DMCA / Copyright Policy

How copyright ownership works on ListenMode, and how to request removal of material you believe infringes your rights.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

ListenMode respects intellectual property. This page explains how podcast ownership works on our platform and how copyright holders can submit a removal request.

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1. Copyright ownership

Podcast audio, artwork, scripts, music, and other creative materials are generally owned by the people or organizations that created or licensed them.
Submitting or listing a podcast on ListenMode does not transfer ownership to ListenMode.

2. Original publishers

The original publisher is usually the person or organization that first releases the podcast feed or hosts the audio files.
ListenMode may display public metadata about a publisher’s show so listeners can discover it.

3. RSS feeds and Podcast Index

Many podcasts are found through public RSS feeds and directories such as Podcast Index.
These sources help ListenMode learn that a show exists and where episode media URLs point.
Directory listing and metadata indexing are not the same as ListenMode claiming ownership of the show.

4. Metadata

ListenMode may store titles, descriptions, artwork URLs, episode lists, and similar public metadata to power search and podcast pages.
Metadata helps discovery. It does not replace the publisher’s copyright in the underlying audio.

5. Streaming

For catalog and RSS-based shows, ListenMode typically streams audio from the publisher’s media URL.
Temporary caching or proxying may happen when needed for playback reliability or technical compatibility.
Episodes uploaded by creators in Studio are hosted as part of publishing on ListenMode and remain subject to our publishing and removal policies.

6. Content ownership summary

Creators retain ownership of content they publish.
ListenMode receives a limited license to operate, display, and stream content as described in our Terms and Podcast Publishing Policy.
Third-party shows discovered via public feeds remain owned by their rights holders.

7. Removal requests

If you believe material on ListenMode infringes your copyright, you may submit a removal request.
We review complete, good-faith notices and may remove or restrict access to the disputed material.
Incomplete or unverifiable notices may be delayed or declined until we receive enough information.

8. Required information

Your full name and contact information
Your relationship to the copyrighted work (owner or authorized agent)
The podcast or episode URL on ListenMode
A clear description of the copyrighted work and the disputed material
Evidence of ownership or authorization where available
A statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized
A statement that the information in your notice is accurate
Your signature (physical or electronic) or another reasonable identity confirmation

9. How to submit

Email legal and removal requests to abuse@listenmode.ir
General support: support@listenmode.ir
Contact form: https://listenmode.ir/contacts
You may also review the Podcast Publishing Authorization and Content Removal Policy for creator-facing procedures.

10. Response expectations

We aim to acknowledge complete notices within a reasonable time, typically within a few business days.
Complex ownership disputes may take longer while we request clarification or contact the listed publisher.
We may temporarily restrict access while a notice is under review.

11. Counter notices

If your content was removed and you believe the removal was mistaken, you may send a counter notice.
Include your contact details, the affected URL, why the material should be restored, and evidence of your rights or authorization.
Submitting a counter notice does not guarantee restoration.

12. Repeat infringement

ListenMode may suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly publish unauthorized content or receive valid copyright complaints.
We consider the nature, frequency, and severity of each case.

13. How creators contact ListenMode

Creators who publish through Studio should use support channels for account and publishing help.
Ownership disputes, unauthorized claims, and copyright notices should use the legal email above.
Creators must accept the Podcast Publishing Policy before creating a podcast.

Need to send a notice?

Use the contact form for general help, or email abuse@listenmode.ir for copyright removals.