What is the best way to handle copyright for my work?
What is a copyright?
A copyright protects original works of authorship, like videos, movies, songs, books, musicals, video games, paintings, etc. In general, copyright law is meant to motivate the creation of unique, original works of authorship for the benefit of the public. If a person creates an original work, they usually hold the copyright to it.
What is a trademark?
A trademark is a word, symbol, or design—such as a stylized brand name or logo—that a company uses to identify its products or services and set them apart from competitors. Essentially, it signifies the origin of goods or services. Trademark laws primarily aim to prevent consumer confusion regarding their source.
Should I include a copyright page in my book(s)?
PubliWrite does not require you to include a copyright page. If you want your book to have a copyright page, you must incorporate it into your uploaded document or directly in the editor.
As an author on PubliWrite, you retain full responsibility for managing the copyright of your work.
Your manuscript remains fully encrypted before publication, ensuring that even the PubliWrite team cannot access it—only the author and any collaborators the author invites can view it. Once published, all digitally distributed works are protected by PubliWrite’s Digital Rights Manager, which helps prevent unauthorized sales and distribution. However, as with any self-publishing platform, there is always a risk that someone may purchase and reproduce or unlawfully distribute a book.
In short: Before publishing, we provide industry-leading security and privacy. After publishing, we adhere to industry standards for protection.
We only display the information you, as the author, choose to share on your profile. Payment details are securely processed through Stripe, the world’s leading payment processor, and never stored by us. If you publish under a pen name, there is no public link between your real identity and your work. For maximum anonymity, we also support account creation via crypto wallets, allowing completely anonymous publishing and sales.
Bottom line : author privacy, security, and independence are fundamental to our platform. We not only comply with but also exceed most industry standards and remain dedicated to staying ahead as these standards evolve.
Monitor Usage – Periodically check for unauthorized copies online.
Here are some useful tips & resources you may consult:
- Google Search & Google Alerts – Use Google to search for phrases from your book in quotes (e.g., “exact sentence from your book”). Set up Google Alerts to be notified if your content appears elsewhere.
- Copyscape – Detects duplicate content on the web and helps find unauthorized copies.
- DMCA.com – Offers a takedown service for copyrighted content found online.
- SEMrush – SEO tools that can help track backlinks to illegal download pages.
- Torrent Search Engines (e.g., The Pirate Bay, 1337x, etc.) – Manually search for your book to check if it's being shared illegally.
Legal Advice – Consult a copyright attorney for detailed guidance if needed.
Send a DMCA Takedown Notice – If you find unauthorized copies, you can file a DMCA takedown request with Google, the hosting provider, or the website owner.
Contact the Website – Many platforms have copyright complaint forms.
Use Legal Services – If piracy is widespread, consider professional legal services specializing in copyright enforcement.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@publiwrite.com
A copyright protects original works of authorship, like videos, movies, songs, books, musicals, video games, paintings, etc. In general, copyright law is meant to motivate the creation of unique, original works of authorship for the benefit of the public. If a person creates an original work, they usually hold the copyright to it.
What is a trademark?
A trademark is a word, symbol, or design—such as a stylized brand name or logo—that a company uses to identify its products or services and set them apart from competitors. Essentially, it signifies the origin of goods or services. Trademark laws primarily aim to prevent consumer confusion regarding their source.
Should I include a copyright page in my book(s)?
PubliWrite does not require you to include a copyright page. If you want your book to have a copyright page, you must incorporate it into your uploaded document or directly in the editor.
As an author on PubliWrite, you retain full responsibility for managing the copyright of your work.
How does PubliWrite protect your privacy & safeguard your work?
Your manuscript remains fully encrypted before publication, ensuring that even the PubliWrite team cannot access it—only the author and any collaborators the author invites can view it. Once published, all digitally distributed works are protected by PubliWrite’s Digital Rights Manager, which helps prevent unauthorized sales and distribution. However, as with any self-publishing platform, there is always a risk that someone may purchase and reproduce or unlawfully distribute a book.
In short: Before publishing, we provide industry-leading security and privacy. After publishing, we adhere to industry standards for protection.
We only display the information you, as the author, choose to share on your profile. Payment details are securely processed through Stripe, the world’s leading payment processor, and never stored by us. If you publish under a pen name, there is no public link between your real identity and your work. For maximum anonymity, we also support account creation via crypto wallets, allowing completely anonymous publishing and sales.
Bottom line : author privacy, security, and independence are fundamental to our platform. We not only comply with but also exceed most industry standards and remain dedicated to staying ahead as these standards evolve.
Best Practices for Authors
Monitor Usage – Periodically check for unauthorized copies online.
Here are some useful tips & resources you may consult:
- Google Search & Google Alerts – Use Google to search for phrases from your book in quotes (e.g., “exact sentence from your book”). Set up Google Alerts to be notified if your content appears elsewhere.
- Copyscape – Detects duplicate content on the web and helps find unauthorized copies.
- DMCA.com – Offers a takedown service for copyrighted content found online.
- SEMrush – SEO tools that can help track backlinks to illegal download pages.
- Torrent Search Engines (e.g., The Pirate Bay, 1337x, etc.) – Manually search for your book to check if it's being shared illegally.
Legal Advice – Consult a copyright attorney for detailed guidance if needed.
What to Do if You Find Unauthorized Copies?
Send a DMCA Takedown Notice – If you find unauthorized copies, you can file a DMCA takedown request with Google, the hosting provider, or the website owner.
Contact the Website – Many platforms have copyright complaint forms.
Use Legal Services – If piracy is widespread, consider professional legal services specializing in copyright enforcement.
Any further questions?
Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@publiwrite.com
Updated on: 27/03/2025
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