Submitting content removal requests - GitHub Docs Skip to main content GitHub Docs Version: Free, Pro, & Team Search or ask Copilot Search or ask Copilot Select language: current language is English Search or ask Copilot Search or ask Copilot Open menu Collapse sidebar Expand sidebar Scroll breadcrumbs left * Home * Site policy * Content Removal Policies * Submitting content removal requests Scroll breadcrumbs right Site policy * * * GitHub Terms * GitHub Terms of Service * GitHub Corporate Terms of Service * GitHub Terms for Additional Products and Features * GitHub Community Guidelines * GitHub Community Code of Conduct * GitHub Pre-release License Terms * GitHub DPA-Covered Previews * GitHub Sponsors Additional Terms * GitHub Registered Developer Agreement * GitHub Marketplace Terms of Service * GitHub Marketplace Developer Agreement * GitHub Research Program Terms * GitHub Open Source Applications Terms and Conditions * GitHub Event Terms * GitHub Event Code of Conduct * GitHub Educational Use Agreement * GitHub Copilot Extension Developer Policy * GitHub Secret Scanning Partner Program Agreement * Acceptable Use Policies * GitHub Acceptable Use Policies * Active Malware or Exploits * Bullying and Harassment * Disrupting the Experience of Other Users * Doxxing and Invasion of Privacy * Hate Speech and Discrimination * Impersonation * Disinformation Policy * Sexually Obscene Content * Threats of Violence and Gratuitously Violent Content * Terrorism and Violent Extremism Content * CSAM Policy * NCII * Synthetic Media and AI Tools * GitHub Appeal and Reinstatement * Privacy Policies * GitHub General Privacy Statement * GitHub Subprocessors * GitHub Cookies * GitHub Global Data Privacy Notice for Candidates * Other Site Policies * GitHub and Trade Controls * GitHub Deceased User Policy * GitHub Logo Policy * GitHub Government Takedown Policy * GitHub Username Policy * Guidelines for Legal Requests of User Data * GitHub Account Recovery Policy * Content Removal Policies * Submitting content removal requests * DMCA Takedown Policy * GitHub Private Information Removal Policy * GitHub Trademark Policy * Guide to Submitting a DMCA Counter Notice * Guide to Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice * Security Policies * Coordinated Disclosure of Security Vulnerabilities * GitHub Bug Bounty Program Legal Safe Harbor * GitHub SIRT description RFC 2350 * GitHub Company Policies * GitHub Statement Against Modern Slavery and Child Labor * GitHub Anti-Bribery Statement * GitHub GPL Cooperation Commitment * GitHub Gifts and Entertainment Policy Submitting content removal requests Copy as Markdown In this article * DMCA Takedown Policy * GitHub Trademark Policy * GitHub Private Information Removal Policy We understand that copyrighted, trademarked, or private content may get published on GitHub – either accidentally or on purpose – sometimes in repositories that you do not own. Because the nature of this content varies, and because of different applicable laws, each category has its own, distinct reporting requirements outlined in our policies. If you'd like to request that content be removed from GitHub, please take some time to acquaint yourself with each of these policies and their respective reporting requirements before submitting a report. If we receive an incomplete report, we'll need to ask for clarifications or revisions and you’ll need to re-submit a revised report. Please note that we're not able to help you determine which policy is appropriate for your specific situation. If you’ve reviewed the policies below and still have questions about whether or not content should be reported as copyright, trademark, or private information, we recommend consulting with independent legal counsel. DMCA Takedown Policy The DMCA Takedown Policy can be used to report content that you believe infringes a copyright owned by you or your organization. Once you have reviewed the policy, you may also want to review our Guide to Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice before submitting a report. GitHub Trademark Policy The GitHub Trademark Policy can be used to report content that appears to use your company or business name, logo, or other trademark-protected materials in a manner that may mislead or confuse others about brand or business affiliation. GitHub Private Information Removal Policy The GitHub Private Information Removal Policy can be used to report data that is private (confidential and poses a security risk), but that is not necessarily protected by copyright or trademark. Users in India can contact GitHub's Grievance Officer . Help and support Help us make these docs great! All GitHub docs are open source. See something that's wrong or unclear? Submit a pull request. Make a contribution Learn how to contribute Still need help? Ask the GitHub community Contact support Legal * © 2026 GitHub, Inc. * Terms * Privacy * Status * Pricing * Expert services * Blog