Copyright Sample
Copyright Agreement
This Copyright Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Author/Creator's Name] ("Author"), located at [Author's Address], and [Licensee's Name] ("Licensee"), located at [Licensee's Address]. Individually referred to as "Party" and collectively referred to as "Parties."
1. Grant of Rights
1.1. License: The Author hereby grants to the Licensee a [exclusive/non-exclusive] license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display the following work ("Work"): [Title and Description of the Work].
1.2. Territory: The rights granted under this Agreement are limited to the following territories: [Specify Territories].
1.3. Duration: The license granted under this Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and shall continue until [End Date]/indefinitely unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.
2. Author’s Rights and Obligations
2.1. Ownership: The Author retains all rights, title, and interest in and to the Work, including all copyrights.
2.2. Warranties: The Author warrants that they have the full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and that the Work does not infringe upon any third-party rights.
2.3. Moral Rights: The Author retains the right to be identified as the author of the Work and to object to any derogatory treatment of the Work.
3. Licensee’s Rights and Obligations
3.1. Usage: The Licensee may use the Work as outlined in this Agreement and shall not exploit the Work beyond the terms set herein.
3.2. Attribution: The Licensee agrees to credit the Author in a manner that is customary in the industry whenever the Work is used or displayed.
3.3. Prohibited Uses: The Licensee shall not sublicense, transfer, or assign the rights granted without prior written consent from the Author.
4. Compensation
4.1. Royalties: The Licensee agrees to pay the Author royalties in the amount of [Percentage]% of the gross revenue generated from the Work.
4.2. Payment: Payments shall be made on a [Monthly/Quarterly/Annual] basis, within [Number] days following the end of each [Month/Quarter/Year].
5. Termination
5.1. Termination by Author: The Author may terminate this Agreement if the Licensee fails to comply with any of the terms herein, provided that the Licensee is given [Number] days' notice to cure any breach.
5.2. Termination by Licensee: The Licensee may terminate this Agreement at any time with [Number] days' written notice to the Author.
5.3. Effect of Termination: Upon termination, the Licensee shall cease all use of the Work and destroy any remaining copies in their possession.
6. Miscellaneous
6.1. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Country].
6.2. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
6.3. Amendments: This Agreement may be amended only by a written document signed by both Parties.
6.4. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
Author:
[Author's Name]
Date: ___________________
Licensee:
[Licensee's Name]
Date: ___________________
Witness:
[Witness's Name]
Date: ___________________
This document serves as a template and should be customized to suit specific needs and legal requirements. Legal counsel is recommended to ensure compliance with local regulations and laws.