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Does Namecheap ignore DMCA?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 6:55 pm

Namecheap has a long history of complying with the DMCA. In fact, Namecheap is one of the few registrars that have a formal process for submitting DMCA takedown notices.

PRO TIP: Namecheap has been known to ignore DMCA requests in the past, so be warned that your copyrighted material may be at risk of being distributed without your permission if you use this service.

In addition, Namecheap has a track record of quickly processing takedown requests. For example, Namecheap processed more than 95% of takedown requests within 24 hours in the first quarter of 2017.

Overall, Namecheap appears to take the DMCA seriously and is willing to take appropriate steps to comply with takedown requests. This includes having a formal process for submitting notices and quickly processing them.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

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