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At What is Thought, we uphold a strong commitment to honoring intellectual property rights and fostering fair use of content on our platform. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our copyright and fair use policy.
Copyright
All content on whatisthought.au, which includes text, images, videos, and other media, enjoys protection under copyright law. This implies that the original creators or copyright holders possess exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works based on their original content. This protection is automatic upon creation and persists for the creator’s lifetime plus a certain number of years.
Fair Use
What is Thought acknowledges the significance of fair use in promoting creativity, education, and the exchange of ideas. Fair use permits the use of copyrighted material under specific circumstances without obtaining permission or making payment to the copyright holder. Common fair use scenarios encompass criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.
Factors in Fair Use
When evaluating fair use, What is Thought considers four key factors:
- Purpose and Character of the Use: Non-profit, educational, and transformative uses are more likely to be considered fair.
- Nature of the Copyrighted Work: Factual or published works are generally more conducive to fair use.
- Amount and Substantiality of the Portion Used: Using a small, less significant portion of the work is more likely to be fair.
- Effect on the Market: Fair use should not undermine the market for the original work.
Our Commitment
What is Thought is devoted to upholding copyright law and promoting fair use principles. If you believe that any content on our website infringes on your copyright or if you have questions about fair use, please contact us at [Your Contact Email]. We will promptly address and resolve any legitimate concerns.
By using whatisthought.au, you agree to adhere to this copyright and fair use policy. We appreciate your cooperation in building a respectful and collaborative online community.
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