Sankofapedia:General disclaimer
Disclaimer
This wiki is provided for informational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure that the information on this site is accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the wiki or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained within the wiki for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
No Professional Advice
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Limitation of Liability
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External Links
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Content Accuracy
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Copyright Policy for Sankofapedia
1. Introduction
Sankofapedia is a non-profit project dedicated to sharing historical knowledge for educational purposes. We strive to respect intellectual property rights and copyright laws while using images to enrich our content. This policy explains how we handle copyrighted images and other media on our site.
2. Use of Images and Other Media
We use images and media from a variety of sources, including:
- Public Domain: Images that are in the public domain due to the expiration of copyright or other legal designations.
- Creative Commons (CC) Licensed: Images licensed under Creative Commons that allow for reuse under specific conditions (e.g., attribution, non-commercial use). [1]
- Fair Use: Images that are used under the "fair use" doctrine, particularly when used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, scholarship, or education.
- Permissioned Use: Images for which we have received explicit permission from the copyright holder for use on our site.
3. Attribution of Images
For all images used on Sankofapedia, we make every effort to provide appropriate attribution. The image attribution typically includes:
- The name of the creator (if known) - A link to the source of the image - A reference to the license or usage terms (e.g., “Creative Commons BY-SA”)
If you use images from our site, we request that you provide the same level of attribution where applicable.
4. Fair Use Policy
Under U.S. and international copyright law, fair use allows limited use of copyrighted materials without obtaining permission from the copyright holder. As a non-profit educational site, we may use certain images under the following fair use guidelines:
- Images are used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, or education. - The use is non-commercial in nature. - The portion of the work used is limited to what is necessary for educational or illustrative purposes. - The use does not negatively impact the market value of the original work.
5. Removal of Copyrighted Content
If you are the owner of an image or other media and believe that your copyrighted material has been used without proper permission or falls outside the scope of fair use, please contact us with the following information:
- Your name and contact details. - A description of the work you believe has been infringed. - The URL where the content appears on Sankofapedia. - Proof of ownership of the image or media in question.
Upon receiving a valid notice, we will take prompt action to remove or modify the content in question to comply with copyright laws.
6. Reporting Copyright Infringements
If you believe your work has been used in violation of copyright law, please contact us at:
- Email: contactus@b1initiative.org
- Subject Line: "Copyright Infringement Notice"
We will review and respond to all valid copyright notices in a timely manner.
7. Use of Public Domain and Open-Source Content
We encourage the use of public domain images and media, as well as open-source licensed content, to enhance the quality of our historical content. If an image is clearly marked as public domain, no attribution is required, but we may provide one when known to acknowledge the source and creators.
8. Linking to External Content
For images and other media hosted on external sites, Sankofapedia is not responsible for the content or copyright status of those materials. Users should review the copyright policies of the external sites before using or distributing linked content.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in copyright law or site practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.
10. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this policy or any copyright concerns, please reach out to us at:
- Email: contactus@b1initiative.org
Acceptance of Terms
By using this wiki, you signify your acceptance of this disclaimer. If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please refrain from using Sankofapedia.
If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact the administrators.
This page was last modified on 27 10 2024