DMCA Policy

Last updated: July 16, 2026

IGsty respects the intellectual-property rights of creators, photographers, artists, businesses, publishers, and other copyright owners.

This DMCA Policy explains how a copyright owner or an authorised representative can report material that they believe infringes their copyright. It also explains how a person affected by a removal decision may submit a counter-notification when they believe material was removed because of a mistake or incorrect identification.

IGsty provides a browser-based tool that helps users process links to supported, publicly available Instagram media. The service may support public videos, Reels, photos, Stories, Highlights, carousel posts, and longer videos. Read the IGsty DMCA Policy to learn how copyright owners can report alleged infringement, submit a valid takedown notice, or send a counter-notification.

The fact that content is publicly visible on Instagram does not mean that it is free from copyright protection. A creator may still control how their photo, video, music, artwork, writing, or other original work is copied, shared, edited, distributed, or used commercially.

Users should only download content they created, content they have permission to save, or material they are otherwise legally allowed to access.

1. Our Commitment to Copyright Protection

IGsty does not encourage copyright infringement, unauthorised copying, content theft, impersonation, or the commercial use of another person’s work without permission.

Users are expected to respect:

  • Copyright laws
  • Trademark rights
  • Privacy rights
  • Publicity rights
  • Creator permissions
  • Platform rules
  • Other applicable laws and regulations

Downloading a file does not transfer ownership of that file or give the downloader permission to repost, sell, modify, license, publish, or distribute it.

Giving credit to a creator may be respectful, but credit alone does not always replace the need to receive permission.

When IGsty receives a valid copyright complaint, we may investigate the reported material or link and take reasonable action. Depending on the situation, this may include removing a reference, disabling access through our service, restricting related functionality, or taking other appropriate steps.

2. What Is the DMCA?

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act, commonly called the DMCA, is a United States copyright law that includes a process for reporting allegedly infringing material available through online services.

Under this process, an eligible copyright owner or authorised representative may send a written takedown notice to a service provider’s designated DMCA agent.

A valid notice must contain specific information. It is not enough to send a short message saying that content was copied or that a post should be removed.

A copyright registration is not normally required before sending a DMCA takedown notice. However, the person submitting the notice must either own the copyright or be authorised to act for the copyright owner.

This policy is provided for general information and does not constitute legal advice. Anyone who is unsure About Us, their copyright rights, fair use, licensing, or a DMCA request should consider speaking with a qualified lawyer.

3. IGsty Does Not Own Instagram Content

IGsty does not claim ownership of photos, videos, Reels, Stories, music, captions, logos, or other content published by Instagram users.

The original content remains subject to the rights of its creator, copyright owner, licence holder, or other applicable rights holder.

IGsty is also not owned, operated, sponsored, approved, or endorsed by Instagram or Meta. Instagram and Meta have their own systems for reporting copyright concerns involving content hosted on their platforms.

A request sent to IGsty can only address material, links, references, or functionality available through IGsty. We cannot guarantee the removal of the original post from Instagram or another third-party service.

To request removal of the original Instagram post, the copyright owner may also need to use Instagram’s official copyright-reporting process.

4. Before Submitting a Copyright Complaint

Before sending a DMCA notice, please make sure that:

  • You own the copyrighted work or are authorised to represent its owner.
  • You have identified the correct work.
  • The reported material can be located through IGsty.
  • You have considered whether the use may be authorised.
  • You have considered whether an exception, licence, or legal doctrine may apply.
  • The information in your complaint is complete and accurate.

A DMCA notice should not be used simply because:

  • You dislike the content.
  • You appear in a photograph you did not create.
  • Someone criticised you or your business.
  • A post uses a similar idea or style.
  • You are involved in a personal disagreement.
  • You want an account removed for a reason unrelated to copyright.
  • You own a trademark but not the copyright in the reported work.

Copyright normally protects original creative expression rather than general ideas, facts, methods, or concepts.

Being shown in a photo or video does not automatically make you its copyright owner. Privacy Policy, harassment, impersonation, defamation, or trademark concerns may require a different reporting process.

5. How to Submit a DMCA Takedown Notice

To report alleged copyright infringement, send a written notice to the designated DMCA agent listed near the end of this policy.

Your notice must include substantially all of the following information:

A. Your Signature

Provide your physical or electronic signature.

An electronic signature may include your typed legal name, provided that it is intended to serve as your signature.

B. Identification of the Copyrighted Work

Clearly identify the copyrighted work you believe has been infringed.

Your description should be detailed enough for us to understand what you own. You may include:

  • The title of the work
  • The name of its creator
  • The original publication date
  • A link to the authorised original
  • A copyright registration number, when available
  • A representative list when several works are involved

C. Identification of the Reported Material

Identify the material, link, reference, or activity that you claim is infringing and that you want removed or disabled.

Include information that is reasonably sufficient for us to locate it. This should normally include the exact IGsty page, result, or URL involved.

A link to your original content alone is not enough. We also need to know where the allegedly infringing material is accessible through IGsty.

D. Your Contact Information

Provide information that allows us to contact you, including:

  • Your full legal name
  • Your mailing address
  • Your telephone number
  • Your email address

When submitting a notice for a company or client, also identify the copyright owner and explain your authority to act for that party.

E. Good-Faith Statement

Include a statement confirming that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorised by the copyright owner, the owner’s agent, or the law.

