How do I reference a Google map image?

The required elements for referencing from Google Maps is: Map publisher (origin), Year of publication. Created map title, Scale. Source [online] Available through Library website [Accessed date].

Can you use copyrighted material if you reference it?

You may only use copyrighted material as the law allows and must clearly cite the source; otherwise, you could be subject to a fine. If you are using copyrighted material in your business, such as part of a training manual or a company brochure, be sure you use and cite it properly.

What works do you need permission to use?

The doctrine of fair use makes it legally permissible for you to use a copyrighted work without permission for purposes such as commentary, criticism, parody, news reporting, and scholarly works. Whether or not your use is lawful usually depends upon how different or “transformative” your use is from the original.

How do I change an image to avoid copyright?

The only way to avoid copyright infringement is to create original work or by getting permission to use it. Ultimately the only way to know that you have changed enough of the copyrighted image is to get sued. Once in court, the judge will decide if there was enough change between the original work and yours.

How do you know if a work is copyrighted?

You can search through copyright files by visiting the Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov/records (see Figure 2, below). All copyright information is located in the Public Catalog (click “Search Public Catalog”) which contains information about works registered since January 1978.

Is it legal to copy text from a website?

At first glance, it may seem as if it’s perfectly legal to copy content from a website. But is it? The short answer to this question is “no,” unless you’ve obtained the author’s permission. In fact, virtually all digital content enjoys the same copyright protections as non-digital, “offline” content.