Tag: fair use
How to Delete Images and Files on Wikipedia: Policy & Process Guide
Learn how to properly delete images and files on Wikipedia. This guide covers speedy vs. discussion deletions, copyright traps, and best practices to avoid unnecessary removals.
Visuals and Maps in Wikipedia Breaking News: Sourcing and Licensing Guide
Learn how to correctly source and license maps and visuals for Wikipedia breaking news articles. Avoid copyright pitfalls and master fair use templates.
Policy Divergence: How Fair Use and BLP Rules Differ Across Wikipedias
Discover how Fair Use and BLP rules differ across multilingual Wikipedias. Learn why copyright policies vary by region and how to navigate these legal nuances as an editor or researcher.
Legal Risks: Database Rights, Fair Use, and AI Trained on Wikipedia
Explore the legal clash between Wikipedia and AI giants over data rights. Learn how fair use, database rights, and licenses shape the future of generative AI.
Understanding Wikipedia's Copyright and Licensing Policy
Explore the legal framework of Wikipedia, from Creative Commons and Fair Use to the rules against copyright infringement that keep the world's largest wiki free.
API Rate Limits and Fair Use for Wikipedia Developers
Wikipedia's API is free to use, but strict rate limits ensure fair access for all developers. Learn how to stay within limits, avoid blocks, and use alternatives like data dumps for heavy usage.
Legal and Ethical Risks of Copying Wikipedia Text in News Articles
Copying Wikipedia text into news articles may seem harmless, but it carries real legal and ethical risks. Journalists who do this risk copyright violations, loss of credibility, and even lawsuits. Here's how to use Wikipedia safely-and why you shouldn't treat it as a source.
