At DeviantArt, we know copyright is an important and serious topic for a community of artists, authors, and creatives! You'll find our copyright policy linked from the bottom of most pages on DeviantArt.com and can be directly accessed at this URL: http://about.deviantart.com/policy/copyright/

The copyright policy page provides basic information concerning what copyright is and how it works, some basic tips on how to avoid accidentally infringing on the rights of another artist, and attempts to dispel some common misconceptions!

The copyright policy page also outlines how to file a notice of infringement with our staff; DeviantArt fully complies with the procedures laid out in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

We've provided a web form which can assist logged in members in filing a notice with us here.

Copyright and copyright infringement can be a complex and confusing subject. For those who might want to learn more, take a look at this in-depth educational article on the various aspects of copyright and related issues such as fan art, obtaining permission, moral rights, and resolving disputes.