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DMCA Policy of Treasury of Sacred Music, Inc.

Effective Date: April 15, 2026

Website: https://treasuryofsacredmusic.org

Organization: Treasury of Sacred Music, Inc.

Treasury of Sacred Music, Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the intellectual property rights of composers, publishers, and rights holders. Our website, treasuryofsacredmusic.org, operates as a licensed repository of unpublished, copyrighted sacred and liturgical music made available exclusively to subscribing members under agreements with the respective composers and rights holders.

In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”), 17 U.S.C. § 512, we have adopted the following policy for responding to claims of copyright infringement.

1. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that material available on treasuryofsacredmusic.org infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA takedown notice to our Designated Copyright Agent. All such claims will be taken under advisement by the Board of Directors in accordance with this policy.

Your notice must include all the following information, as required by 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3):

  • A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf
  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
  • Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including its location on our website (URL or member-accessible location)
  • Your contact information, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address
  • A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf

Incomplete notices may not be processed.

2. Designated Copyright Agent

Treasury of Sacred Music, Inc.

Attn: DMCA Agent, PO Box 21594, Eagan, MN 55121

Email: admin@treasuryofsacredmusic.org

3. Response to Takedown Notices

Upon receiving valid DMCA notice, we will:

  • Review the claim
  • Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
  • Notify the subscriber or account holder who posted or accessed the material
  • Take additional steps as required under the DMCA

Because we distribute copyrighted works under license from composers, removal of material may require verification of licensing status. We will act promptly while ensuring accuracy.

4. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that material removed or disabled because of a DMCA notice was taken down in error or is permitted under applicable law, you may submit a counter-notification.

Your counter-notification must include:

  • Your physical or electronic signature
  • Identification of the material that has been removed or disabled and its prior location
  • A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the material was removed or disabled because of mistake or misidentification
  • Your name, address, telephone number, and email address
  • A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the federal courts in the State of Minnesota and agreeing to accept service of process from the original complainant

Upon receiving a valid counter-notification, we may restore the material unless the original complainant files a court action within 10–14 business days.

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

We reserve the right to terminate, suspend, or restrict access for any subscriber or user who is determined to be a repeat infringer under the DMCA or who repeatedly violates our licensing agreements or Terms of Service.

6. Misrepresentations

The DMCA imposes liability for knowingly submitting false claims. Any party who knowingly misrepresents infringement or misidentification may be liable for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees.

7. Licensed and Restricted Content

Most works available on treasuryofsacredmusic.org are:

  • Unpublished
  • Under copyright
  • Provided to us under explicit license agreements with composers and rights holders
  • Accessible only to authorized subscribing members

Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or public posting of licensed works is strictly prohibited and may result in account termination and legal action.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this DMCA Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” above reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.