The #1 disclaimer you should never use: “No Copyright Infringement Intended”

If you upload a video on YouTube without having the permission of the owner, you have infringed on someone else’s right. Point blank period. It actually makes no sense to even include a “no copyright infringement intended” disclaimer. By adding that disclaimer, you are saying,

“Hey, I know I don’t have your permission to use your stuff, but I’m going to use it anyways. But just remember, I didn’t intend to use it and steal it without permission though.”

…..an outright confession to stealing right? The disclaimer implies that you are fully aware of using someone’s intellectual property without permission.

Why is the disclaimer so commonly used?

· Many people use the disclaimer without really understanding what it means

· People intend to use it as a notice to state they are not the copyright owner

· People want immediate access to use something & therefore, do not get permission for use; instead, they use the disclaimer as a replacement to “justify” the use

For a variety of those reasons, many people become guilty of infringement. However, although intentions of using the disclaimer might be innocent, that does not justify the act of infringement.

Keep in mind that anything you say, use, or write on the internet can & will be used against you. Legally, using that disclaimer can possibly be used against you if someone sues you for infringement. So, just avoid using it completely.

How can I get permission to use someone else’s property?

In order to use intellectual property that is not yours, do the following:

· Find out the copyright owner. Some owners use third party companies to facilitate leasing opportunities

· Request use of the intellectual property you want to use from the copyright owner (or the third party where applicable)

· Once your request for use is approved, you can use the intellectual property according to the terms/conditions agreed with the copyright owner

Using the phrase “No copyright infringement intended” is literally providing evidence to the whole world that you are using someone else’s property without permission. For more information on copyrights, visit the Federal Copyright Office.

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