The Scenario
You browse Etsy and see a shop called "DigitalArtGB" selling t-shirts with your exact design on them.
THE PROBLEM:
They claim they made it. It's your word against theirs.Usually, this is hard to fight. But because you Vaulted the image, you have Mathematical Priority.
The Vulta Advantage
- The TimestampYour Blockchain Record proves you had the file on Nov 27. The thief listed it on Dec 5. You win by default.
- The Forensic HashEven if they cropped it, the Vulta Certificate links the visual data (pHash) back to your original master file.
Step-by-Step Takedown Protocol
1
Gather Your Evidence
Go to your Vulta Dashboard and download the PDF Certificate for the stolen image.
- Copy the Blockchain Transaction URL.
- Copy the SHA-256 Hash.
2
Locate the Report Tool
Every major platform has a dedicated form. Do not just email support; use the legal forms.
3
The "Magic Words"
In the "Proof of Ownership" or "Description" field, copy and paste the template below.
This connects your legal claim directly to the immutable blockchain record.
DMCA Copy-Paste Template
[Your Name/Company Name] is the original creator and copyright holder of the work listed below.
EVIDENCE OF OWNERSHIP:
This asset was forensically registered in the Vulta IP Vault prior to the infringing listing.
- Registration Date (UTC): [Insert Date from Vulta PDF]
- Blockchain Record (Immutable Proof): [Insert Polygon/Sepolia URL]
- Cryptographic SHA-256 Hash: [Insert Hash]
The infringing URL listed below is using my copyrighted work without license or permission. I have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
Pro Tip: Don't forget to replace the [Bracketed Text] with your specific data found on your Vulta Certificate.