What is Creative Commons?
Creative Commons licenses give authors, artists, and educators the ability to share their work while retaining certain rights. These licenses allow the public to use, modify, and build upon the original creation as long as they credit the original author and comply with the specified terms. The licenses span a spectrum from more restrictive options that only permit non-commercial use to more permissive ones that allow commercial and derivative works. This flexibility enables creators to choose the level of sharing and control that aligns with their preferences, fostering collaboration and innovation
Highlights
- Allows public to use, modify, and build upon original creations
- Provides range of license options with varying levels of sharing and control
- Enables creators to select terms that match their preferences
- Facilitates collaboration and innovation through flexible copyright framework