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A Copyright Takedown Notice is a crucial legal instrument used in the UAE when unauthorized use of copyrighted material is discovered, particularly in digital environments. This document is essential when copyright owners or their authorized representatives need to formally request the removal of infringing content from websites, platforms, or other media. The notice must comply with UAE Federal Law No. 7 of 2002 on Copyrights and Neighboring Rights, as amended, and should include specific details about the copyrighted work, the location of the infringing material, and formal declarations required by law. It serves as both a formal demand for content removal and potential evidence in any subsequent legal proceedings, making it a vital tool in protecting intellectual property rights within the UAE jurisdiction.

1. Notice Date and Recipient Details: Date of the notice and complete contact information of the service provider/platform/host receiving the takedown notice

2. Complainant Information: Full identification and contact details of the copyright owner or authorized representative sending the notice

3. Copyrighted Work Description: Detailed description of the copyrighted work(s) being infringed, including registration details if applicable

4. Infringing Material Identification: Specific identification of the allegedly infringing material, including exact locations (URLs, etc.)

5. Good Faith Statement: Declaration that the complaint is made in good faith and that the information provided is accurate

6. Authority Statement: Statement confirming the complainant's authority to act on behalf of the copyright owner

7. Formal Request: Clear statement requesting the removal or disabling of access to the infringing material

8. Contact Information: Complete contact information for further communication regarding the notice