Terms of Use & Copyright

Last updated: January 2026

Copyright Disclaimer & DMCA

Visual Content: The majority of films featured on Silent Era (works published before 1929) are in the Public Domain in the United States. We believe our hosting and restoration of these works constitutes fair use for educational, archival, and entertainment purposes.

Audio Content: The background music (Lofi/Ambient beats) used in our videos is either original, licensed, or royalty-free.

Takedown Request: We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you are a copyright holder and believe that any material on silentera.media infringes upon your copyright, please notify us immediately.

Contact for Removal:

Please send a clear description of the work and the URL to: contact@silentera.media .
We will review and remove valid infringing content within 24-48 hours.

1. Website Usage

This website is provided "as is" for entertainment and educational purposes. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or that the site is free of bugs. By using this site, you agree to enjoy the films responsibly and respect the community guidelines.

2. Donations & Refunds

Donations made via the PayPal integration on this site are entirely voluntary gifts to support the maintenance of the server and the development of the archive.

  • Donations do not constitute a purchase of goods or services.
  • Donations are generally non-refundable.
  • We are not responsible for any errors made by the payment processor (PayPal).

3. Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in our blog posts, film dates, and descriptions, historical details regarding the silent film era may vary depending on sources. We welcome corrections and additional trivia from the community via email.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as YouTube source links) or services (like PayPal) that are not owned or controlled by Silent Era. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.