized representative, including full legal name, mailing address, telephone number, and valid 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 (such as fair use).
  • 5. Statement of Accuracy under Penalty of Perjury: A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
  • 6. Physical or Electronic Signature: A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf.

4. How to Submit a Copyright Complaint

Please send your complete written DMCA takedown notice through one of our designated contact channels:

Web Contact Form: CuocoFans Official Contact Form (Select subject: "DMCA / Copyright Inquiries")
Direct Email: dmca@cuocofans.com (Designated DMCA Notice Inquiries)

Please note 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 for damages, including attorney fees and legal costs.

5. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that your content was removed or access to it was disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a formal counter-notification in writing under 17 U.S.C. § 512(g)(3).

A valid counter-notification must contain:

  • Your physical or electronic signature.
  • Identification of the material that was removed or disabled and the location at which it appeared prior to removal.
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
  • Your name, address, and telephone number, along with a statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the federal court for your judicial district.

6. Repeat Infringement Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, CuocoFans maintains a policy of taking appropriate action regarding repeat infringers. Where technically applicable, we reserve the right to permanently disable user accounts, terminate submission privileges, and remove content belonging to individuals who repeatedly infringe on the intellectual property rights of others.

7. Disclaimer & Fair Use

CuocoFans is an independent and unofficial fan and informational website. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to Kaley Cuoco, her management, talent agencies, or production entities unless explicitly stated otherwise.

All promotional images, television screen captures, movie stills, and logos referenced on this website remain the exclusive property of their respective studios, broadcasters, photographers, and copyright holders (including CBS, Warner Bros. Television, HBO Max, Peacock, and DC Entertainment). These materials are utilized on CuocoFans strictly under the provisions of the Fair Use doctrine for non-commercial editorial commentary, education, criticism, and fan scholarship.