Can I Use That In My Genealogy? What You Should Know About Copyright
Summary Details
Length: 60 minutes
Summary: Are you aware that certain documents and photos that are part of your family history research may be restricted by copyright? Don’t panic – you can still use them in your genealogy! But understand how to determine if an item is copyrighted and how it can and can’t be used.
Learn the basics of US copyright law and how you can still use copyrighted items such as document, articles and photographs as part of your genealogy research.
Audience Level: Beginner
Handout: 4 page handout
Outline
- What Is Copyright?
- Why Does Copyright Matter to Genealogists?
- How to Determine Copyright Status
- Examples of Proper and Improper Usage of Materials
- Glossary
- Links
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