19. How to Legally Share Content (Don’t be a Copycat!)

We all want to create and share content respectfully and properly online. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to draw the line between inspiration and imitation. Let’s go over some of the basics of copyright law, what it is, what content falls under that category, and how you can use other peoples’ content, legally. I also discuss the fair use exception, what it is, and what content falls under it.In this episode, you'll hear… 04:56 - Understanding the gray areas of copyright law07:11 - What content falls under copyright law10:38 - How you can use someone else’s work legally15:48 - Fair use laws and how to use them22:35 - Making sure you have something original to sayRESOURCES:How to Legally Share Content [blog post] - https://www.samvanderwielen.com/how-to-legally-share-content/Copyright Basics PDF from US Copyright Office - https://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ01.pdfFair Use Guide - https://www.copyright.gov/fair-use/Episode 1. Community Over Competition is BS: Tips to Navigate Your Competition in a Healthier WayCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond BusinessTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER