Public Display Rights

/ˈpʌblɪk dɪsˈpleɪ raɪts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal rights allowing a person or entity to publicly show or display copyrighted works, such as images or videos, without distributing copies.
    The museum secured the public display rights to exhibit the digital artworks on their website.

Forms

  • public display rights
  • public display right

Commentary

Public display rights are distinct from reproduction or distribution rights and often require specific licensing separate from other exclusive copyright rights.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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