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How to Report Copyright Infringement on Facebook

Facebook infringement typically means someone uploaded your photos, videos, or written content to their profile or Page without permission, or a Page is impersonating your brand.

🕑 Guide last reviewed: July 2026 — Facebook's own process can change; the official link above is always the source of truth.

Facebook runs on the same Meta IP reporting system as Instagram — the same Intellectual Property Reporting Form and review process apply, so the steps here will feel identical if you've reported on Instagram before.

Important: Takedown Wizard provides self-help templates and general information about third-party reporting processes — not legal advice, and using this site doesn't create an attorney-client relationship. We're not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any platform named on this page.

Copyright and trademark law vary by case and jurisdiction. You're solely responsible for the accuracy of anything you submit. If your situation involves significant damages, repeated infringement, or possible litigation, talk to a licensed attorney. See our for details.

Step-by-step process

1

Identify copyright vs. trademark

Copyright covers your original content reused without permission; brand-name or logo confusion is a trademark matter with a separate form.

2

Use Meta's copyright report form

Accessible through the Meta Help Center's copyright article, specific to Facebook content.

3

Provide your evidence

A link to your original work, the exact infringing post or Page URL, and your contact information.

4

Submit and wait for Meta's review

Meta reviews the report, may remove the content or restrict the Page, and notifies the person who posted it.

⏱️ Typical response time: a few business days per Meta's stated process

Frequently Asked Questions About Facebook Takedowns

Usually trademark, since it's about brand confusion rather than a copied original work like a photo or video.
Yes — for confirmed or repeated infringement, Meta may restrict or remove access to the whole Page.
Meta reviews it, may remove the content, and notifies the poster — which can include sharing some of your report details with them.

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