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How should I handle copyright for my work?

How should I handle copyright for my work?

As an author, you are responsible for making sure you own or have the right to publish the content you upload to PubliWrite.

In most cases, copyright belongs to the person who created the original work. However, copyright rules can vary depending on your country, contracts, collaborators, contributors, and how the work was created.


Yes. Publishing on PubliWrite does not transfer ownership of your copyright to PubliWrite.

You remain responsible for your work and for making sure you have the rights needed to publish it.

For more details, see: Who owns the rights to my book on PubliWrite?


Should I include a copyright page?

PubliWrite does not require you to include a copyright page.

However, many authors choose to include one because it can make ownership and publication details clearer for readers, booksellers, and other parties.

If you want your book to include a copyright page, you should add it to your manuscript before submitting the book for publication.

A copyright page may include details such as:

  • Copyright notice
  • Author or publisher name
  • Year of publication
  • ISBN, if applicable
  • Rights statement
  • Edition information
  • Credits for contributors, images, illustrations, or other licensed materials


What should I check before publishing?

Before submitting your book, make sure that:

  • The manuscript is your original work, or you have permission to publish it.
  • You have permission to use any images, illustrations, quotes, song lyrics, or third-party materials included in the book.
  • Any co-authors, editors, illustrators, or contributors are properly credited, where needed.
  • You understand any contracts or publishing agreements connected to the work.
  • You are not using protected brand names, logos, or trademarks in a misleading way.


What if I use third-party content?

If your book includes content created by someone else, you may need permission or a license to use it.

This can include:

  • Images
  • Illustrations
  • Long excerpts from other books
  • Song lyrics
  • Poems
  • Quotes
  • Brand names or logos
  • AI-generated or stock content with usage restrictions

When in doubt, check the license terms or speak with a legal professional before publishing.


Does PubliWrite protect my book?

PubliWrite takes steps to protect manuscripts and published books on the platform.

However, no publishing platform can fully prevent someone from copying, sharing, or misusing published content after it is made available to readers.

If you find unauthorized copies of your book online, you may be able to request removal through the website, hosting provider, search engine, or a copyright takedown process.


If you are unsure about copyright, permissions, licensing, co-author rights, or whether you can legally publish certain content, we recommend speaking with a qualified legal professional.

PubliWrite cannot provide legal advice.


Updated on: 22/05/2026

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