Last Modified on May 23, 2025
Lighthouse.lgbt (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects the intellectual property rights of all individuals and expects our users to do the same. Since 2017, our platform has empowered the LGBTQ+ community through Stories, Events, and Healthcare Blog categories, and we are committed to protecting the creative contributions of our users and partners. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”), we have established procedures to address claims of copyright infringement on our website at http://lighthouse.lgbt. This policy explains how we handle such claims to maintain a respectful and inclusive community.
Reporting Claimed Copyright Infringement
If you believe content on lighthouse.lgbt, such as user-submitted stories, event images, or healthcare blog media, infringes your copyright, you can file a written complaint with our designated contact. Please send your notice to support@lighthouse.lgbt with the following details:
- Identification of the Work: A description of the copyrighted work you believe has been infringed.
- Infringing Material: The specific location (e.g., URL) of the allegedly infringing content on our site.
- Your Contact Information: Your name, address, phone number, and email address.
- Statement of Good Faith: A statement that you believe, in good faith, the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, their agent, or the law.
- Accuracy and Authority: A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.
- Signature: Your physical or electronic signature.
For example, if a 2024 pride event photo in our Events category infringes your rights, provide the exact post URL and proof of ownership. We will review and address your claim promptly, potentially removing or disabling access to the content in question.
Images and Media Content
All images and media on lighthouse.lgbt, including user-submitted photos in Stories or graphics in Healthcare Blog, are protected by copyright under our DMCA Policy. Unauthorized copying, reproduction, or use of this content without written permission from the copyright owner is prohibited. If we discover our media, such as a 2023 pride-themed image, used elsewhere without approval, we may pursue legal action, including requesting removal of the infringing content. Contributors are encouraged to submit original or licensed media, as outlined in our Submit Your Story guidelines, to ensure compliance.
Counter-Notification
If you believe your content was mistakenly removed or disabled due to an error or misidentification, you can submit a counter-notification to support@lighthouse.lgbt. Your counter-notification must include:
- Details of Removed Material: A description of the content removed or disabled, including its location (e.g., URL) on lighthouse.lgbt before removal.
- Contact Information: Your name, address, phone number, and email address.
- Statement of Belief: A statement that you believe the removal was a mistake or misidentification, with supporting reasoning.
- Consent to Jurisdiction: A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of a federal court in the district where you reside (or a relevant district if outside the US).
- Signature: Your physical or electronic signature.
For instance, if a 2024 story submission was removed in error, provide its title and original URL. We will review your counter-notification and may restore the content if appropriate, ensuring fairness for our LGBTQ+ contributors.
Modifications to This Policy
We may update this DMCA Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Updates take effect immediately upon posting on this page. By continuing to use lighthouse.lgbt after changes, you agree to the revised policy. Significant updates, such as new reporting procedures, will be noted here for transparency.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this DMCA Policy, please contact us at support@lighthouse.lgbt. Our team is committed to addressing your inquiries promptly, supporting our mission to create a safe, inclusive platform for the LGBTQ+ community since 2017.
