Notion of Fair Use

Fair use is a legal principle allowing limited use of copyrighted material without permission, for purposes like criticism, commentary, news reporting, education, or research. It balances creators' rights with public interest, considering factors such as the purpose of use, nature of the work, amount used, and impact on the market value. Fair use is context-dependent and aims to promote free expression and innovation while respecting creators’ rights, ensuring that certain uses enhance society without replacing original works.