What is Creative Commons and how does it work?

What is Creative Commons and how does it work?

Creative Commons is a nonprofit organization that provides free licenses for creators to share their work legally. It allows others to use, share, and build upon the work while giving credit to the original creator.

What are the different types of Creative Commons licenses?

There are six main types of Creative Commons licenses: Attribution, Attribution-ShareAlike, Attribution-NoDerivs, Attribution-NonCommercial, Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike, and Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs. Each has different permissions and restrictions.

Can I use Creative Commons licensed work for commercial purposes?

It depends on the specific license. Some licenses allow commercial use, while others do not. Always check the license type before using the work.

How do I give proper credit when using Creative Commons work?

You should provide attribution by including the creator's name, the title of the work, the license type, and a link to the original work. This ensures that you respect the creator's rights.