Copyright FAQs - What Exactly is the Significance of the Copyright Symbol
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Copyright FAQs: Understanding the Importance of the Copyright Symbol
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This article provides insights into copyright notices and the role of the copyright symbol.
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The global copyright system operates under two major international conventions: the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works and the Universal Copyright Convention. While most European and Commonwealth countries adhere to the Berne Convention, the US initially followed the Universal Copyright Convention before joining the Berne Convention in 1989.
Under the Universal Copyright Convention, a work created by an individual from a member country, or first published in one, can claim copyright protection. This protection requires a specific copyright notice, including the copyright symbol, the owner's name, and the year of first publication, displayed prominently. For example: "© Kaltons Internet and Technology Solicitors 2002."
In contrast, the Berne Convention provides protection in all member countries without the need for such formalities or the copyright symbol.
Historically, before the US joined the Berne Convention, using the copyright symbol was crucial for copyright recognition under the Universal Copyright Convention. Although the Universal Copyright Convention has been largely replaced by treaties that don’t demand formalities, the copyright symbol still serves an important purpose. While it may have limited legal impact today, displaying the symbol clearly indicates a claim to copyright, preventing any assumptions of an implied license for use.
For additional information, visit [Kaltons Internet and Technology Solicitors](http://www.kaltons.co.uk).
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