PDFfrog (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a free website that allows users to download PDFs and e-books. We do not own the rights to the materials available on PDFfrog. All content on this website, including texts, images, and other files, is either submitted by users or gathered from publicly available sources online. We share these materials under the belief that they are in the public domain or are posted in accordance with copyright laws such as the U.S. Copyright Fair Use provisions.
Our DMCA Policy
PDFfrog complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) and relevant copyright laws. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. If you believe that material available on PDFfrog infringes your copyright, please follow the instructions below to submit a valid DMCA takedown notice.
Notification of Copyright Infringement
If you are the owner or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner of a copyright, and you believe that any content on PDFfrog violates your rights, you must provide us with a written notice that includes all of the following details:
- Identification of the copyrighted work: Provide a detailed description of the work that you claim has been infringed, including any information (such as a search term or link) that helps us locate the material on our website.
- Evidence of authorization: Show that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- Your contact information: Include your name, address, telephone number, and a valid email address so we can contact you regarding your notice.
- Good faith statement: A declaration that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
- Accuracy statement: A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright that is allegedly infringed.
- Signature: Your electronic or physical signature.
How to Submit a Notice
Please send your DMCA notice to our designated email address: pdffrog[@] gmail . com (remove the brackets and spaces).
We aim to respond to all valid infringement claims within a few days. Please note that contacting our Internet Service Provider or any other party will not expedite the process.
Understanding E-Book and PDF Copyright
We recognize that copyright law was originally developed for printed works, but it applies equally to digital content such as e-books and PDFs. In today’s digital age, the ability to reproduce and distribute content is easier and faster than ever before. While copyright law including fair use provisions allows limited reproduction of materials for criticism, commentary, or educational purposes, the digital environment can sometimes challenge these limits.
- Equal Rights: Copyright for an e-book or PDF is treated the same as for any paper-based work. However, the digital format makes it easier for materials to be shared widely.
- Fair Use and Limitations: While a small portion of a work may legally be reproduced under fair use, the ease of copying in digital formats means that large-scale reproduction may occur unintentionally. PDFfrog believes in balancing the rights of copyright owners with the benefits of open access to information.
- Our Position: PDFfrog does not claim any ownership of the copyrighted material available on our site. We simply provide access to materials that have been made available on the Internet. If you are a copyright owner and believe that your work is being distributed inappropriately, please use our DMCA process above.
Disclaimer
The content on PDFfrog is provided “as is” and is not intended to infringe upon any copyrights. Users are encouraged to verify the copyright status of any material before downloading or using it. PDFfrog is not responsible for any copyright infringements committed by users or third parties. By using our website, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk and that it is your responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable copyright laws.