F. Accuracy and Authority Statement

Include a statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or are authorised to act for the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

All six elements are important. The U.S. Copyright Office identifies these as the main requirements of an effective takedown notice.

What Happens After We Receive a Notice?

After receiving a DMCA notice, we may:

  1. Confirm that the notice includes the required information.
  2. Ask the sender for missing or unclear details.
  3. Review the identified material or link.
  4. Remove or disable access to the material when appropriate.
  5. Notify the affected user or party where required.
  6. Provide information about the counter-notification process.
  7. Keep a record of the complaint and our response.
  8. Take action against repeated misuse of the service.

We aim to respond to complete, good-faith notices reasonably and without unnecessary delay.

Submitting a notice does not guarantee that content will be removed. We may reject or request clarification of a notice that is incomplete, inaccurate, unrelated to copyright, abusive, fraudulent, or directed at material we cannot identify or control.

We may also forward a copy of the notice, including the claimant’s contact information, to the affected party or another service provider where reasonably necessary to process the request.

Counter-Notification Procedure

A person whose material or access has been removed may submit a counter-notification when they honestly believe the action resulted from a mistake or misidentification.

A valid counter-notification must be a written communication and include:

  • The sender’s physical or electronic signature
  • Identification of the removed or disabled material
  • The location where the material appeared before removal
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that the sender has a good-faith belief that the material was removed because of mistake or misidentification
  • The sender’s full name
  • The sender’s address
  • The sender’s telephone number
  • Consent to the jurisdiction of the appropriate United States Federal District Court
  • A statement agreeing to accept service of process from the original complainant or the complainant’s agent

For a person located outside the United States, the jurisdiction statement generally refers to a federal judicial district in which the service provider may be found. These requirements come from 17 U.S.C. §512(g).

Counter-notifications should be sent to the same designated DMCA agent listed below.

Restoration After a Counter-Notification

When we receive a valid counter-notification, we may send it to the person who submitted the original complaint.

Under the DMCA process, removed material may be restored between 10 and 14 business days after a valid counter-notification is received, unless the original complainant informs the service provider that a court action has been filed seeking to stop the alleged infringement.

Restoration is not automatic in every situation. IGsty may keep material restricted when required by law, court order, another policy, a separate legal complaint, a security concern, or technical limitations.

False or Misleading Notices

DMCA notices and counter-notifications are legal statements.

Under 17 U.S.C. §512(f), a person who knowingly makes a material misrepresentation that content is infringing or that content was removed by mistake may be responsible for damages, costs, and legal fees.

Do not submit a DMCA request to:

  • Harass another person
  • Silence criticism
  • Remove lawful competition
  • Make a false ownership claim
  • Obtain someone’s personal information
  • Pressure someone in an unrelated dispute
  • Target lawful, licensed, or authorised use

We may reject abusive notices and take reasonable action against people who repeatedly misuse our reporting process.

Repeat Infringer Policy

IGsty may restrict or terminate access for users who repeatedly use the service to infringe copyright or who repeatedly submit content in violation of this policy.

Actions may include:

  • Blocking particular links
  • Disabling access to affected functionality
  • Restricting technical identifiers
  • Limiting service access
  • Rejecting future requests
  • Taking other reasonable measures

Section 512 requires qualifying service providers to adopt and reasonably implement a policy for repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances.

We may consider the number, nature, accuracy, and seriousness of complaints, as well as any valid counter-notifications or evidence of authorisation.

Privacy and DMCA Requests

Information submitted in a DMCA notice or counter-notification may be shared with:

  • The affected user
  • The original complainant
  • Hosting or technical providers
  • Legal advisers
  • Government authorities
  • Courts
  • Other parties needed to review the dispute

Do not include sensitive information that is not required for the request.

However, the DMCA requires certain contact details. People who do not want to disclose their personal address or telephone number may consider appointing an attorney or authorised agent to submit the notice on their behalf.

Other Copyright and Legal Requests

Not every content dispute qualifies as a DMCA complaint.

For concerns involving:

  • Trademark infringement
  • Impersonation
  • Privacy
  • Defamation
  • Harassment
  • Non-consensual intimate content
  • Personal data
  • Fraud
  • Court orders

Please use the appropriate contact or legal-reporting method and clearly explain the nature of the concern.

Do not label a request “DMCA” unless it relates to copyright ownership or an exclusive copyright right.

Changes to This Policy

IGsty may update this DMCA Policy when its services, reporting process, Contact Us details, or legal responsibilities change.

The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Continued use of the website after an update means that the current version of the policy will apply to future copyright complaints.

Designated DMCA Agent

Send complete DMCA takedown notices and counter-notifications to:

Designated Agent: [Insert agent’s name, title, or department]
Service Provider/Legal Operator: [Insert full legal name]
Website: igstypro.com
Mailing Address: [Insert complete mailing address]
Telephone: [Insert telephone number]
Email: [Insert dedicated DMCA email address]

Notices sent through social media comments, unrelated email addresses, or general advertising enquiries may not reach the designated agent and may delay review.

Final Reminder

IGsty respects copyright and expects its users to do the same.

Only download media you created, content you have permission to save, or material you are legally entitled to access. Never assume that a publicly available Instagram post is free to copy or reuse.

Copyright owners who believe their work is being accessed through IGsty without authorisation should send a complete notice containing all information required by this policy. Affected users who believe material was removed because of a genuine mistake may use the counter-notification process.