International & Pakistani Law Support for Listing Anime Streaming Websites
[Before any Confusion Read International Law Position on Linking]
This page is published as an informational directory of anime streaming platforms, including premium and free websites, and is structured to comply with international copyright law and Pakistani legal frameworks. The purpose of this legal guide is to clarify why listing such websites is lawful, permissible, and protected under globally recognized legal principles when conducted in a neutral, non-hosting, and non-infringing manner.
International Copyright Law Compliance (Primary Authority)
Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
Under the Berne Convention, copyright protection applies to anime as an audiovisual artistic work. However, the Convention does not prohibit the act of referencing, indexing, or listing third-party platforms that may host or stream such content.
✔ Listing website names without hosting or distributing content does not constitute copyright infringement.
WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT)
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) recognizes that copyright infringement occurs only when a party:
- Hosts copyrighted material
- Distributes copies
- Publicly transmits content without authorization
This page:
- Does not host anime files
- Does not stream or embed media
- Does not control third-party content
Therefore, it remains compliant with WIPO standards.
TRIPS Agreement (WTO)
The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) protects rights holders while also allowing:
- Informational use
- Indexing and cataloging
- Public references without reproduction
✔ Merely naming or categorizing anime websites does not violate TRIPS provisions.
DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act – United States)
Although a U.S. statute, the DMCA is widely used as an international compliance benchmark.
Under DMCA Safe Harbor (17 U.S.C. §512):
- Websites are protected if they do not host copyrighted material
- Act as passive intermediaries
- Respond to takedown notices when required
This page:
- Hosts no copyrighted anime
- Provides no direct downloads
- Functions only as a directory and informational guide
✔ This qualifies for DMCA Safe Harbor protection.
Pakistani Law Compliance (Secondary Authority)
Copyright Ordinance, 1962 (Pakistan)
Under Pakistan’s Copyright Ordinance, 1962, infringement occurs only when a party:
- Reproduces copyrighted work
- Distributes copies
- Communicates content to the public without authorization
This page:
- Does not reproduce anime
- Does not distribute content
- Does not upload, mirror, or store media
✔ Merely listing external websites is not defined as infringement under Pakistani law.
Electronic Transactions Ordinance (ETO), 2002
The ETO, 2002 supports lawful online publishing and recognizes the legitimacy of:
- Informational websites
- Indexing services
- Content directories
As this page serves as an informational guide, it is lawfully published under Pakistani digital regulations.
Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016
The PECA Act targets:
- Unauthorized access
- Data interference
- Cybercrime activities
This page:
- Does not promote hacking
- Does not bypass security
- Does not encourage illegal downloads
✔ Therefore, it does not violate PECA, 2016.
Legal Position on Free Anime Streaming Site Listings
It is important to clarify:
- Listing or mentioning third-party websites does not equal endorsement
- Licensing responsibility lies with the respective platform operators
- Content availability and legality may vary by region
This page operates strictly as:
- A neutral informational index
- A language-based categorization guide
- A non-commercial reference resource
Disclaimer & Rights Holder Notice
Disclaimer:
This website does not host, upload, stream, or distribute any anime content. All trademarks, logos, and content rights belong to their respective owners. Website listings are provided strictly for informational purposes. If any rights holder believes a listed site infringes their copyright, they may contact the respective platform directly or submit a formal notice under applicable copyright laws.