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Permission and screen capture software?

by ckbank
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If you are creating a training video that you intend to sell, and you use a screen capture software, do you get permission to show product images and videos? Basically, let's say I am creating a training video on search engine optimization, and I use a screen capture of Google's or some other company's product (software), do I need to get permission?
#capture #permission #screen #software
  • Profile picture of the author Karen Barr
    That would fall under the "Fair Use" portion of Copyright law.

    I can't imagine ANY company objecting to tutorial videos showing their product, although they might require a clause in your material stating "All Trademarks are properties of their respective owners" and/or "This training material is not sponsored or endorsed by XX Company".
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    • Profile picture of the author ckbank
      Originally Posted by Karen Barr View Post

      That would fall under the "Fair Use" portion of Copyright law.

      I can't imagine ANY company objecting to tutorial videos showing their product, although they might require a clause in your material stating "All Trademarks are properties of their respective owners" and/or "This training material is not sponsored or endorsed by XX Company".
      LoL. Thanks. Didn't think the answer would be so simple.
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  • Profile picture of the author Randall Magwood
    You should be good. I'm not a lawyer but most people would enjoy the free publicity. Do add the clause though like Karen said.
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  • Profile picture of the author figgity
    I agree with what everyone else has said so far. ..Besides, which company wouldn't want free brand exposure?
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