Anti‑Spam & DMCA Policy — New York Is My Happy Place
Effective Date: February 2026
Last Updated: February 2026
This Anti‑Spam & DMCA Policy (“Policy”) explains your rights and obligations concerning unsolicited communications (spam) and copyright infringement relating to New York Is My Happy Place (“we,” “us,” “our”) and our website nyismyhappyplace.com (“Site”). This Policy applies to all users of the Site, including visitors, contributors, subscribers, commenters, and third‑party service providers.
By accessing or using the Site, or submitting content to the Site, you agree to comply with this Policy and all applicable laws.
1. Anti‑Spam Policy
1.1 Purpose and Scope
We strictly prohibit “spam” — unauthorized, deceptive, or intrusive electronic messages — whether sent from our Site or by users of our Site.
“Spam” includes, but is not limited to:
Unsolicited bulk email or commercial messages
Misleading subject headings or false sender information
Unauthorized advertising or promotional messages
Distribution of malware, phishing attempts, or malicious links
This policy applies to all forms of electronic communication facilitated by the Site, including:
Email newsletters
Comment notifications
Contact form submissions
User‑to‑user messaging (if applicable)
1.2 Compliance with Laws
We comply with applicable anti‑spam laws, including (but not limited to):
CAN‑SPAM Act (USA)
CASL (Canada’s Anti‑Spam Legislation)
EU ePrivacy Directive / GDPR where applicable
Other jurisdictional anti‑spam regulations
1.3 Consent and Opt‑In
We send marketing and promotional emails only to individuals who have expressly opted in to receive them. You may withdraw consent or opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us directly at hello@nyismyhappyplace.com.
1.4 Subscriber Rights
Opt‑out requests are processed promptly and in accordance with applicable legal requirements. If you continue to receive messages after opting out, please contact us so we can investigate and resolve the issue.
1.5 Prohibited Actions
Users and third parties may not:
Use our Site to harvest email addresses, phone numbers, or personal data for spam
Send unsolicited commercial messages through Site features
Include unauthorized affiliate or referral links in comments, profiles, or user content
Send multiple duplicative or repetitive messages intended to overwhelm the Site or its users
Violation of this Anti‑Spam Policy may result in:
Removal of content
Suspension or termination of Site access
Reporting to applicable authorities
2. DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) Policy
2.1 Copyright Protection
We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same. Pursuant to the U.S. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) and similar international laws, we will respond to notices of alleged infringement and take appropriate action in accordance with the law.
2.2 Content Subject to DMCA
This Policy applies to:
Text
Images
Videos
Audio
Downloads
Any other material displaying protected content
2.3 Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used or copied on the Site in a way that constitutes infringement, please provide a DMCA Notice containing the following information:
A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or an authorized agent
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, including its location on the Site (URL)
Contact information (address, phone number, and email) of the complaining party
A statement that you have a good‑faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, agent, or law
A statement that the information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner’s behalf
Please send DMCA Notices to:
Email: hello@nyismyhappyplace.com
Mailing Address:
New York Is My Happy Place
14 53rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11232
United States
2.4 Counter‑Notification
If you believe that content removed or disabled as a result of a DMCA Notice was removed in error, you may send a Counter‑Notification containing:
Your physical or electronic signature
Identification of the removed content and its location before removal
A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good‑faith belief the content was removed due to mistake or misidentification
Your name, address, phone number, and email address
A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court for the judicial district where your address is located, or another appropriate forum
Send Counter‑Notifications to:
Email: hello@nyismyhappyplace.com
Mailing Address:
New York Is My Happy Place
14 53rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11232
United States
Upon receipt, we will forward the Counter‑Notification to the original complainant. If the complainant does not file a court action seeking a court order against the content provider, we may restore the content.
2.5 Repeat Infringer Policy
We comply with the DMCA and will terminate the accounts or access privileges of users who are deemed repeat infringers where appropriate.
2.6 Non‑DMCA Content
Some jurisdictions have similar laws (e.g., EU Copyright Directive) that may apply to content not covered under the DMCA. We will make reasonable efforts to address legitimate copyright claims under applicable laws.
3. Enforcement and Remedies
Failure to comply with this Policy may result in one or more of the following actions, at our discretion:
Removal or disabling of content
Suspension or termination of access
Reporting to law enforcement or regulatory authorities
Legal action for damages or injunction
4. Disclaimer of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, New York Is My Happy Place, its owners, employees, agents, and affiliates are not liable for any damages, losses, or expenses arising from:
Unauthorized use of the Site by third parties
Misuse of content by users
Direct or indirect consequences of spam or copyright disputes
5. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Anti‑Spam & DMCA Policy, need to submit a DMCA Notice or Counter‑Notification, or have general concerns, contact us at:
Email: hello@nyismyhappyplace.com
Address:
New York Is My Happy Place
14 53rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11232
United States
6. Policy Changes
We may update this Policy at any time. The “Effective Date” at the top reflects the most recent revision. By continuing to use the Site after changes are posted, you agree to be bound by the updated Policy.