Compliance Checker
YouTube Copyright Safety Guide
Navigate the "Copyright Minefield." Use this interactive decision helper to determine if your content is safe, risky, or likely to be claimed.
Is the content you're using original (built by you)?
Understanding "Fair Use"
Fair Use is a legal doctrine that allows you to use copyrighted material without permission for criticism, commentary, news, or education. However, it is "subjective." There is no "magic 7 seconds" rule.
Our assessment is based on platform behavior, but remember: "This is not legal advice."
Copyright Strategy FAQs
Claim vs. Strike?
A "Claim" (Content ID) usually means the owner takes ad revenue. A "Strike" is serious—3 strikes means channel termination.
Does giving credit work?
NO. "Credit to owner" has no legal weight. Without a license or strong Fair Use case, you can still get struck.