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Copyright Policy

Last updated: April 2026

Our Commitment to Copyright Compliance

OpenMind Library is committed to providing access to content that is legally available under public domain or open-access licenses. We do not support or condone copyright infringement. Our platform indexes metadata and provides links to external sources such as Project Gutenberg, LibriVox, and Open Library.

OpenMind does not host or claim ownership of third-party texts, audiobooks, metadata, or covers. All rights remain with their respective sources.

Availability and copyright status of content may vary depending on the user's jurisdiction.

Types of Content We Provide Access To

Public Domain Works

Works whose copyright has expired or was never applicable. In the United States, this generally includes works published before 1928. We verify public domain status before making content available.

Creative Commons Licensed Works

Works shared under Creative Commons licenses that permit redistribution. We ensure proper attribution is displayed for all CC-licensed content:

  • CC0: Public domain dedication
  • CC BY: Attribution required
  • CC BY-SA: Attribution and share-alike required

Other Open Licenses

Works released under other licenses that permit free redistribution, with appropriate terms displayed.

Content Verification Process

Before any user-submitted content is published:

  1. Users must declare the rights status of their upload
  2. Users must confirm they have the right to distribute the content
  3. Our moderation team reviews submissions for compliance
  4. Only verified content is made publicly available
  5. Proper attribution is added for all licensed content

What We Do NOT Host

OpenMind primarily provides access to external content and does not control third-party sources.

  • Copyrighted commercial works without authorization
  • Pirated content
  • Content with unclear or disputed rights
  • Works that have not been verified as public domain or openly licensed

Your Responsibilities

As a user of our Service, you agree to:

  • Respect the rights status of all content
  • Follow attribution requirements for CC-licensed works
  • Only upload content you have the right to distribute
  • Report any content you believe may be infringing

How We Respond to Copyright Concerns

If you believe content on our platform infringes your copyright, please see our DMCA / Takedown page for information on how to submit a complaint.

We take all copyright complaints seriously and will:

  • Review all properly submitted complaints promptly
  • Remove or disable access to infringing content
  • Notify the uploader of the complaint
  • Take action against repeat infringers

Contact

For copyright-related inquiries, please contact: copyright@openmind.library