top of page

Ebook Copyright: What You Need to Know

Ebook copyright is a form of intellectual property that protects the rights of authors and publishers of digital books. Under copyright law, the creator of an original work has the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, and sell that work. This includes ebooks. When an author creates an ebook, they automatically own the copyright to that work. However, authors may choose to transfer some or all of their copyright rights to a publisher through a contract. Publishers, in turn, have the right to reproduce and distribute the ebook, and to control its distribution through digital rights management (DRM) technology. In order to use an ebook, readers must typically agree to a license agreement, which sets out the terms under which they may access and use the book. These terms may include restrictions on copying and sharing the ebook. It's important for authors and publishers to understand their rights and responsibilities under copyright law, as well as how to protect their ebooks from unauthorized use. In case of any copyright infringement, legal action can be taken. In short, ebook copyright is similar to the traditional copyright, it provides the rights to the authors and publishers of digital books, including the right to reproduce, distribute, and sell the work.

 
 
 

Recent Posts

See All

Comentarios


©2025. Elite Publishing Company.

bottom of page