| > Seek? In the grand scheme of things asking forgiveness only applies if you're going to not be that transformative That’s not why I said. > something like YouTube's automated copyright strikes might affect you. "Ask Forgiveness" is often a better option. Now you’re talking about platform quirks rather than copyright law. > Fair use is a defense, not a requirement Actually “fair use” is defined by law in a lot of counties. It’s not a defence, it’s a legal right. > You don't need permission to claim fair use; That’s not what I said. > it's a legal defense if you're sued Seeking permission can backfire It’s spelt “defence” (with a C not an S) and the point is you seek permission before distribution, not after Not everything in life follows the “ask for forgiveness not permission” rule ;) > Copyright holders may deny permission even when fair use would apply, creating unnecessary barriers. Copyright holders cannot deny fair use in jurisdictions where fair use laws apply. |