Does Hosting Illegal Content Need DMCA ignored Hosting Feature?

- Anas SiddiquiUpdated On June 25, 2025 04:35 PM

Hosting illegal content in India does not require a “DMCA ignored” hosting feature—in fact, “DMCA ignored” is not a legal or technical term recognized under Indian law. 

Content Type

DMCA Ignored Hosting Needed?

Legal Status in India

Copyright Infringing

Not required, not relevant

Illegal; hosting providers must remove content when notified

Truly Illegal

No

Illegal; criminal penalties apply

Hosting illegal content in India is always illegal, and Indian law, not the DMCA, applies. “DMCA ignored” hosting is irrelevant for illegal content and does not protect against criminal liability under Indian law. Hosting providers must comply with Indian legal requirements and remove illegal content when directed.

NOTE* - WE STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU TO NOT HOST ANY ILLEGAL CONTENT, LEST YOU LAND IN TROUBLE. 

- Jayita EkkaAnswered on June 25, 2025 04:35 PM
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