About Copyright and Fair Use

Overview

This article contains all information required to know for copyright and fair use.

About

Fair Use is the ability to use copyrighted materials without the permission of the copyright holder.  Fair use is NOT a license to freely copy and distribute copyrighted material. 

Minnesota State University, Mankato Library Services has resources available to guide you on the use of copyrighted materials.

Library Services Copyright and fair use

Minnstate Fair Use Checklist

U.S. Copyright Office

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